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Linda Ding began the meeting by presenting O Canada that unfortunately turned out soundless but the visuals were great Ed Lee delivered the invocation that spoke of justice and the elimination of oppression in all cultures. He ended by commenting on the hope that everyone becomes vaccinated as soon as possible Visiting Rotarians: Heather Edwards (Metro Oregon) Roberto Silva (Chile) Diane Forward (Honourary Member) Guests: Richard Steward Nicole Federucci Gord MacIntyre Anette Garm Geoff Young Tosh and Mary Kitagawa (Speakers) Special Occasions Cindy Phillip Birthday: Laura Dixon Sept 23 Honourary Member Bill Learmont (Sept 26) Anniversaries: Marilyn and David Kalinovich (Sept 24) Jane and Murray Lott (Sept 27) Sunshine Report Liz Ellis Liz had a good visit with John Anderson's wife Claire who attended the Peace celebration during the week International Committee John Anderson The International Peace Day was an unqualified success with 40-50 people attending along with the mayor, trustees and school board representatives. The Peace Builder award was shared between Indigenous facilitator for the school district Nathan Wilson and Tanya Corbett who serves as liaison between Tsawwassen First Nations and the City of Delta. Tanya Corbett  Nathan Wilson Thank you to Leslie who provided the wreath, Rick Lewall, Tom Smith and Andy Shellekens who helped moving trees and David Anderson for providing the sound system. Treasurer's Warning David Anderson Fines and Happy Dollar commitments are now being compiled and will soon be emailed to members In Person Meetings Update Paul Arcand Thank you to Rick Lewall who has scouted out all available options for breakfast meeting places in the area. The decision to return to Beach Grove was made by the board. However this will not be a return to normal: -a different room -a different breakfast: continental vs buffet -need to show proof of vaccination before entering -declaring in advance that you plan to attend The first in-person breakfast meeting is planned for Oct 7 Special Presentation Gail McEwan Gail introduced Nicole Federucci the representative of the Wawanesa Insurance company headquartered in Manitoba. The company is celebrating its 125th anniversary and is donating much of its surplus in the form of donations to community organizations. Our club is indeed fortunate and thankful to being one of the two $12,500 recipients handed out in the area. A huge thankyou to Gail for making the connection and to Nicole for making this possible. Welcome New Member Gordon MacIntyre Jako introduced our newest member the principal of South Pointe Academy, a leader of student groups into India and China and father to two sons. Garry Shearer inducted him virtually, the pin to arrive later. Welcome aboard Gordon! Thanksgiving Food Bags Leslie Abramson Reminder that food bags to be delivered on Sept 25 or call Leslie for pick up. Rather than filling bags you can make a donation directly to the South Delta food Bank. Coming Up: Sept 24 Noon Patricia Woo address to Burnaby Rotary Sept 25 4:00PM Meeting for Polio Plus Sept 27 4:00 PM Membership Committee 5:00 PM Speakers Committee Sept 29 6:00 PM Book club Meeting Sept 30 7:30 AM Regular Meeting President Greg presents: Strategic Plan 2021-22 |
