Events

Please register today for our Club luncheon meeting to be held at the University Club on May 16, 2022 at 12 noon.

Rotarian Rob Dunseith has just returned from a three-week holiday in Ireland and will share his experience of travel in what is hopefully a late stage of the Covid pandemic. His travels took him to all four provinces of Ireland including spending some time in his family’s homeland of Northern Ireland. He and Elizabeth were present during the recent local elections in which the nationalist Sinn Fein party received the largest number of seats in the Northern Ireland Assembly. Rob argues that this represents a significant watershed in the peace process begun with the 1998 Good Friday Agreement, one of the best examples of peace building we have witnessed in the modern era.

Our club will have a special guest, Claudia Caluori, from Italy. She is a Rotarian and Rotary Peace Fellow and will share her experiences with us.

PARTICIPATION OPTIONS

In-person attendance will include lunch for $25 per person, payable in cash or by cheque at the door. Zoom attendance for those unable to attend in-person will be free. Masks are recommended inside the University Club when attendees are not seated for lunch. Those who plan to attend in person are asked to register by Thursday, May 12, 2022. 

PARKING

Parking is available in Lot 5108, accessible off 116 Street, south of Saskatchewan Drive for $5.50 between 11:30 AM and 1:30 PM.  Remember your license plate number. You can pay for parking at the machines located at the southeast corner of the lot or in the lobby of the University Club or using the Honk Mobile App. Note that fines for illegal parking at the U of A are substantial.

ONLINE ATTENDANCE

To join the meeting via Zoom, please use the following link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86114775065?pwd=OGRzaHBlSHp0QnNHeTNjL0lyUzIrdz09

Meeting ID: 861 1477 5065

Passcode: 725776

Members and guests are invited to join our weekly meeting to be held online via Zoom. This meeting will feature guest speaker Rotarian Darrel Ripley who will give an update on the current investment climate.

To join the Zoom Meeting, use this link:

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Meeting ID: 870 821 1089
Passcode: 9jHrKX
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With over 20 years of experience at the Royal Bank Financial Group in numerous leadership positions, Rotarian Darrel Ripley provides personalized investment and wealth building experience that clients appreciate. As a former business owner he understands the challenges and opportunities that may arise while striving to reach financial goals.

Global equities remain under pressure. Investors are grappling with a host of headwinds that are beginning to challenge the economic and earnings growth outlook. More recently, investors have been digesting the results from a number of consumer companies that suggest the operating environment has become more demanding.

Darrel will provide an update on the current challenging investment environment and discuss the outlook over the next months. Darrel will speak to the Club over Zoom. The link will be shared with members closer to the date of his presentation.

June 5th is fast approaching...just a friendly reminder of our joint Highway clean-up project. Looking forward to seeing you all again this year.

It's time to clean up our section of Highway 16!!

Date: August 5
Time: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Where to Meet: A & W, 26230 Township Rd 531A, Acheson, T7X 5A4
Number of Volunteers: Lots!!

We will provide garbage bags, picker-uppers. You will need closed toed shoes and work gloves.

Cheers,

Annie

Incoming Club President Doug Sollows will lead a Club Townhall Meeting. Doug will share his preliminary thoughts about the coming year, but he needs to hear from the Club members what they most want the Club to achieve this year before he finalizes his plans.

Rotary Club of Edmonton West Townhall Meeting

Please register today for our Club luncheon. After lunch, Incoming Club President Doug Sollows will lead a Club Townhall Meeting. Doug will share his preliminary thoughts about the coming year, but he needs to hear from you about what you most want your Club to achieve this year before he finalizes his plans.

PARTICIPATION OPTIONS

In-person attendance will include lunch for $25 per person, payable in cash or by cheque at the door. Zoom attendance for those unable to attend in-person will be free with the Zoom link to be circulated later this week. Those who plan to attend in person are asked to register by Thursday, June 2, 2022. 

PARKING

Parking is available in Lot 5108, accessible off 116 Street, south of Saskatchewan Drive for $5.50 between 11:30 AM and 1:30 PM.  Remember your license plate number. You can pay for parking at the machines located at the southeast corner of the lot or in the lobby of the University Club or using the Honk Mobile App. Note that fines for illegal parking at the U of A are substantial.

This Zoom-only virtual meeting will feature guest speaker Rotarian John Donner who will reprise his recent presentation to the Rotary International District 5370 Conference on building relationships with indigenous communities with the goal of identifying service opportunities

Members and guests of the Rotary Club of Edmonton West are invited to join our weekly meeting to be held online via Zoom on Monday, June 13, 2022 at 12 Noon. Note there will be no in-person meeting that day.

This meeting will feature guest speaker Rotarian John Donner who will reprise his recent presentation to the Rotary International District 5370 Conference on building relationships with indigenous communities with the goal of identifying service opportunities.

To join the Zoom Meeting, use this link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85220456535?pwd=L1V1QkdkbG02L2VSR0NKcWUrUGhQUT09

Meeting ID: 852 2045 6535

Passcode: 113657

Our Changeover event is coming up on Monday June 20. I would love to see as many people there as possible to celebrate our members and what we have acheived this year. The Glendale is a fabulous venue and has scrumptious food. This is a great time to chat with fellow Rotarians and family. Let's get together and have a brilliant time!! 

Please register on the link below. We need to give the Glendale numbers by tomorrow at the latest. See you there!!

COME AND CELEBRATE OUR ROTARY YEAR END 

"Silver linings rise out of the most challenging circumstances" - Jennifer Jones, RI President 2022-23

What a year it has been for our club. It was a shaky start, but with strong leadership we overcame the challenges and our club is stronger for it. The pandemic has taught us to be adaptable and more open to change and new initiatives. This is a good thing for our club and Rotary! We are excited about the New Directions our club is taking. As a club who likes hands on projects it was wonderful to get back out into the community again. We have acheived great things this year and we should celebrate!!

Monday June 20 @ 5:00 to 7:00 pm

Glendale Golf and Country Club

Cost: $25

This will be an in person event only. A time to celebrate the Rotary year past, the year to come and to enjoy each others company. You are welcome to bring family and friends. We will have a short program with plenty of time to enjoy appetizers and the beautiful venue.

We need a head count for the food, so please register yourself and guests if you are attending. DEADLINE: June 15th

There is also an opportunity to stay for dinner afterwards and order from the menu. Please indicate in the comments if you will be staying for dinner.

There are still 10 openings available for volunteers..........sign up and bring a friend!!

A world of opportunities will lie before you when you volunteer at Edmonton's Food Bank. On any given shift in the warehouse, there will be cleaning, sorting food, building hampers, and re-packing foods. 

Our next shift has been scheduled for:

Date: Tuesday June 28
Time: 5:00 to 7:30 pm
Where: 11508 120 St. NW, Edmonton AB, T5G 2Y2
Number of Volunteers: 15

Please sign up if you would like to volunteer.

Cheers,

Annie

When Jennifer Jones visits our city on July 9th we want to show her the Impact that Rotary has in Edmonton!!!!! We need volunteers for the Root for Trees Event!!!

Volunteer Opportunity: Tree Planters for July 9, 2022 “Day of Impact”

Here is the link to sign up for the tree planting event. This sends you to the District Website.

https://www.crsadmin.com/EventPortal/Registrations/PublicFill/EventPublicFill.aspx?evtid=260c9351-a9f9-49fc-8a99-4614bcdd3486

RI President, Jennifer Jones will be visiting Edmonton on July 9th, 2022. As part of the organized events there will be a joint 'Day of Impact' to commemorate this momentous occasion. Two tree planting events have been organized through the City of Edmonton's Root for Trees Program. Jennifer Jones will be stopping at both sites to join the tree planting during her visit to Edmonton. 

Event Details:   

Date: Saturday July 9, 2022

Time: 9:00 - 11:00 am

Locations: Forest Heights and Sifton Park 

We have a maximum of 60 volunteer spots.

We plant outdoors, so please dress for the weather! Working in a natural area, it is possible that you may encounter thistles, sticks, or garbage. Consider dressing in layers, long pants, and a hat. Volunteers must wear sturdy, closed-toed shoes, such as runners. Volunteers may not participate in planting activities if they wear inappropriate footwear, such as sandals, flip-flops, or high heel shoes. 

City of Edmonton Vaccination Policy:

The City of Edmonton’s A1701A Administrative Procedure: COVID-19 Vaccination requires volunteers to be Fully Vaccinated (2 doses or more) against COVID-19 before engaging in volunteer work.  By participating you agree that you (or in the case of a guardian signing on behalf of a minor participant, any participant aged 12-17) are Fully Vaccinated or have an approved exemption from the City, and that you are prepared to show proof if requested. This does not apply for participants under the age of 12.

If you are feeling unwell please do not attend. 

Remember to bring a water bottle and snacks, as planting trees can be a very physical activity! We suggest you bring sunscreen, bug spray, and anything else that will make your volunteer shift an enjoyable experience. Root for Trees will supply the shovels, gloves, and plants. 

Please discuss any special concerns, severe allergies, or medical conditions with the Program Leader at that time. We want to ensure that everyone has a safe planting experience.

Thank you, and happy planting! 

You are invited to Fort Edmonton Park to enjoy the new attractions including the Indigenous Peoples Experience. The Gala in the evening will include a Rotary Showcase, a Peace Pole dedication and to meet the RI President Jennifer Jones.

Rotarians, Friends and Family and members of the community are welcome to attend. Please use the link below to register.

https://www.crsadmin.com/EventPortal/Registrations/PublicFill/EventPublicFill.aspx?evtid=47d039d2-e014-48ad-ae51-32ea89d27ec5

Cheers,

Annie

Our club has provided volunteers for the Tackle Hunger event for many years, collecting food and funds. . This is a huge fundraiser for the Edmonton Food Bank.

FRIENDSHIP PICNIC IN THE PARK

Saturday July 23rd @ 4:00 pm

Laurier Park ~ Picnic Site #6

13221 Buena Vista Rd NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 2R7

Part of Rotary's mission is to provide service to others, promote integrity, and advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through fellowship. We have a wonderful opportunity, through our connection with the Edmonton Mennonite Newcomers Centre, to meet a group of newcomers to Edmonton and enjoy a picnic together. This will be a family event and I encourage you all to bring your families too!

Through our hands-on volunteering we don't often get to connect with the people who use these service organizations. We do vital work, but don't get the chance to sit down and listen to their stories. I am really excited to get that chance! Through this experience we can create a supportive environment that can foster open communication and shared learning. 

The food will be pot luck and burgers and hot dogs will be provided. More details will be forthcoming when people have signed up.

Cheers,

Annie

Volunteers assist with the preparation, serving, and cleanup of our daily meal service. Jeffrey, the team lead, is very organized and will keep us all busy,

Date: Sunday July 24
Time: 10:00 to 12:30 pm
Where: 9908 106 Avenue
Number of Volunteers: 10

Please sign up if you would like to volunteer.

Cheers,

Annie

Hi Everyone,

There are still spots available for our tree planting event through the City of Edmonton's Root for Trees program:

Guided Tree Planting
Our Guided Tree Planting program is two hours in length, and facilitated by Root for Trees Program Leaders who guide the planting demonstration, deliver a safety talk and provide interesting facts about Edmonton’s urban forest. Volunteers are provided with shovels, gloves and plant material. 

Date: August 6
Time: 1:00 to 3:00 pm
Where: TBD
Number of Volunteers: 30

All ages are welcome. They request that there be one responsible person over the age of 16 for every three children under 7 years old.

Sign up if you would like to joint the planting event.

Cheers,

Annie

Habitat ReStores are a social enterprise where community members and business and corporate partners donate gently used and new product for them to sell.  All proceeds help families gain access to affordable home ownership through Habitat for Humanity. 

When we volunteer as a ‘group’ there are often special projects to work on. It could involve assembling products for sale, or cleaning up and organizing an outside yard.   Sometimes it involves assisting the store with racking, or some other structural component and sometimes the manager will divide a larger group up into teams of two to four and have them focus on different areas of need.  It is a Warehouse/Retail environment, the shift tasks vary and groups do report having a great experience. 

Date: Saturday August 20
Time: 1:00 to 5:00 pm
Where: 16811 106 Ave NW
Number of Volunteers: 6

Hello Campers,

Bryan Gouthro has very generously offered to host us at his property 20 mins from the Jasper Park gates. There is room for us all to pitch our tents and will also accomodate Al's trailer:)) There is a fire pit and we can use the washrooms. This is great as we can all be together and not spread out in different campsites. 

There are lots of hikes to choose from depending on your comfort level....or maybe you just want to go into Jasper for some fudge! Bryan mentioned that he knows of a guide who would lead a hike if we desire. 

Closer to the time we can all get together and meal plan.

This weekend will be a great opportunity for some fellowship and fun. Please sign up if you are interested.

Cheers,

Annie