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The Rotary E-Club of Canada One
For the week beginning April 10, 2023
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to this week's meeting of
The Rotary E-Club of Canada One
For the week beginning April 10, 2023
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Complete the form for a make-up!
Please leave a donation to assist our club to do Rotary's good works!
Greeter this week
Rotarian Doug Dyer
Rotarian Doug Dyer
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Fergus Elora Rotary Club member Neil Dunsmore took the first steps to stopping the silence around mental health and suicide by walking 531 km or 330 miles from The Township of Centre Wellington to the nation’s capital Ottawa. When asked why he would take on such a challenge, Dunsmore answered with a typical Rotarian response:
“It’s about my community! We are 2.7 times the national average for suicide and that’s an issue for me. Someone needs to raise awareness and get this issue on everyone’s radar, the Federal Governments, the Provincial Governments, and the service clubs. Our community is in crisis and when a crisis hits, we have no choice but to act. Service above self!”
Dunsmore’s goal was to not just raise awareness, but also funds, for local mental health initiatives sponsored in part by the Cody Shepperd Project.
Cody Shepperd was a Centre Wellington Wrestler who, on the outside, had the world at his feet. He was a champion who represented Canada at the Pan Am games and was popular among his peers. On October 17 2017, Cody died by suicide, and his family’s and friends’ lives changed forever.
Cody’s parents, Paul and Darcie Shepperd, started the Cody Shepperd Project to help families and youth in our community understand Mental Health issues, and raise awareness of the services that are out there. Their motto Stop the Silence resonated with Neil, and he knew it would be the perfect fit.
“As a professional Speaker and Speaker Coach, I know the quickest way to reach people is by sharing your story and being honest and vulnerable! Talking about the people in our lives and sharing your own story helps others realize they are not alone, realize they are not the only one, and by sharing your success they find hope!”
Dunsmore is currently a Township of Centre Wellington Councillor, but prior to that he was a Provincial Corrections Officer and a Crisis/Hostage Negotiator, so he understands the power of connecting with people and he felt now, more than ever, was the time to do this.
“COVID19 has shut my business down and no one is having speakers come to their organization to speak. I realized so many people will be struggling mentally with this isolation, and they need to know there are people and services here for them. It was a financial hit, as I should have, and could have, taken a job to help with our personal finances, but this was a burning need, And that old motto of Service Above Self kept ringing in my ears!”
Click here to read the rest of Neil’s story on the Fergus-Elora website.
Canadiana
Push aside your Slice, New York; it’s called a Nanaimo Bar.
The chocolatey, custard-layered, crumbly treat has made Nanaimo internationally famous, and although you may find it out there under another name (New York Slice, London Fog Bar), make no mistake, it’s ours. And it’s the best sweet treat out there! (yeah, we’re proud of it. A little ego never hurt anyone, right?)
Nanaimo though, is so much more than a dessert city, and while there are more than three dozen different versions of the delight that can be found on the Nanaimo Bar Trail, the true equation that makes up our City is simply this: stunning setting + enriching amenities + vibrant economy + welcoming people = an incredible island lifestyle.
Built on the traditional lands of the Snuneymuxw First Nations, our community is over 100,000 people and growing; people who live, work, play and thrive here. Since Nanaimo incorporated in 1874, we’ve been a coal town, a timber town, a mill town and a tourist destination. Today, our leading sectors are in health care, technology and construction.
Our rich history is captured and preserved through the Nanaimo Museum and the Nanaimo Archives, and you can catch a glimpse into our past at various historical locations around town. Whether you're interested in our cultural roots, curious about the origins of the Nanaimo Bar, or interested in learning about the Nanaimo Marine Festival and the World Championship Bathtub Race (yes, bathtub - we've raced those since 1967, and it's as quirky as it sounds), the displays in the Nanaimo Museum capture many snapshots of our past.
Rotarian Brenda Race resides in Nanaimo.
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Comments from our guests and members
Members and guests 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 please send us your comments?
March 4. Great speech by the 2023-24 RI President, Gordon McInally.
-- David Werrett, E-Club of Canada One, District 5370
President-elect McInally. Very much enjoyed the speech of President-elect Gordon McInally. He is an accomplished speaker and presented numerous important messages – looking forward to his year as President.
-- Gary McLelan, Rotary Club of Campbell River (Noon), District 5020
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Announcements
This month's Rotary theme
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Material Suggestions and Greeter Messages Always Needed!
Please feel free to forward an approx. 150 - 200 word message or any material suggestions in an e-mail, or in a Word document, along with a JPeg picture or two, to E-Club Administration Chair, Kitty Bucsko.
We'd love to hear from you!
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Real-time meetings
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Environment
As People of Action, Rotarians have been shaping the conversation on the environment for years
Fifty years ago, the first Earth Day was held on 22 April, 1970, launching a wave of action to protect our environment, including the passage of landmark environmental laws in the United States. Other countries soon followed suit. Every year since, the day has been set aside to focus on mobilizing for action to protect our planet.
As people of action, Rotarians have been shaping the conversation on the environment for years, from addressing climate change that threatens entire food systems to fighting pollution that clogs our air and water. Rotarians are well-suited for the challenge. They use their connections to find creative solutions and take action to safeguard our vital resources.
The Environmental Sustainability Rotary Action Group (ESRAG) assists Rotary clubs, districts, and multi-districts in building awareness, inspiring action, and planning service projects that focus on environmental sustainability, awareness of climate change, and actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Fifty years ago, the first Earth Day was held on 22 April, 1970, launching a wave of action to protect our environment, including the passage of landmark environmental laws in the United States. Other countries soon followed suit. Every year since, the day has been set aside to focus on mobilizing for action to protect our planet.
As people of action, Rotarians have been shaping the conversation on the environment for years, from addressing climate change that threatens entire food systems to fighting pollution that clogs our air and water. Rotarians are well-suited for the challenge. They use their connections to find creative solutions and take action to safeguard our vital resources.
The Environmental Sustainability Rotary Action Group (ESRAG) assists Rotary clubs, districts, and multi-districts in building awareness, inspiring action, and planning service projects that focus on environmental sustainability, awareness of climate change, and actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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Humour
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New members' corner
Wild poliovirus vs. vaccine-derived poliovirus.
The wild poliovirus and the vaccine-derived poliovirus (VDPV) are two different types of poliovirus that can cause polio disease.
The wild poliovirus is the naturally occurring form of the virus that has been responsible for causing polio disease throughout history. It is transmitted through contaminated water or food, and it primarily affects young children. The wild poliovirus can cause paralysis, and in some cases, it can be fatal.
The oral polio vaccine (OPV) is a weakened form of the live virus that is used to protect against polio. When a child receives the OPV, the weakened virus in the vaccine replicates in their gut, stimulating an immune response that provides protection against the disease. However, in rare cases, the weakened virus in the vaccine can mutate and regain its ability to cause paralysis. This mutated virus is called the vaccine-derived poliovirus (VDPV).
VDPVs can emerge in areas where there is low vaccination coverage, as the virus can continue to circulate among unvaccinated populations for an extended period of time. VDPVs can cause outbreaks of polio disease, similar to the wild poliovirus, and they can also cause paralysis and, in rare cases, be fatal.
While both wild poliovirus and VDPV can cause polio disease, there are some key differences between them. The wild poliovirus is the naturally occurring form of the virus, while VDPV is a mutated form of the virus that emerges in rare cases due to low vaccination coverage.
The wild poliovirus is the naturally occurring form of the virus that has been responsible for causing polio disease throughout history. It is transmitted through contaminated water or food, and it primarily affects young children. The wild poliovirus can cause paralysis, and in some cases, it can be fatal.
The oral polio vaccine (OPV) is a weakened form of the live virus that is used to protect against polio. When a child receives the OPV, the weakened virus in the vaccine replicates in their gut, stimulating an immune response that provides protection against the disease. However, in rare cases, the weakened virus in the vaccine can mutate and regain its ability to cause paralysis. This mutated virus is called the vaccine-derived poliovirus (VDPV).
VDPVs can emerge in areas where there is low vaccination coverage, as the virus can continue to circulate among unvaccinated populations for an extended period of time. VDPVs can cause outbreaks of polio disease, similar to the wild poliovirus, and they can also cause paralysis and, in rare cases, be fatal.
While both wild poliovirus and VDPV can cause polio disease, there are some key differences between them. The wild poliovirus is the naturally occurring form of the virus, while VDPV is a mutated form of the virus that emerges in rare cases due to low vaccination coverage.
Additionally, the wild poliovirus is more prevalent and is responsible for the majority of polio cases, while VDPVs account for a smaller proportion of cases. Finally, the strategies used to control and eradicate these two forms of poliovirus may differ due to their different modes of transmission and emergence.
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Rotary minute
Rotary and vaccine-derived virus
To address this issue, Rotary has been supporting the use of inactivated polio vaccine (IPV), which is an injectable vaccine that does not contain live virus and cannot cause vaccine-derived polio. Rotary has also been supporting the introduction of bivalent oral polio vaccine (bOPV), which targets both types of poliovirus that cause paralysis and is less likely to cause vaccine-derived polio.
In addition, Rotary has been working with its partners to improve surveillance and response to polio outbreaks, to ensure that cases are detected and responded to quickly to prevent the spread of the virus. Rotary has also been supporting efforts to strengthen routine immunization systems, to ensure that children receive all recommended vaccines, including the polio vaccine.
Overall, Rotary is committed to continuing its efforts to eradicate polio and to address the challenges posed by vaccine-derived polio outbreaks. By working closely with its partners and leveraging its expertise in disease surveillance, vaccine delivery, and community engagement, Rotary is making a significant contribution to the global effort to end polio once and for all.
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Food for thought
Angel on the Playground
HeroicStories
HeroicStories
Suzan Spitzberg
Montgomery, IL
During World War II, my father was a late draftee because he had a wife and child (me). When he finally was inducted into the Navy, he did his basic training at Great Lakes, IL, and then was stationed in San Francisco. I was two years old at the time. My mother and I traveled by train from Chicago to be with him.
We had been in San Francisco about nine months when my father was shipped to Guam. After a few weeks without him, Mom became homesick and decided to return to Chicago. However, by that time, all transportation was reserved for the military; we were stuck in San Francisco for an indeterminate amount of time.
One day at the local playground, Mom started to think about her family and Chicago and tears started pouring down her cheeks. A woman we had never met approached and asked her what was wrong. Mom explained that she was trapped in San Francisco with no family and no way back to Chicago. The woman told her to be at a certain place at a certain time and ask for a certain person, and there would be train tickets to get us home!
Mom didn't really believe the woman, but figured "what the heck." We followed the lady's instructions, and three weeks later, found ourselves on a train back to Chicago and family! We never knew the name of our benefactor or how she was able to pull strings to get us home. Mom always felt bad that she didn't get a chance to thank her. Who knows how long we would have been alone in San Francisco without her help?
I don't actually remember San Francisco or any of this happening, but as my sister and I grew up, Mom often told us this story. She called the woman her "angel on the playground."
To this day, when I notice someone who seems confused and alone, I try to see if there is something I can do to help them- and I always remember the angel on the playground when I do.
Originally published as HeroicStories #854
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Food Insecurity for Thought
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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!
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Four-way Test
To close the meeting, Rotarian Kitty recites the Four-Way Test of the things that Rotarians think, say, or do.
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