Sunday, September 20, 2026

Our Programme. How I Learned to Read. September 21 to 27, 2026.



to this week's meeting of
The Rotary E-Club of Canada One
For the week beginning 
September 21, 2026

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Please leave a donation to assist our club to do Rotary's good works!


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Message from Club President, Patrick

Rotary's goal is to strengthen the capacity of communities to support basic education and literacy, reduce gender disparity in education, and increase adult literacy. We support education for all children and literacy for children and adults.

Rotary members make amazing things happen, like:

Opening schools: In Afghanistan, Rotary members opened a girls’ school to break the cycle of poverty and social imbalance.

Teaching adults to read: Rotary members in the United States partnered with ProLiteracy Detroit to recruit and train tutors after a study showed that more than half of the local adult population was functionally illiterate.

New teaching methods: The SOUNS program in South Africa, Puerto Rico and the United States teaches educators how to improve literacy by teaching children to recognize letters by sounds instead of names.

Making schools healthy: Rotarians are providing clean, fresh water to every public school in Lebanon so students can be healthier and get a better education.

Enhancing educational systems: In Kenya, Rotary clubs are working with the Global Partnership for Education and local and national governments to advance life-long learning opportunities for poor and marginalized children.

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Inspirational moment 


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Canadiana 




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OUR SOCIAL CORNER - 

Input from our guests and members 

Send us your news - what's happening that's important in your corner of the world?  
  • What has Rotary contributed to your life?  
  • What have YOU contributed to Rotary recently to make your community a better place? 
  • Is there a Rotary project or experience you'd like to share?
With your help, and your comments, we can add a little spice to our meetings.  You can help to make them more educational, inspiring, and entertaining!
  
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A story by Carl Kurlander

Featuring Man in Motion, Rick Hansen, and PDG 5370 Ramesh Ferris.  Enjoy the article. 

https://carlkurlander.substack.com/p/off-the-hook-fishing-with-the-real


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THE DISTRICT 5370 FOUNDATION TEAM  

has three (3) vacant positions that may be 
just what you are looking for:

ROTARY DISTRICT 5370 PolioPlus Chair
helping clubs create lasting impact through the eradication of polio in the world

ROTARY DISTRICT 5370 Grants Co-Chair
helping clubs create lasting impact through District Youth & Project Grants

ROTARY DISTRICT 5370 Endownment/Major Gifts Chair
helping clubs create lasting impact by promoting giving to The Rotary Foundation Endownment Fund

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ROTARIAN CODE OF CONDUCT

As a Rotarian, I will:


1. Act with integrity and high ethical standards in my personal and professional life

2. Deal fairly with others and treat them and their occupations with respect

3. Use my professional skills through Rotary to mentor young people, help those with special needs, and improve people’s quality of life in my community and in the world

4. Avoid behaviour that reflects adversely on Rotary or other Rotarians

5. Help maintain a harassment-free environment in Rotary meetings, events, and activities; report any suspected harassment; and help ensure non-retaliation to those individuals that report harassment


Rotary’s Code of Conduct provides a simple but powerful guide for ethical behaviour, emphasizing honesty, accountability, and respect for others. Along with the Four-Way Test, it encourages thoughtful reflection on how we live and interact, helping us become better citizens and better human beings.
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Material Suggestions and Greeter Messages Always Needed!

Do you have a Rotary story that you'd like to share with the Rotary World?

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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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.


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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

Once a month - Fellowship Assembly.  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:



Once a week - Coffee Chat.  Each Thursday Morning from 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. (Mountain Time) we host a casual FellowSIP Coffee Chat. 

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.



Anyone can subscribe to our channel so that you will be automatically notified when a new video is posted.

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How do you support our club?

In order for our club to continue its much-needed projects helping others, your contributions are critical.  You may use
either:

The Rotary E-Club of Canada One
14008 101 Avenue NW
Edmonton, AB
Canada   T5N 0K3
(780) 267 4547

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Environment 

The Craziest River Cleanup in the World


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Humour 

Our teenage son, Marc, never misses an opportunity to remind us that he needs his own car. One morning as I drove him to school, it was apparent that we would be late. I asked him to write a note, which I would sign when we arrived.

At school, he handed me a pen and the note, which read: “Marc is late this morning due to car trouble. The trouble is, Marc doesn’t have his own car, and his mom dries too slowly.”

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My older son loves school, but his younger brother absolutely hates it. One weekend, he cried and fretted and tried every excuse not to go back on Monday. Sunday morning, the crying and whining built to a crescendo At the end of my rope, I finally stopped the car and explained, “Honey, it’s a law. If you don’t go to school, they’ll put Mommy in jail.”

He looked at me, thought a moment, then asked, “How long would you have to stay?”

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One night about 10:00 p.m., I answered the phone and heard, "Dad, we want to stay out late.  Is that okay?"

“Sure,” I answered, “as long as you called.”

When I hung up, my wife asked who was on the phone.

“One of the boys,” I replied. “I gave them permission to stay out late.”

“Not our boys,” she said. “They’re both downstairs in the basement.”

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Rotary minute 


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Rotary Members' Inspiration 

Designing your Rotary experience

Attend club meetings and events
Introduce yourself to members in your club to get to know them better. Being genuinely interested in others shows people you value hem, and these small interactions can lead to lasting friendship.

Create a My Rotary account

When you register for a My Rotary account and create a profile, you can access rotary’s online tools and locate and connect with members near and far using the find a Member tool.

Attend District Meetings and Events
Clubs are grouped into more than 500 districts worldwide. By connecting with other clubs and leaders in your district, you can learn how to get involved in Rotary beyond your club and make a greater impact.

Get involved with Club Initiatives
Volunteering to take part in a project, attend a meeting, or serve in a club role such as being on a committee, will let you work with others in meaningful ways and contriute to your club’s impact. You can also suggest speakers from service and project partners or from other organizations that share Rotary’s values. Ask your club how you can help.

Visit another club
You can locate Rotary and Rotaract club meetings to attend using the Find a Club tool. You might think of ways to collaborate on club activities or hear of an idea you want to try with your club. Visiting other clubs fosters new connections and inspiration.

Join a Rotary Fellowship
Meet others with similar interests by joining a Rotary Fellowship, an international group of people with a common hobby, identity, culture, or vocation. This is a fun way to make friends and explore a pastime or profession.

Join a Rotary Action Group
These include people around the world who have expertise and passion in a particular area, such as economic development, education, the environment, or safe water. Join a Rotary Action Group to share your knowledge, develop your skills, and make professional and personal connections.

Participate in a Rotary Friendship Exchange
Experience different cultures and build international understanding and friendships. This program for Rotary members and friends prioritizes cultural immersion, international service, or vocational exchanges. Friendship Exchange participants take turns hosting one another in their homes and clubs.

Attend a Project Fair
Meet people with whom you can collaborate on international projects. Project fairs typically last two or three days and can include visits to project sites as well as opportunities to experience the local culture. These activities let visitors learn about the community and build long-lasting relationships with their hosts.

Attend the Convention
The Rotary International Convention is held in a different international city each year. You’ll meet members from around the world, learn how to expand our impact, and enjoy inspiring talks from global leaders, celebrities, and activists.


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Food 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.

Click Here to send your request. 

THIS WEEK - Who wants to live forever




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Speaker Presentation  

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The Four-way Test 

To close the meeting, Rotarian Doug recites the Four-Way Test of the things that Rotarians think, say, or do.



Thank you for joining us.  We appreciate your feedback and hope you will return and invite a guest.  

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Archived Meetings


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Attendance Links 

Complete the attendance/donation form to have your attendance recognized.
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Please support our club!

Donate For the Meeting You Have Attended.

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. 


Join Us!
Interested in providing Rotary Service? Unable to attend terra club meetings? 

Contact our membership chair for information or
click HERE for e-club Active Membership application.
or HERE to learn about Associate Membership
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