How We'll Stop Polio For Good May 23 to 29th, 2016
Posted by James (Jim) Ferguson
Greeter this week: David Werrett
Always wear your Rotary Pin
Last week when Sharon and I stopped at a popular Italian bistro in Calgary the lunch time crowd had all of the tables occupied so Sharon asked a person sitting on their own if we could share the table. When I sat down the person said "You are a Rotarian?" after noticing my Rotary pin. We introduced ourselves and soon found out that Carmelo was from Fort McMurray and a member of the Rotary Club of Fort McMurray. Fortunately Carmelo and his wife Florence, also a Rotarian, had left Fort McMurray to come to Calgary the day before the evacuation was ordered as a result of the wild fires.
On our way home Sharon said "we should invite them for lunch" and so, about a week later, Carmelo and Florence and E-Club member Jean-Michel and his wife Barbara joined us for lunch. Which extended late into the afternoon as our conversation ranged over many subjects including life in Fort McMurray, Carmelo and Florence's businesses and the Rotary projects of our respective clubs.
A chance meeting which enabled us to learn about Fort McMurray from a personal perspective.
Last week when Sharon and I stopped at a popular Italian bistro in Calgary the lunch time crowd had all of the tables occupied so Sharon asked a person sitting on their own if we could share the table. When I sat down the person said "You are a Rotarian?" after noticing my Rotary pin. We introduced ourselves and soon found out that Carmelo was from Fort McMurray and a member of the Rotary Club of Fort McMurray. Fortunately Carmelo and his wife Florence, also a Rotarian, had left Fort McMurray to come to Calgary the day before the evacuation was ordered as a result of the wild fires.
On our way home Sharon said "we should invite them for lunch" and so, about a week later, Carmelo and Florence and E-Club member Jean-Michel and his wife Barbara joined us for lunch. Which extended late into the afternoon as our conversation ranged over many subjects including life in Fort McMurray, Carmelo and Florence's businesses and the Rotary projects of our respective clubs.
A chance meeting which enabled us to learn about Fort McMurray from a personal perspective.
So wear your Rotary pin, it can lead to interesting and enjoyable encounters and opportunities for Fellowship.
Inspirational Moment
Submitted by Vicki Horsfield
Helping
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Comments from our Guests and Members
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Following are some of the comments we have received. Would you send us your comments please?
Members and guest attending our weekly meetings are very important to us. Based on your comments we are able to produce many more educational, inspiring and entertaining weekly meetings.
Following are some of the comments we have received. Would you send us your comments please?
A very inspirational speaker that covered a variety of interesting topics ranging from Rotary projects around the world to membership numbers and increases to reasons for enhancing the number of women members.
David Munro, RC of Coquitlam, D-5050
Wow! I am trying to help a little girl in our organization to read. She is bored; I am struggling. After listening to Don Tapscott, I looked for an App and sure enough, there was a fun interactive App. Don Tapscott made me realize that, as a teacher, I need to change my approach in helping my students learn.
Vicki Horsfield, Rotary E-Club of Canada One, D-5370
Education has always been a life long journey. But learning to learn is a lost art to many learning under previous models of top down instruction. I believe there is a place for those who have not learned how to be self starters. Seeing the involvement of many helping those leave the fire centers for safety is an excellent example of self starters.Rotary is an excellent facilitator of Giving a Hands up to those in distress but also for the longer term as they try to rebuild or learn how to Improve their community.
Lynne Ternosky, Rotary E-Club of Canada One, D-5370
The short video about about the long history of Rotary Youth exchange. Also enjoyed the TedX talk about searching for your passion. Passion is about living a life with purpose and making a difference. Just like the Rotary motto of Service Above Self.
John Dawes, RC of Regina South, D-5550
Announcements
Fort McMurray Fire Relief Fund Established
The Rotary District 5370 Charitable Foundation has established the "Fort McMurray Fire Relief Fund" to assist in the rebuilding of that city following this tragic fire. The Charitable Foundation is now ready to accept donations, for which tax receipts will be issued. The Foundation will rely on an independent committee of Fort McMurray stakeholders (including the Rotary club and the municipality) for advice on disbursal of the funds.
Donations may be from individuals or corporations.
Please forward donations to:
Rotary District 5370 Charitable Foundation
c/o Rotary District 5370 Office
16030 - 104 Ave.. NW
Edmonton AB T5P 0S3
and annotate cheques "Fort McMurray Fire Relief Fund"
If you wish to make a donation using Visa, MasterCard or American Express, you may do so by using the Canada Helps website and the Charitable Foundation's link:
https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/rotary-district-5370-charitable-foundation/
In the comments section, please indicate that the donation is for the Fort McMurray Fire Relief Fund.
It is now possible to donate to the Fort McMurray Fire Relief Fund through ATB Cares. ATB Cares matches contributions with an additional 15%.
Here's the link:
https://atbcares.com/bcart/add/cause/124-889886024RR0001
Many thanks!
Julius Buski, President
Rotary District 5370 Charitable Foundation
Please note; if you wish you can also donate through our website via PayPal.
Just make a notation that the funds donated are to be used for the Fort McMurray Fire Relief Fund.
The Rotary E-club of Canada One
Box 9 Site 10, RR#2, Cochrane, Alberta, Canada T4C 1A2
We thank you for your donation.
A Little Humor
Submitted by Vicki Horsfield
New Members Corner
Submitted by David Werrett
New Polio Vaccine Rolled Out In Massive Synchronized Worldwide Switch
Starting today, 155 countries and territories will start switching to a different polio vaccine.
Fort McMurray Fire Relief Fund Established
The Rotary District 5370 Charitable Foundation has established the "Fort McMurray Fire Relief Fund" to assist in the rebuilding of that city following this tragic fire. The Charitable Foundation is now ready to accept donations, for which tax receipts will be issued. The Foundation will rely on an independent committee of Fort McMurray stakeholders (including the Rotary club and the municipality) for advice on disbursal of the funds.
Donations may be from individuals or corporations.
Please forward donations to:
Rotary District 5370 Charitable Foundation
c/o Rotary District 5370 Office
16030 - 104 Ave.. NW
Edmonton AB T5P 0S3
and annotate cheques "Fort McMurray Fire Relief Fund"
If you wish to make a donation using Visa, MasterCard or American Express, you may do so by using the Canada Helps website and the Charitable Foundation's link:
https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/rotary-district-5370-charitable-foundation/
In the comments section, please indicate that the donation is for the Fort McMurray Fire Relief Fund.
It is now possible to donate to the Fort McMurray Fire Relief Fund through ATB Cares. ATB Cares matches contributions with an additional 15%.
Here's the link:
https://atbcares.com/bcart/add/cause/124-889886024RR0001
Many thanks!
Julius Buski, President
Rotary District 5370 Charitable Foundation
Please note; if you wish you can also donate through our website via PayPal.
Just make a notation that the funds donated are to be used for the Fort McMurray Fire Relief Fund.
You may use either, the Paypal Button on the side bar, donation button on the attendance form, or by sending a cheque to:
The Rotary E-club of Canada One
Box 9 Site 10, RR#2, Cochrane, Alberta, Canada T4C 1A2
We thank you for your donation.
A Little Humor
Submitted by Vicki Horsfield
New Members Corner
Submitted by David Werrett
New Polio Vaccine Rolled Out In Massive Synchronized Worldwide Switch
Starting today, 155 countries and territories will start switching to a different polio vaccine.
The shift, which is expected to be completed by May 1, is the "largest and fastest globally coordinated rollout of a vaccine into routine immunization programs in history," according to the Global Polio Eradication Initiative.
Read more HERE
Rotary Minute
Submitted by Elly Contreras
No Limits
The link to this video would make the perfect signature for all e-mails to your friends and business associates.
Food for Thought
Submitted by Jim Ferguson
Powerful last words of Steve Jobs -
I have come to the pinnacle of success in business.
In the eyes of others, my life has been the symbol of success.
However, apart from work, I have little joy. Finally, my wealth is simply a fact to which I am accustomed.
At this time, lying on the hospital bed and remembering all my life, I realize that all the accolades and riches of which I was once so proud...
Read more HERE
Rotary Jukebox
For a small donation, your favorite musician will be featured on one of our next e-meetings for everyone to enjoy.
Every week we'll have a draw and the lucky person will see their song featured!
CLICK HERE FOR YOUR REQUEST
"This is not really my type of music, but somehow I ended up on this link and found it rather inspiring.
So here is Purple Rain."
Read more HERE
Rotary Minute
Submitted by Elly Contreras
No Limits
The link to this video would make the perfect signature for all e-mails to your friends and business associates.
Food for Thought
Submitted by Jim Ferguson
Powerful last words of Steve Jobs -
I have come to the pinnacle of success in business.
In the eyes of others, my life has been the symbol of success.
However, apart from work, I have little joy. Finally, my wealth is simply a fact to which I am accustomed.
At this time, lying on the hospital bed and remembering all my life, I realize that all the accolades and riches of which I was once so proud...
Read more HERE
Rotary Jukebox
For a small donation, your favorite musician will be featured on one of our next e-meetings for everyone to enjoy.
Every week we'll have a draw and the lucky person will see their song featured!
CLICK HERE FOR YOUR REQUEST
"This is not really my type of music, but somehow I ended up on this link and found it rather inspiring.
So here is Purple Rain."
Donated by Submitted by Elly Contreras
Speaker Program
Submitted by Elly Contreras
This officially ends this week's meeting
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