One of Rotary International's 6 areas of focus is Disease Prevention and Treatment and is the theme for December. In 1979, Rotary became the first service organization to create a campaign to immunize six million children in the Philippines in a multi year project. This start has led to where we are today, almost eradicating it from the world. Rotary is partnered with the Gates Foundation who matches the monies raised and together achieve over 500 million annually.

Today we are down to 107 cases in two countries and the push is on to vaccinate the remainder. It has been the major focus of Rotary to take the impossible and find the solution. It is through the drive of a million Rotarians to raise money and to help with the volunteering to immunize children throughout the world.

Did you know that October 24th is End Polio Day? District 7810 had a number of clubs doing specific fundraising and awareness activities in Northern Maine and New Brunswick.

Did you know that the Gates Foundation matches Polio donations year-round? Many clubs are involved in End Polio activities throughout the year.

November is Rotary Foundation Month

Did you know that the Rotary Foundation raised 331.9 million dollars last year so that they could fund the projects that we do around the world to impact lives in a positive way?

November is all about the Rotary Foundation and the #DoGoodery that is done because of it.

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#EndPolio

Economic and Community Development

October is Economic and Community Development Month

Did you know that nearly 1.4 billion employed people live on less than $1.25 a day. Our Rotary members promote economic and community development and reduce poverty in underserved communities through training, well-paying jobs, and access to financial management institutions. Projects range from providing people with equipment to vocational training. Our members work to strengthen local entrepreneurs and community leaders, particularly women, in impoverished communities.

Track our success stories on social media throughout the month of October on Facebook (@district7810), Instagram (7810district), LinkedIn (Rotary District 7810), and Twitter (@RDistrict7810).

ALOHA, ROTARY!

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Introduction of new DG for 2019 - 2020

Noel C.M. Eustace

Noel grew up and went to school in Moncton. This is also where he and Karen first met and have been together ever since. Also while in high school, he attended his first Rotary meeting with his father, a Charter member of the Rotary Club of Dieppe. He attended Acadia University studying business, specifically marketing and management. Having grown up in an entrepreneurial family, his father has always been and still is a mentor and role model to him. Lessons of doing things right, never give up, focus and determination, be fair and honest, do the right things for the right reasons, be humble and help others are all keys to who he has become today.

With this upbringing in mind and after establishing a successful corporate career, Noel left the corporate life to help his father build a newly acquired business. Not long after this, Noel was approached and asked if he would be interested in joining the Rotary Club. Without asking any questions, he said yes and joined the Rotary Club of Moncton West and Riverview. He was only 25! That’s when there was about 20 members in the club too. He is now a member of the Rotary Club of Fredericton North.

They successfully built that business to become one of the largest independent distributors in the power equipment industry in Eastern Canada with facilities in Guelph Ontario and Moncton and close to 20 employees. With three young children at home, a growing business and Karen’s support Noel decided to go back to school. He earned his post grad, an MBA in International Marketing and Multicultural Communications, from the Universitie De Moncton. Normally a 3 year program, he completed in 2 ¹/₂ years. He also completed his project management certification, and is a high performance hockey coach, even coaching as high as Hockey Canada. He is even thinking of a Phd now.

After 20 years, he spent some time with an international engineering firm, then became an entrepreneur once again. With over 30 years as a marketing professional he is now in the branding business, owners of Instant Imprints Atlantic, a franchise in branding solutions. They have locations in Fredericton and soon to open one in Charlottetown. With one of the top 3 locations in North America, Noel has been tasked by the CEO to travel North America to help coach other franchisees how to do what they do in Fredericton.

Needless to say, Noel is still gainfully employed. A change from many who take the Governor’s role. As a second-generation Rotarian, now close to 30 years in Rotary, Noel has been involved in many roles and positions within his club, the district and even RI. His passion is with youth exchange and Rotaract. During his year as President, he Chartered the first Rotaract Club in our District. He and Karen have hosted over a dozen exchange students and two of their 3 children have been exchange students. Now empty nesters, Noel and Karen together have dedicated much of their time and efforts into Rotary.

Announcing Darren Hansen as DG for 2021-22

Darren Hansen,

District Governor

2021-2022

Born in Fredericton, NB, Darren Hansen has been a resident of Moncton since 1996 and a member of the Rotary Club of Moncton West & Riverview since December 2000.

Darren and his wife of 21 years, Erin, met while attending the University of New Brunswick; and were married after completion of their respective degrees. Erin has a degree in psychology from UNB and an education degree from Crandall University. She works as a teacher in the Anglophone East School District. Darren graduated civil engineering at UNB and he’s President of Heartland Developments Inc., a commercial real estate firm that develops, manages and owns commercial real estate holdings in New Brunswick. Darren & Erin have twin daughters Elise and Olivia; both are currently attending Mount Allison University, undertaking science degrees in biochemistry. They plan to pursue graduate degrees and are members of the Rotaract Club at Mount Allison.

Darren’s involvement in Rotary at the club level has been intensive and rewarding. He has been a board member for the majority of his years with the Rotary Club of Moncton West & Riverview. Darren’s board positions have included Membership Chair, Secretary, Treasurer and President. Darren is a strong supporter of the Rotary Foundation. For the past three years, and currently, he serves as Foundation Chair for the club; the second time he has accepted this responsibility. Darren continued his support of the Foundation by becoming a member of the Paul Harris Society; and is now a Paul Harris Fellow +7. Darren is also a Bequest Society member.

Darren received his first Paul Harris Fellowship recognition from the Rotary Club of Moncton West & Riverview as “Rotarian of the Year” in 2007. Darren received the Frank Hussey Award as Rotarian of the Year from District 7810 in 2008/09 and served as District Trainer under PDG John Carkner.

In addition to Darren’s commitment to Rotary, he has served on the Board of Directors of Moncton Headstart for the last 5 years; and is currently in his second year of his two year term as Board President. He also serves as Secretary on the Board of Curl Moncton and was a committee member for the City of Moncton Brier Bids for 2019 & 2020.

Darren enjoys many physical activities including golfing, curling, cycling, skiing and hiking. Darren & Erin most enjoy spending time with family and friends, enjoying all that New Brunswick has to offer.

Darren looks forward to preparing for his year as District Governor in 2021/22 and will, as always, put his heart and soul into the role. He is also looking forward to meeting and working with fellow Rotarians throughout the District.

Obituary for Ralph Vail

Ralph Stillman Vail

February 8, 1931 - May 7, 2019

Ralph S. Vail passed away unexpectedly at Upper River Valley Hospital, Waterville, NB on Tuesday, May 7, 2019. He was born in Brockway February 8^th, 1931, son of the late W. Artemas and Gladys (Smith) Vail.

Survived by his wife, Avis Ann Elaine (Treadwell) Vail, brothers Cedric (Marylin) Vail, and Carl Vail along with several nieces and nephews.

Ralph first worked for the Charles Price Company Ltd., in Canterbury as a lumber grader. Ralph had a lengthy career of land surveying in Woodstock, and surrounding area of NB. He then built his own surveying company, Ralph S. Vail Ltd.

He was very active in his community; in the St. James United Church, in the Masonic Lodge, and in the Rotary Club where he was the Sergeant at arms and twice he received the Paul Harris Fellowship Award, the highest honor a Rotarian can receive

In his early years, Ralph had a pilot’s license where he enjoyed flying, and taking people for a tour around the province in a small 2 seater private plane.

During his career, and after his retirement, Ralph became an ardent wood carver in a small room off his garage. This is where he spent many hours creating excellent wood working pieces such as clocks, cribbage boards, gavels, dishes, wooden bowls, lazy susans and many more items.

He gave away hundreds of his masterpiece creations to family, friends, and also to several organizations to raise money for worthy causes (mostly for children).

Ralph will always be remembered for his personal time and generous giving in his community!

The family wishes to extend their heartfelt thanks to all his loyal supporters, people from his residence at the Riverside Court, and to the Carleton Manor where his wife Avis resides.

Funeral service will be at St. James United Church in Woodstock, NB at 10:45 am on Saturday, May 11, 2019 with Rev. Greg Williams officiating. Reception to follow at the St. James United Church. Church is located at 120 Chapel Street, Woodstock, NB

For those who wish, remembrances may be made to Rotary Camp Good Time, the Masonic Lodge Children’s Shriners, or the St. James United Church.

Interment will be at the Brockway Cemetery in Brockway, NB at a later date.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to www.culbersonfuneralhome.com

Arrangements with The Culberson Funeral Home 188 Connell Street, Woodstock, NB E7M 1L8 325-1130

Obituary for Allison Green

W. Allison Green 1939-2019

It is with sadness that we announce the death of Walter "Allison" Green of Florenceville-Bristol, NB that occurred on Sunday, May 5, 2019 at the Saint John Regional Hospital. Born September 27, 1939 in Woodstock, NB he was the son of the late Walter and Sarah "Sally" (Bell) Green. He was also predeceased by his sister, Edna DeMerchant (Lawrence) and his niece, Connie DeMerchant.

Allison is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Casey; 3 daughters, Camile Markey (Paul), Cindy Campbell (John), Donna MacLean (Shawn); 7 grandchildren, Jamie Smith (Carrie), Dallas Fortin (Marc), Christine Campbell, Brandon Campbell (Heidi), Robin Campbell, Cloe MacLean and Ryan MacLean; 8 great grandchildren, Claire, Reid, Xavier, Elliott, Emily, Celena, Maxwell and Cohan; 1 nephew, David DeMerchant as well as several cousins.

Visitation will be held from L. R. Giberson Funeral Directors, 207 Burnham Rd. Florenceville-Bristol on Wednesday, May 8, 2019 from 5-8 pm. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, May 9, 2019 at 2:00 pm from the Church of the Good Shepherd, Florenceville-Bristol. The Rev. Robert LeBlanc will officiate. The interment will be in the adjoining church cemetery. Donations made to the Florenceville Rotary Club, Church of the Good Shepherd or the NB Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.

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Passing of PDG Jack Laycock

Jack Forrester Laycock

July 14, 1932 - November 15, 2018

Unexpectedly, at Saint John Regional Hospital, November 15, 2018, Jack Forrester Laycock, husband of Marion Ruth (Dalrymple) Laycock, of St. Stephen, N.B., in his 87th year. Born July 14, 1932 in Barrie, Ontario, to Charles Henry Laycock and Jessie Metcalfe.

Jack is survived by wife, Ruth; sons, John S. Laycock (Elenor), Pickering, Ont., and James H. Laycock (Margaret), Riverview, N.B.; grandchildren: Jake M. Laycock (Rachel), Oromocto, N.B., Erica Laycock, Toronto, Ont., Jordan J. Laycock, Lower Sackville, N.S., Jerret C.E. Laycock (Vikki), Halifax, N.S., Claire Shane (Johnathan), Edmonton, Alta., and Colin Laycock, Pickering, Ont.; and two great-grandsons, Huxley and Alexander.

Jack worked in Summerside, PEI and owned businesses in Halifax/Dartmouth, NS before coming to St. Stephen in 1973. He joined the staff of St. Croix Printing & Publishing in 1977, as advertising manager and was a driving force in the business until his retirement.

Jack was active in the community with the Rotary Club of St. Stephen-Milltown, the St. Stephen & Area Chamber of Commerce (past president) and was an early supporter of the International Festival. He served as Governor of Rotary District 7810 for 1979-80. A four-time Paul Harris Rotary Fellow, Jack was a tireless worker for Rotary’s Polio Plus program (to eradicate polio world-wide). He was a proud recipient of the Rotary International Service Above Self award for humanitarian work.

Per Jack’s request, there will be no service. Burial to take place at a later date at United Church Cemetery, East Gore, N.S.

Memorial donations may be made to Lincourt Manor, St. Stephen, or Charlotte County SPCA, St. Stephen.

Online condolences to the family can be made at www.mehanfuneralhome.ca

Passing of Donald Richards

Posted on Jan 09, 2018

It is with sincere condolences to the Family of Past District Governor Don Richards that we share in the sadness of this news.

PDG was a Wonderful Humanitarian, Educator, Community Member and loving Family Man.

We know that his life on earth brought many blessings to others.

Rest In Peace.

Iris Sullivan

District Governor

2017-18

Donald Richards

1937-2018

Donald Richards

The death of Donald Richards of Hampton occurred on January 9th, 2018 at Bobby’s Hospice, Saint John. Don is survived by his wife Myrna, his daughter Elizabeth and son-in-law Michael Keleher, grandsons Maxwell and Owen Keleher, daughter-in-law Genevieve Desmarais and grandson Xavier Richards, his sister Jackie Tilton, his brother Bob Richards (Gail) and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents Edgar and Bertha (Bishop) Richards, Don was predeceased by his son Eric.

Following high school graduation, Don attended the University of New Brunswick. Before graduating Don took a few years off and from 1958-1960 and was employed as a Meteorological Technician with the Canadian Department of Transportation working in a number of communities including Sable Island and Frobisher Bay. Don returned to university and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in 1962 and taught sciences at Belleisle Regional High School from 1962-1964. Don received his Bachelor of Education and married Myrna Tays in 1964. Myrna and Don then moved to Rothesay and started teaching in the Rothesay school system.

From 1973 to 1989 Don taught in the U.B.B.S.J. and U.N.B.F. extension programs for B.Ed. and M.Ed. students. He was also active with the New Brunswick Teachers Association at both the local and provincial level. Don also served on curriculum committees for the Department of Education.

In 1983 Don was a charter member of the Rotary Club of Hampton. He served in a number of executive positions including a year as club president. In 1993 he was made a Paul Harris Fellow by the Rotary Club of Hampton. In 1997 Don was selected to serve as team leader for the district 7810 Group Study Exchange team that spent the month of April in South Korea. In 2000-2001 Don served as District Governor for Rotary District 7810.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Reid's Funeral Home (506-832-5541) 1063 Main St. Hampton, where visitation will be held Friday, January 12th, 2018, 3-5 pm. Funeral service will be held from St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Hampton at 3:00 pm Saturday, January 13th, 2018. Interment will be in St. Paul’s Anglican Cemetery in the spring.

Donations in memory of Don may be made to Bobby’s Hospice or to the memorial of the donor’s choice. Personal condolences to the family and donations may be made through ReidsFH.com

Two for Two

Posted on Mar 11, 2019

Two Rotaract Presidents - Two Rhodes Scholars!

The Rotaract Club of Mount Allison University has an impressive reputation for academic success. Colin Robertson, Club president for the 2015/16 and 2016/2017 years was awarded a prestigious Rhodes scholarship in 2018. Following closely behind, this year’s Rotaract president, Katherine Reiss, has been awarded a Rhodes Scholarship in 2019.

Valued at more than $100,000, the Rhodes Scholarship is one of the oldest and most prestigious in the world, covering the cost of postgraduate studies at the University of Oxford in the U.K. There are only 11 students from across Canada selected to receive the award.

Moncton launches ‘Our Urban Heart’ $5 million Partnership Campaign

Posted on May 16, 2018

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Moncton launches ‘Our Urban Heart’ $5 million Partnership Campaign
Funds raised will support the Moncton Events Centre and Plaza

MONCTON – The City of Moncton announced this morning that more than $1.6 million has been raised as part of ‘Our Urban Heart’ partnership campaign. Mayor Dawn Arnold welcomed a large crowd at City Hall, as major donors and campaign volunteers spoke to their support of these fundraising efforts.

The partnership campaign has received a contribution of $1 million by the Moncton Wildcats. Robert K. Irving, president of the QMJHL team, confirmed that his organization supports the Events Centre and the plaza improvements. “The Wildcats have been part of this community for more than 20 years and we look forward to seeing these new facilities become a place where our players – and our fans – will make new stories to tell for generations to come. The plaza space provides the community with something unique and will provide the City with an advantage in being able to attract events of all sizes.”Mr. Irving added, “I encourage all businesses and organizations to join the Wildcats and contribute to Our Urban Heart campaign.”

“The entire Events Centre project has evolved over the years, particularly with the desire to make the plaza area one that would serve as a gathering hub for our citizens. Our corporate community has stepped up so that many embellishments could be added to this unique space,” explained Moncton Mayor Dawn Arnold. “This is a game-changer not only for downtown, but for our city as a whole.”

The family-friendly green space located at the back of the plaza will now be named the Rotary Park, in recognition of the Moncton Rotary Club and the Moncton West and Riverview Rotary Club’s joint $200,000 donation. Representatives Kelsey Bingham of the Moncton Rotary Club and Ian Franklin of the Moncton West and Riverview Rotary Club were on hand: “Rotarians have always lived by the motto ‘service above self’ and this green space in our downtown will serve to bring citizens together” says Bingham. Franklin adds, “This community space will have a lasting positive impact not only on the immediate neighbourhood in downtown, but on the quality of life of all Monctonians who will connect with each other and celebrate many great occasions here.”

In addition to the $5 million partnership campaign, a generous $1.1 million donation was made earlier this year by Jon and Leslie Manship to enhance the now-named Ian Fowler Oval. “This gesture is a testament to the importance of this project located in the heart of our community. We are happy to see that Ian will be remembered,” said Mayor Arnold.

Rotary and the Tale of Two Tragedies

Posted on Apr 13, 2018

Two tragedies, one in the USA; the other in Canada. Only a few weeks separate them. The first occurred on February 14, 2018, in Parkland FL. at Marjory Stoneman Douglas H. S. where 17 lost their lives to a gunman with an AR-15; the second took place at a highway intersection, on April 7, 2018, when a bus carrying the Humboldt Saskatchewan Broncos Junior B Hockey team collided with a transport truck, and 16 lost their lives.

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