to this week's meeting of
The Rotary E-Club of Canada One
For the week beginning October 6, 2025
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to this week's meeting of
The Rotary E-Club of Canada One
For the week beginning October 6, 2025
Scroll down to enjoy the content!
Complete the form for a make-up!
The Rotary theme for 2025-26 -
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Greeter this week
Rotarian Kitty
Inspirational moment
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Canadiana (Canadian Traffic Jam)
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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?
August 18. A great talk on climate change -a real eye-opener!
-- Patrick Gibson, E-Club of Canada One, District 5370
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Archived Meetings
- All meetings are archived. Click here to see a list and choose what you wish to view.
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Announcements
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The Miss Vicky Fundraising for PolioPlus
Click here to learn more about the Miss Vicky Challenge for PolioPlus.
Click here to learn more about the Miss Vicky Challenge for PolioPlus.
The link will allow access to the team meeting from September 23. Duration: (01:04:56)
To complete the access, you’ll need to enter the Passcode: HTarzCV*
To complete the access, you’ll need to enter the Passcode: HTarzCV*
A video update from our Zone Director
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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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Click the link below to view a short video with DG Ramesh -
From DG Ramesh Ferris
September 27, 2025 –
September 27, 1982 – 43 years ago on the 27th I arrived in Canada after being adopted to a family in Whitehorse, Yukon.
The Government of Canada initially denied me access to Canada stating I would cause excessive demand on health and social services.
After political pressure from the CBC in the Yukon and other media outlets across Canada. This decision was overturned by then Canadian Federal Immigration Minister Lloyd Axworthy, which allowed me to enter Canada on a Ministerial Permit.
And now, 43 years later, I'm in New York City meeting with world leaders as part of the United Nations General Assembly week and urging continued support of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative.
In 2008 when I hand-cycled across Canada, I had an opportunity to meet Lloyd Axworthy and personally thank him for his decision to allow me into Canada.
It's amazing how the journey unfolds and where it will take us!
#endpolio
We appreciate donations made by our generous visiting Rotarians!
The Rotary E-club of Canada One appreciates donations made by visiting Rotarians and guests when they attend our meeting.
In recognition of the support given to our Club by these visitors, the Club makes a quarterly donation of $100 to the Rotary Foundation.
The Government of Canada initially denied me access to Canada stating I would cause excessive demand on health and social services.
After political pressure from the CBC in the Yukon and other media outlets across Canada. This decision was overturned by then Canadian Federal Immigration Minister Lloyd Axworthy, which allowed me to enter Canada on a Ministerial Permit.
And now, 43 years later, I'm in New York City meeting with world leaders as part of the United Nations General Assembly week and urging continued support of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative.
In 2008 when I hand-cycled across Canada, I had an opportunity to meet Lloyd Axworthy and personally thank him for his decision to allow me into Canada.
It's amazing how the journey unfolds and where it will take us!
#endpolio
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Just so you're aware -
Our Club's Ongoing Projects -
We provide ongoing support for the following projects:
Click the links below to find out more about each project!
And we're doing great!
Ask for more information if you'd like to be involved!
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Real-time meetings
Each 3rd Thursday of the month is our Fellowship Assembly, and we often invite interesting speakers or Rotary Leaders for this entertaining, educational fun event. Plan to join us.
The time is 9:00 a.m. (Mountain Time) in lieu of the weekly Coffee Chat except for July and August when there are no FA’s. Here is the zoom link:
Everyone is welcome to attend and we encourage your participation.
Please click our Event Calendar for details and access Link.
For further inquiries or suggestions please contact: info@rotaryeclubcanada.ca
All our videos can be viewed on our YouTube channel.
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How do you support our club?
- The Paypal button on our ClubRunner Home Page
- The donation button on the attendance form, or
- Make an Interac transfer to rotaryeclubcanada1@gmail.com
- Send a cheque to:
The Rotary E-Club of Canada One
14008 101 Avenue NW
Edmonton, AB
Canada T5N 0K3
(780) 267 4547
Environment
Humour
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New members' corner
October: Economic and Community Development Month
Welcome to Rotary! As a new member, you’ll soon discover that each month highlights one of Rotary’s areas of focus. October shines a spotlight on Economic and Community Development — a cornerstone of Rotary’s work around the world.
This month, we reflect on how Rotary empowers communities to break the cycle of poverty. Through microloans, vocational training, job creation, and support for entrepreneurs — especially women — Rotary helps build stronger, more resilient local economies. Whether it's revitalizing a village market in rural Kenya or supporting job-skills training right here at home, Rotarians are making a real difference.
One powerful way our club supports this effort is through Kiva.org, a global nonprofit that connects lenders to entrepreneurs in underserved communities. With as little as $25, we help individuals around the world start or grow small businesses, support their families, and lift up their communities. These loans are often repaid and re-loaned — creating a ripple effect of opportunity.
As a new Rotarian, this is a perfect time to explore how your passions and skills can contribute to uplifting communities, both near and far.
You’re not just joining a club —
you’re joining a global force for good.
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Rotary minute
The Power of the Pin
A Rotarian was rushing through an airport on the way to a business meeting, wearing her Rotary pin as always. As she waited in line at the coffee shop, the man behind her tapped her on the shoulder and said, “Rotarian?”
She smiled and nodded, and he said, “I’m a Rotarian too—Club of Atlanta. You look like you’re in a hurry—can I buy your coffee?” They started chatting, and in just a few minutes, they discovered shared interests in youth exchange and water projects.
That one small pin sparked a connection that later turned into a club partnership and a successful international grant.
Never underestimate the quiet power of that little wheel—it’s not just a pin. It’s a passport to friendship, opportunity, and service.
And here’s an idea!
Wear your Rotary pin and tell us what happens!
It could make some ideal conversation on a Thursday morning especially if we can couple that with a random act of kindness!
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Food for thought
Rotary + Terra Centre + Braemar School: A Circle of Support
For nearly three decades, Braemar School in Edmonton has provided a safe place for pregnant and parenting teens to continue their education, in partnership with the Terra Centre for Teen Parents.Together, they offer a unique blend of academics, childcare, mental health supports, and parenting education — ensuring young families don’t have to choose between school and raising a child. Learn more about Edmonton Public Schools’ Pregnant & Parenting Teens Program.
- The Rotary Club of Edmonton South provides a hot meal for Braemar students every month and has helped raise tens of thousands of dollars through special events, including a Mardi Gras dinner that directed over $35,000 to Terra’s programs.
- The Rotary Club of Edmonton Glenora rolls up its sleeves in the Clothes Closet and hot lunch program, making sure students and their children have the essentials — from diapers and wipes to a warm, nutritious meal.
- The Rotary Club of Edmonton (Downtown) recently donated $7,000 to Terra through its “Step Up to the Plate” fundraiser.
- And other clubs, like Edmonton Whyte Avenue, have invited Terra’s leadership to share the impact of the Terra–Braemar partnership, keeping members connected to this important work.
For further reading, you can also explore Terra’s 2023 Community Report (PDF).
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!
The Four-way Test
To close the meeting, Rotarian Doug recites the Four-Way Test of the things that Rotarians think, say, or do.
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Attendance Links
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Please consider making a small donation in lieu of a meal
to help us help those in need.
As you have not had to buy lunch or travel to attend this program, please consider a donation of a minimum of $10.00 in appreciation for the experience you have enjoyed.
We thank you very much!
Program Donations
Our E-Club is a dynamic club comprised of ordinary working and retired people who acknowledge that Rotarians are people who are generous with their time and their resources.
Our club and the program you have just enjoyed, either as a member or a visitor, is funded only by donations.
We are developing ideas for fundraising with our members who are scattered across Canada, USA, Central America, and Europe, but we do need your help.
As you have not had to buy lunch or travel to attend this program, please make a donation of a minimum of $10.00, considering you're saving in time and cost in appreciation for the experience you have enjoyed.
Interested in providing Rotary Service? Unable to attend terra club meetings?
Contact our membership chair for information or
or HERE to learn about Associate Membership
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