DG Iris Sullivan's Refection on her year 2017-18

Posted on Oct 23, 2018

2017-2018 District 7810 Governor Report

District Conference Bathurst October 21st 2018

Congratulations to Rotarians in District 7810 for Making a Difference.

As the lead it was my Goal to bring a business structure to our District.

There were a number of first time initiatives and some reorganizing of structure in other areas.

A mentorship was established with all Chairpersons who were in transition of a third year!

The introduction of GOTOMEETING under Ginny’s year, with minimal internet cost, but with significant cost savings for travel and the opportunity to communicate an effective forum of networking geographically, I would say was the most effective and efficient manner of conducting business to date for the District.

A first for District 7810 Million Dollar Initiative co-chaired by two Past District Governors, Allan MacLellan and Michel Leger. This is a joint Foundation Initiative with our Rotarian Friends in District 7820, which was launched in July 2017.

The Finance Committee was re-established to meet monthly, with quarterly Financial statements supplied by the District Treasurer, with specific terms of reference, the individuals were designated to be American and Canadian equally, two Assistant Governors and two Past District Governors with the Immediate Past District Governor as Chairperson for continuity of Budget Transparency in the District. Members for 2017 -2018 Chairperson IPDG Ginny Joles , Assistant Governors Robbie Griffin, Cliff Rhome the two Past District Governors John Carkner and Greg Campbell. Pre-Pets for two Areas Presque Isle and Bathurst offered Training for incoming Club Treasurers with Rotarians with Accounting Designations facilitating this education component.

The opportunity of monthly meetings were created and I am grateful to all of the Chairpersons who facilitated with structure and educational opportunities that were an asset for all. Those Active participants were: Foundation, Assistant Governor’s, Presidents, Board of Directors, Committee Chairpersons, Membership, Public Image and Literacy. A few of these committees were expanded to invite one person from each Club to a social education evening. These meetings were structured for a period of one hour specifically. Assistant Governor’s developed a Training program facilitated by themselves from a program guided through RI. Assistant Governor’s continue to be the conduit of information within our District.

Rotaract Clubs were supported with guidance from Susan Kulesza and Don McKay. We have Clubs in Woodstock, Fredericton, Mount Allison. There is interest in St John and Miramichi which will hopefully create Clubs in 2018 - 2019.

Interac Clubs under the guidance of Greg McDiarmid have maintained membership with a new Club created in Bathurst.

District Youth Committee facilitates as an independent Committee. We were not able to facilitate RYLA in 2017 - 2018 under this Committee. The Committee Member Noel Eustace attended a Youth Conference in Poland in September 2017, Marcel Gervais also attended conferences on this topic in Canada and the US. Chairperson of this committee is Wayne Wornes.

Anthony Waddell volunteered in January 2018, to create a District Strategic /Vision Plan with input from every Club plus giving opportunity to each Rotarian on their personal input in the District, which he is actively pursuing.

DDF Grants were delayed for the 2018 - 2019 year due to the delay of completion of paper work of Global Grants from several years past. The Governor line has been working on this the past several years with the assistance of RI.

The GIIVE project continues to be active. This project has been led by the Woodstock and Presque Isle Clubs, Initially to assist with eco stoves, eco water and eco sanitation, this project has extended to other areas of Rotary’s six areas of Focus.

The Past District Governors met twice. I am hoping this group of Educated Rotarians continue to meet on a regular basis to share their expertise and four years of High Level Rotary International Education and Leadership Training with Rotarians in our District. Mentorship is priceless.

We were excited to celebrate the Donation of a kidney to Michael Walsh from one of his District Governor classmates, Lyle Ryan of California. A true Rotary SERVICE ABOVE SELF gesture.

The Highlight of our District year was the Donation of over a MILLION Dollars for Polio Plus in a Legacy Gift that was received from an anonymous Donor. This Donation gave us number 1 status in the world and will be matched 2 to 1 by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.

It has been a humbling experience to work with so many devoted Rotarians in our District 7810. I am blessed to have met so many wonderful individuals that shared their Rotary experiences with me that made my journey priceless and memorable, so many making a huge Difference in many Communities.

Thank you to the Rotary Club of Chatham for their Confidence and Support.

Congratulations and Thank you for everything you do in the name of Rotary.

QUOTE : Edward Everett Hale

I am only one, but I am one.

I cannot do everything

But I can do Something

And I will not let what I cannot do interfere with what I can do!

Respectfully Submitted

Iris Sullivan

District Governor 2017 - 2018

END POLIO NOW NEWSLETTER - Sept 2018

Rotary announces US$96.5 million to end polio

Rotary grants to support the global effort to end polio, focused on Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Nigeria, along with further funding to help keep 16 vulnerable countries polio-free.

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World Polio Day reviews the bold steps taken to end polio

At Rotary’s 6th annual World Polio Day event on 24 October in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, we’ll highlight the monumental and innovative steps that are getting us closer to our goal. We’ll also celebrate 30 years of achievements by the GPEI.

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Canada's prime minister accepts polio honor

Justin Trudeau, prime minister of Canada, was presented with Rotary’s Polio Eradication Champion Award in recognition of Canada’s contributions to polio eradication. 

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Rotary in the News

Inside Pakistan's fight for zero polio cases, where women are on the frontlines

From ABC News: Just a few years ago, Pakistan was home to nearly all of the world’s polio cases, now it is "closer than ever" to zero cases.

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Update: Earthquake and Tsunami in Indonesia

Tsunami and earthquake aftermath in Central Sulawesi, Wani, Indonesia - 02 Oct 2018

Dear District Governor Silvana,

I am sorry to be emailing you again so soon after last reaching out, but I wanted to take this opportunity to provide you with the following update on the work ShelterBox and Rotary are doing together in Indonesia.

On Friday 28 September, the people of Sulawesi looked on in horror as giant waves crashed onto their shores. First the island was hit by a 7.5 magnitude earthquake. Then a tsunami tore through the region, flattening everything in its path and turning thousands of homes to rubble.

Families have been left devastated as they struggle with the catastrophic aftermath. Thousands are still searching for lost family members, whilst also enduring landslides and power outages.

The disaster has caused the displacement of around 66,000 people and the death of 1,400, and these numbers are expected to rise.

ShelterBox already has a Response Team in Lombok, Indonesia following the August 6.9 magnitude earthquake which left 20,000 people homeless. Our team has been in-country for the last month helping families recover from that event.

We are now sending a second Response Team to Indonesia to understand how we might be able to help Sulawesi families who have lost everything. We are in contact with the Indonesian government, the disaster management organizations, and our Rotary colleagues in Indonesia to understand how we might be able to help Sulawesi families. We have aid stored nearby in Malaysia and we are working with our contacts to understand any importation restrictions, and how we might be able to get it in to Indonesia and to the families who may need it.

As official Project Partners, Rotary and ShelterBox work together to ensure no family is left without shelter after disasters. We are proud to be a Rotary International Project Partner, further strengthening a global circle of friendship.

Our immediate response to this disaster was made possible by the past support of Rotarians including those in your district. To continue to play a role in our ongoing aid to families in need for this and other disasters we would ask that you:

Share this information with your District – Rotary Club presidents who have given to us previously have also received this email
Stay up to date on our response at https://www.shelterboxcanada.org/indonesia-tsunami/
Encourage clubs to make a donation to ShelterBox Canada
Host Shine For ShelterBox events to engage the community and raise essential funds: www.shelterboxcanada.org/shine

You can also feel free to reach out to me or local ShelterBox Ambassadors if you have questions or need any other assistance.

Thank you for your interest and support!

Yours in Rotary,

Tess Widdifield

Rotary and Community Fundraising Manager

The Rotary Club of Toronto Twlight

P.S. If you would like to set up an online fundraising page for your District to expand your fundraising reach and track the impact of your District please get in touch here

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District Governor Nominations for 2021-22

District Governor Nominations for 2021-2022

DUE DATE: September 30, 2018

District 7810 is seeking applicants for our 2021-2022 District Governor position. One of the most important decisions we make in our District is choosing its future leadership. We are seeking the most qualified person for the position of District Governor. If you have, or know someone who has a demonstrated history of proven leadership as a Rotarian, and would be willing to serve, then we are seeking to utilize that talent, skill and sound judgment as our District Governor for 2021-2022.

Applications (see downloads below) may be submitted anytime between now and (September 30, 2018). Application may be submitted by mail or email. Please note the form indicates your Club Secretary must attest that the club is aware of your application.

Please direct any questions to: District Governor (2018-2019) Silvana Bosca, silvana.bosca@icloud.com or 506-545-8269

Please send the completed application no later than September 30, 2018 to:
Rotary District 7810
C/O DG (2018-19) Silvana Bosca
PO Box 3112
Fredericton, NB E3A 5G8
Email: silvana.bosca@icloud.com

Iris reflects on the past year of 2017 -18

Fellow Rotarians

As I reflect on the past year of 2017 -2018, my best memory is the opportunity I have had to work and play with each one of you!!

It has been humbling to work alongside such devoted volunteers whose main focus is enhancing lives in their communities and the entire world, each one of you Making a Significant Difference for so many.

I am excited that many Rotarians have volunteered in the past two years to create such dynamic committees with each one reflecting our International composition.

I am grateful to the Assistant Governor Team who are truly the " Glue" of our District.

Your Leadership is effective due to the connection to each Club and your willingness to devote your time to educate yourselves with each new program that seems constant from Rotary International.

I am pleased that you embraced and co-ordinate your own training as a group .

The Governor Line is only effective because of your Committment and dedication.

The meetings with Past District Governor's was extremely valuable.

To those that mentored me Thank you !! I have learned from each of you and am humbled now to be part of the legacy each of you has had a hand in creating in District 7810.

Special appreciation to all Committee Chairs who in 2018 took the time to establish defined committees with Mandates and Terms of Reference, and monthly on line meeting with committee members as well as Club committees. These efforts truly have had an amazing impact on productivity for each RI area of focus. Kudos on a job well done.

To each of the Presidents, your Amazing Leadership in all corners of our District has created a new energy that is contagious.

Thank you to the Board of Directors: Treasurer Bruce Wood and Secretary Andre Welland for taking a fourth year of volunteer responsibility. PDG Ginny Joles for her patience and understanding and always reminding me that I was not alone.

Terry Mac Donald for his huge role who should be called our Rotary GURU.

It has been an honor and humbling to be the first DG from the Rotary Club of Chatham. Thank you Leon Bremner for the nomination and my Club for supporting me every step of this extraordinary journey.

Thank you to all who made so many firsts become a reality!

Million Dollar Dinner with District 7820

International Committees with the inclusion of Maine and New Brunswick

GotoMeeting: bridging the geographic challenges.

Monthly Finance Meetings with two PDGs and two AG's

Number 1 District in the World for Polio Giving

Quote: Edward Everett Hale

I am only one,but I am one.

I cannot do everything

But I can do Something

And I will not let what I cannot do interfere with what I can do!!

THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU DO IN THE NAME OF ROTARY

Iris Sullivan PDG

Rotary Leader - July 2018

HOW TO START (OR REVIVE) A ROTARACT CLUB

Members of the Rotaract Club of Jacksonville’s Beaches, Florida, USA, clean a highway as a service project. Find out how leaders revived the club and our tips for starting a new Rotaract club.

GRANTS

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TOP PRIORITY

Plan now to make a big splash on World Polio Day

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Introduction of New District Governor

Posted on Jul 03, 2018

Silvana Bosca, District Governor 2018-19

Rotary Club of Bathurst

A native of Bathurst, Silvana became the first female member of the Rotary Club of Bathurst in 1995 and 3 years later became the first female Club president. Talk about engaging a new member!!

When asked what attracted her to Rotary, Silvana will say, “It was the Club’s support for providing funding for physically challenged children that initially attracted me, but what kept me there, was the efficiency in which members took action to help in the community. If someone needed a wheelchair ramp, for example, they made it happen – everyone just pitched in and got it done!”

Career-wise, she started out as a Physiotherapist, then moved into management and hospital administration; her last position, before retiring 5 years ago, was senior policy advisor to the VP of Medical Affairs of one of New Brunswick’s two health regions.

Active in her community, Silvana recently co-chaired the Hospital Foundation major community fund-raising campaign, was volunteer Run director for the CIBC Run for the Cure for 9 years, and served on various boards including the NB Lung Association and NB Canadian Physiotherapy Association.

An enthusiastic golfer and gardener, she also enjoys driving her Harley Davidson Streetglide, boating, fishing, snowmobiling, travelling and spending time at the camp with her husband Andy LeBlanc.

But the number 1 passion for Silvana and Andy are their grandchildren, Eve 6 years and Mila 4 months and believe they are extremely fortunate that both of Andy’s sons and their families live in Bathurst.

Silvana looks forward to meeting District 7810 Rotarians during her visit to your club over the next 3 months.

Brand News - July 2018

Although most of the public knows our name, our latest research tells us that too many prospective members or supporters do not fully understand Rotary. They don’t know what we stand for and what we do in local communities. And nearly 60 percent of those surveyed said they were unaware that a Rotary club exists in their own community.

The People of Action campaign helps you bring Rotary’s story to life by showing Rotary members as the people of action we are. Telling our People of Action stories in a meaningful, coordinated way builds the public’s understanding of who we are and what we do. It highlights the impact we make in our communities and around the world. Learn how to tell your People of Action story and help answer the question, “What is Rotary?”

What makes Rotarians in the
Bahamas People of Action?

Discover how the Rotary Club of East Nassau, Nassau, Bahamas, (the club of new Rotary International President, Barry Rassin) is working with others in their community to preserve the environment and New Providence, the island they call home.

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Capture impactful People of Action photos

Taking pictures that best represent your club or club project can be challenging, but with a little guidance, you can start creating memorable images that will effectively tell your club's story.

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New materials on Brand Center

Look for an updated version of the People of Action Campaign Guidelines, Quick Start Guide for Club Social Media Pages, People of Action videos and scripts, as well as our newly designed digital banner template and much more.

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Do you have a People of Action story? Share it with us by emailing PR@Rotary.org

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

Posted on May 16, 2018

*Le texte français suit.

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.

Montreal Conference News

Hello everyone

First, I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you for all that you have done or are doing for our organization. Just as our collective humanitarian efforts accomplish more than any of us could individually,
it is the collective effort of all of you that allows our organization to operate year in and year out. We appreciate you.

Some of you receiving this are long time friends and acquaintances in Rotary Some are relatively new. Some of you we have not yet had the privilege of working with. Regardless, we need each of you to consider the following.

September 20-22, 2018, we will be holding the first ever Zone 24/32 Conference. Oh wait you say, we've had Rotary Institutes for years. Right you are. So what's the difference? This event is open to ALL Rotarians. Past Officers, incoming officers, current officers, AG's, district Rotarians, club Rotarians. Everyone!

Humboldt Hockey Team Accident Update

Thank you again for your concerns for the bereaved families of the members of the Humboldt Broncos Hockey Team who passed away in the accident on April 6, 2018.
After much deliberation on how to respond, our Rotary District 5550 has decided to establish a Rotary scholarship fund in memory of those who died as a result of the accident. The scholarship is for any Canadian postsecondary institution and is to be given annually to a Humboldt Broncos hockey player who demonstrates scholastic ability and exemplifies an attitude of Service Above Self.
If you wish to make the donation to the scholarship fund please send it to:

District Designed & Approved Polo Shirts

Posted on May 09, 2018

Please see attached order form for those wishing to purchase the apparel designed and approved by the District for members that are planning on attending the International Convention in Toronto.

PETS agenda for April 21st

President Elect Training Seminar District 7810

Fredericton Inn

Saturday April 21^st, 2018

0800 – 0900 REGISTRATION

0900 - 0910 Opening Remarks – PDG Wayne Wornes, Chair – District Training Coordinator

0910 - 0955 Exploring your leadership style (DGE Silvana Bosca)

1000 - 1010 BREAK

Rotary Showcase

1010 - 1025 Project Give (PDG Ginny Joles and Gary Stewart, President Woodstock RC)

1025 - 1040 Greater Moncton International Projects (AG John Grantham)

1040 - 1050 ShelterBox (PDG Harold Moore, ShelterBox liaison)

1050 - 1100 Camp Rotary (Elva Sullivan, Fredericton RC)1100 - 1130 Youth Service – Youth Exchange (Marcel Gervais), Rotaract (Susan Kulesza) and Interact (Greg Mac Diarmid)

1130 - 1200 Budget Vote (PDG Ginny Joles, Finance Committee Chair)

1200 - 1300 LUNCH - PRESENTATION: Be the Inspiration / Million Dollar Initiative

1300 - 1350 Making your club Irresistible (Rob Driscoll, membership chair)

1355 - 1445 People of Action: Telling your story (Rachel Rice, Public Image Cahir)

1450 - 1500 BREAK

1500 - 1550 Rotary Foundation: Inspire, Challenge, Strengthen (Joy Barresi Saucier, Foundation Chair)

1555 - 1615 Ready, Set, GO!! Planning your Year (Noel Eustace, District Governor Nominee)

1615 - 1620 DISTRICT CONFERENCE October 19^th – 21^st Bathurst, NB (DGE Silvana Bosca)

1620 - 1630 Evaluation / Closing remarks

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.

To see the rest of the story, click on this link https ://wethe4 .com /2018/04/12/rotary-and-the-tale-of-two-tragedies/

Spring Governor's Message

Posted on Mar 21, 2018

Welcome Spring!!

Spring brings new energy to rejuvenate our mind and souls for the warmth of the Sun and Earth in the coming months.

I would like to thank the Training Committee and acknowledge the commitment of the Assistant Governors on the wonderful sessions that were facilitated with Pre Pets in our District in the month of February. The Governor line has received wonderful feedback on the success of the programs facilitated.

I am pleased to share that the Assistant Governors have taken on personal education program for Assistant Governors. The Co-Chair of training PDG Ginny Joles will facilitate and the most amazing AGs will lead their own schedules and program development KUDOS to these Leaders in District 7810.

I would like to acknowledge Joy Barresi Saucier for her commitment to the Foundation and the time she has taken to travel to the areas to share the program she has developed with the Training of all Foundation chairs and giving them the opportunity to sign their MOU as mandated by Rotary International by giving them the opportunity to attend a session in the District or attend PETS/SETS. This will ensure every Club has a signed MOU so that IF there is an opportunity to apply for a GRANT it can move forward and Clubs are not disappointed by the Rotary International ruling of having to have a trained individual in each Club.

Congratulation to the Sackville Club on the Charter of Mount Allison Rotaract. This is a wonderful commitment to YOUTH in our District. KUDOS to The leadership in the Sackville Club. You make us PROUD!

Hopefully you have your Clubs registered for the PETS/SETS on April 21^st in Fredericton. This training is mandatory and if you are not able to attend The Governor Line can assist you in finding an alternative training session in another District.

We are pleased to have Tony Waddell of the Moncton Sunrise Club accept the initiative under the Training Committee mandate to lead the Visioning strategic plan for our District and he is searching for committee members! We are asking if you have an interest please let us know. Tony will be visiting all of the Clubs in the near future!

Quote:

Erma Bombeck

Volunteers are the only human beings on the face of the earth who reflect this nation’s compassion, unselfish caring, patience and just plain loving one another.

Thank you for all you do in the name of Rotary!! HAPPY SPRING

Respectfully

Iris Sullivan

7810 District Governor 2017 2018

Multi Club Event, 5 Greater Moncton Rotary Clubs invite you

Posted by Terry Gaudet

List of Dates for other PET sessions in other Districts

Please find below a list of other PET sessions in other Districts for reference only if you cannot make District 7810's PETS / SETS mandatory training date.

DISTRICT	LOCATION	DATE	Contact
New England 7780, 7850, 7870, 7890, 7910, 7930, 7950, 7980	Framingham, Mass	March 8,9,& 10 2018	Kat Sims, DGE
7790	St-Georges, Le Beauce	March 16,17,18 2018	Marcel Noel DGE
7040	NAV Corwall ON	April 21,22 2018	Martha Weaver
7820	Valley HRM PEI Cape Breton	March 24 March 31 April 21 April 28	Rob Christie

January Governor's Message

My fellow Rotarians,

It is with an incredible amount of pride and excitement that I let you know about some wonderful news connected with Rotary's polio eradication efforts and our very own District 7810. I am so pleased to announce that we have received word of a realized estate gift from a non-Rotarian who left the majority of assets to The Rotary Foundation in her will. This gift--considered a multiple Arch Klumph Society Donation--comes out of District 7810, though the donor wished to remain anonymous. Her attorney, who was a Rotarian in District 7810, recommended Rotary as a beneficiary at the time she drew up her estate papers many years ago.

This gift is designated for Polio eradication efforts and will be matched two-to-one by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.
This gift is a testimony to the work of Rotary around the world with regard to Polio eradication. In the past 100 years, The Rotary Foundation has spent $3 billion on life-changing, sustainable projects. More than 90 percent of donations go directly to supporting our service projects around the world. Of significant note, Charity Navigator lists The Rotary Foundation as number 3 in the top ten Charities everyone has heard of in the World.

I also believe this gift speaks to the important work our District has done over the years to raise community awareness about Rotary's polio eradication efforts around the globe. I and our District leadership are so proud of the work all of you do to raise awareness and funds for this most important cause.
We are humbled by this most generous private donation, we hope it serves as an inspiration to you as you continue your good work in the name of Rotary, and we have no doubt that it will make a significant difference in the eradication of Polio in the world.

Iris Sullivan

District Governor 7810

2017 - 2018

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

December Governor Message

Posted on Dec 22, 2017

Dear Fellow Rotarians

We have arrived at the midpoint of our 2017-2018 Rotary Year.

Amazing Development in the past couple of years with many ideas becoming a Reality. Thanks for all of the teamwork of our members.

I am proud of each of you ! We have an active Foundation with Grants processes moving forward. We have two Clubs in our District submitting Global Grant request.

The Clubs are incredibly busy in each of their respective communities with Programs: such as School Breakfast programs, Food Bank support, Clothing Drives, Literacy programs, these are Amazing support systems in the local communities.

The GIIVE project is truly a BOOTS on the Ground in Guatemala . KUDOS to all that are participating in any way at all especially those that have taken the time to travel on your own time. and personal expense

GOTO MEETING is extremely well utilized above and beyond our wildest expectations.

Committees are all active with International flavor on each committee

The Oversight Committee reviews the bank statements and cheque disbursements on a regular basis. This is a mandated committee as an RI Pilot Project with Governor Funding directed to the District. This is comprised of IPDG, two PDG"S and two AG's of course Internationally represented.

Please watch for dates for the Pre Pets and of course the mandated PETS/SETS in April.

My sincere Gratitude for you Confidence and support during this past six months. I look forward to your continuing strength to work with all of your expertise and knowledge in our District projects

BLESSED are those who choose to give and share this Christmas You have been so generous to so many in the past !

May your generosity be retained tenfold this Christmas and throughout the coming year!

Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones.

Thank you for all you do in the name of Rotary.

Best WIshes as you Continue to Make a Difference in 2018.

I am humbled to have this opportunity to serve as your District Governor

Enjoy the Season!

Respectfully

Iris

2017 District Conference - Awards and Recognitions

Please find below a list of all awards and certificates presented at the 2017 Rotary District 7810 Conference.

Paul Harris Fellow Recognitions
"Joy Barresi-Saucier, Presque Isle Rotary"
"Brittany Chambers, Rotaract of Fredericton"
"Julie Bernard, Dalhousie Rotary"

Public Relations Program Award
Sackville Rotary

PDG Mike Walsh Award - Best Club of the Year
Dalhousie Rotary

Best Attendance Award
Fredericton Sunrise Rotary

Member Retention Award
Port Elgin Rotary

New Member Award
Moncton West-Riverview Rotary

Frank Hussey Award - Rotarian of the Year
"Mary Sears, Sackville Rotary"

PDG Harriett McNeil Award - President of the Year
"Marcel Gervais, Moncton Rotary"

Tom Nelson Award - Community Service - Inclusive and Innovative
Resurgo Satellite of MWR Rotary

Duncan Wathen Award - Net Increase in Members
Greater Moncton Sunrise Rotary

PDG Award - I Wanna Be A DG - Pretty Darn Good
"Lowell Loveday, Chatham Rotary"

Outstanding Rotarian - Governors Recognition
"Susan Kulesza - Leadership - Rotaract, Interact, Youth Advisory"
"Rick Rogers - Leadership - Foundation, GIIVE, and End Polio Now"

PDG Certificates - Service Above Self
Greg Campbell
Ian Ferguson

PDG Crystal Globe - Service Above Self
All living D7810 PDGs

New Clubs - Service to Community
Rotaract of Woodstock
Bathurst Interact
Sussex Interact

Acadian Peninsula Ice Storm Recovery
"Grand Falls Rotary, Berend Tepper"
"Newcastle Rotary, Greg MacDiarmid"
"Chatham Rotary, Shawn Cripps"
"Chatham Rotary, Peggy McLean"
"Chatham Rotary, Anne Woods"
"Bathurst Rotary, Bernard Cormier"
"Resurgo Satellite of MWR Rotary, Nadine Dugay-Lemay"

Acadian Peninsula Ice Storm Recovery - Outstanding Leadership
"DGE Silvana Bosca, Bathurst Rotary"
"DG Iris Sullivan, Chatham Rotary"

Outstanding District Conference Chairperson
"Lowell Loveday, Chatham Rotary"

Guss Trophy - International Service
"Mars Hill Rotary - Project GIIVE, Grant Sponsor with 13 Clubs"

Retiring Assistant Governors
"Floyd Rockholt, Area 1"
"Noel Eustace, Area 3"
"Terry Thomas, Area 9"

Retiring Youth Exchange Program Chair
Mary O'Donnell

2017 District Conference - Photos

If you want a picture, isolate it by clicking on it, then click the three dots in the upper corner, select Download, then Save, this will produce a high res picture. Using right click and save will produce a low res picture only.

https://photos.app.goo.gl/kk6sUvJTKjuwq9F02

Rotary--Hurricane Harvey Relief Program

Dear Rotarians,

As I am sure you all know, many of the cites along the Gulf Coast of the United States have been devastated by category 4 Hurricane Harvey with winds of over 130 miles an hour and over 50 inches of rain. It’s the heaviest storm on record anywhere in the U.S. outside Hawaii and it is still raining.

This severe rainfall has caused historic flooding along the Texas coast, including in Houston. Deluged towns in the region are in desperate need of aid as thousands of residents were forced to flee their homes. Cities like Rockport, Texas have been completely destroyed. The Greater Houston area with a population of over 6.5 million people (the fifth-largest metropolitan area in the United States) has had over 3.7 million people leave the region in the evacuation effort. Others remained trapped inside their homes, as entire neighborhoods were submerged

Hurricane Harvey is predicted to be the costliest natural disaster in the history of the U.S., with a damage cost exceeding Hurricanes Sandy and Katrina AccuWeather predicts that the damage cost will hit $160 billion

Earlier this morning, Presidential Aide Don Mebus and Past RI Director Greg Podd hosted a strategy conference call with governors from Districts 5930, 5840, 5890, 5910 and 6200 in Texas and Louisiana to develop a cohesive response.

A Gulf Coast Disaster Relief Donor Advised Fund (DAF) has been established by Greg Podd and President-Elect Barry Rassin through The Rotary Foundation to collect relief contributions. Don and Greg are working with leaders from the affected districts to create a process for disbursing DAF funds to their respective district foundations or local 501c3 organizations to support local relief efforts.

If you would like to help please go to the following link: https://www.rotary.org/en/rotary-districts-collect-emergency-funds-hurricane-harvey-victims
If you would like to make a contribution by credit card please go to the following link: https://www.your-fundaccount.com/rotary/HowToContribute.asp

The Name of the DAF (Donor Advised Fund) is The Gulf Coast Disaster Relief Donor Advised Fund. The Account Number of the DAF (Donor Advised Fund) is 608
ShelterBox, Rotary’s partner for disaster relief, is providing tents for use as ‘privacy tents’ to be pitched within the convention centers housing families that have been evacuated.
Please direct inquiring Rotarians to the web story on Rotary.org for the most up-to-date information or to contact RI by writing to relief@rotary.org.
Attached is an information sheet regarding this established fund. Please share this information with your fellow Rotarians and Rotary Clubs.

Thank you in advance for any assistance you can give

To open the Donor Advised Fund document, click or copy and paste this link into your browser:
https://clubrunner.blob.core.windows.net/00000050077/en-ca/files/homepage/donor-advised-fund/Combined-Relief-DAF-and-Ways-to-Contribute.pdf

This file can also be found on the Zones website home page, www.RotaryZones24-32org in the Download File section.

H. Dean Rohrs
Rotary International Vice President 2017-18
19233 69 A Avenue, Surrey, BC. V4N 6K4
Ph: 604-836-1454
Dean@cbrplus.com

Governor's message - September 2017

Posted on Sep 04, 2017

Fellow Rotarians

September has arrived. We are now two months into our 2017- 2018 Rotary Year!

I have visited 34 Clubs to date with only six more left to be on track of reaching out to the Membership of 7810

I would like to take this opportunity to say THANK YOU to all the AG's for taking time out of their personal schedules to accompany me on the Club visits,

working with you and the Club Presidents has created an open positive dialogue as we move forward.

Special Thank you to all of the Club Presidents for preparing for our visits and making us feel WELCOME

Committee chairs are working incredibly hard to get established. I am pleased to announce that we do not have a District Committee that does not have International

Representation or at least five members! KUDOS to all for making this happen so quickly.

On August 12 in Fredericton we had the beginning of a new Visioning for our District with Adrian DeCoo of District. The next step is to send out a survey monkey asking members in the district for input, after this information is correlated we will be asking for members to come forward to create a team to develop a strategy on moving our vision forward.

The newly established Finance Oversight committee has established a meeting schedule monthly with the District Treasurer to review monthly invoices and disbursements.A proposed budget has been circulated by Bruce Woods thirty days prior to the conference.

District Grants have been signed off for 2015- 2016 with RI and the 2017-2018 have been approved by RI with Clubs receiving notice of their application acceptance.

The Manual of Policy and Procedure has been circulated by PDG John Carkner for review thirty days prior to the Conference for District input by the membership.

GOTOMEETING has been utilized to the extreme. Special accolades to Terry Gaudet for teaching us to be efficient with the technology. There are monthly meetings with

Presidents, AGs, Governor line. Committee Chairs will begin meeting in September. Committees are using this technology to communicate on a regular basis KUDOS to all who are embracing this new way of communication in District 7810

I am pleased to be part of a Foundation Initiative partnership with District 7820, AMAZING opportunity to work together for the enhancement of Rotary Foundation. This announcement at the District Conference will bring a new excitement to our District. Rotary Making a Difference..

District Conference is fast approaching and I am proud of the Rotary Club of Chatham for the efforts they have put forward to make this conference informative and fun.

We are a small District of MIGHTY ROTARIAN'S with BIG HEARTS.

Quote Vince Lombardi:

We are going to relentlessly chase perfection

Knowing full well we will not achieve it

Because nothing is perfect

But we will relentlessly chase it,

Because in the process we will catch excellence.

Thank you for all you do in the name of Rotary.

From the Desk of DG Iris

ROTARY LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE SESSION OCT 28TH TRURO

The Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) is a series of one-day courses offered to help refine a Rotarian's leadership skills and increase their base of knowledge about Rotary. Courses are fun, topical, interactive, and geared toward busy business, professional and community leaders who want to become more knowledgeable Rotarians and more effective leaders in their vocation and their Rotary club. It is open to all Rotarians but is especially beneficial for newer Rotarians.

You can find out more about RLI and the various sessions by checking out our on line resources. Experienced Rotarians are the leaders of the sessions and you will meet others from clubs all over the Atlantic region.

The fall session of the Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) will be held Oct 28, 2017 in Truro. We are planning to offer all Parts of the training if enough Rotarians register for each. On-line registration is available by clicking this link. Don't delay as space is limited for each Part.

Participating in RLI has proven to be the defining moment for many Rotarians. Join us in Truro.

RI Toronto Convention June 21 -June 28, 2018

Hi folks

The Rotary International conventions in Toronto is creating a lot of interest . Already there are 10,000 Rotarians from around the world registered. For Rotarians in Districts 7820, 7810 and 7790 here is a worry free comfortable way of attending the convention. Attached is package that has been prepared for me by Target tours of Prince Edward Island a very professional and experienced company in the tour business. I asked them to put together a package that will provide bus transportation to Toronto and return, hotel accommodation at the Chelsea hotel,( one of the excellent RI host hotels close to the convention site) , transport daily to and from the convention sites from the hotel and a city tour of Toronto. The attached document gives the specific details and costs depending on the number sharing a room. Participants can be picked up here on PEI in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick and arrangements can also be made for anyone in Quebec or other parts of D 7790 to join in as well ( those costs are not listed) . the package will need at least 30 participants to make this a go and the deadline for booking is September 30 after that rotary will release the block of rooms.

Please have this broad cast to every Rotarian in your district, put it on your district website and on your face book page. this is a great opportunity to experience the convention, enjoy the fellowship of other Rotarians and do so in a cost effective way, worry free manner. Please contact Target Tours if you have questions or direct them to me and I’m be happy to get an answer for you.

Come and Join Linda and I and experience rotary at it’s best.

Rotary DG Visit to Perth Andover

Posted on Aug 21, 2017

These photos are from the DG's visit to the Perth Andover Club on August 21, 2017

Rotaract Shelter Box OHW Parade Float 2017

Posted on Jul 30, 2017

Pictures of the Rotaract Shelter Box in the Woodstock Old Home Week Parade

DG Iris at the Houlton Club with Woodstock Club

Posted on Jul 24, 2017

District Governor Iris at the Houlton Club with Woodstock Club President Gary Stewart and Houlton Club President Matthew Nightingale on Monday, July 24^th

District Governor Iris visits the Rotary Club of Sackville

Past President Josh Cormier welcomed DG Iris Sullivan to Sackville's 7:15 morning meeting. He also invited any Rotarians that wished to join with Board members in meeting with her after breakfast.

DG Iris Sullivan, of the Rotary Club of Chatham, was introduced by Pam Harrison. This is the 8^th club she has visited this week !

A short video was shown of 2017-18 RI President Ian Risley introducing this year’s Rotary theme - “ Rotary: Making A Difference.”

RI has a strategic plan with three strategic goals which are : Support and Strengthen Clubs; Focus and Increase Humanitarian Service; Enhance Public Image and Awareness.

Iris also reported that climate change is a big issue for President Ian: he has asked that during the period from 1 July 2017 to 22 April 2018 each Rotarian plant one tree.

Iris commended District 7810 for their Polio Plus fund-raising efforts; having raised $256,000 (including matching funds) our district, in proportion to size, is second in the world.

A special invitation was issued to Rotarians to attend the District Conference to be held 22-24 September at the Rodd Miramichi River Hotel; there is a special conference room rate of only $139.

Next year’s RI Conference will be held in Toronto and the District is looking for a Conference Chairperson. This will be a great opportunity for Canadian Rotarians to attend an international conference. Some group tours from N.B. and P.E.I. are being planned.

Iris was thanked by Wynn Meldrum for her inspiring presentation.

The meeting closed with the Four-Way Test.

Members then adjourned outside for a group photo celebrating “Canada 150.”

District 7810 Governor

Silvana Bosca DG 2018-19

Exciting Rotary Friendship Exchange Expansion

Posted on Apr 05, 2017

ROTARY SERVICE AND ENGAGEMENT

Greetings from Evanston! My name is Molly Block and I am excited to

introduce myself as the Rotary Friendship Exchange Coordinator.

RI President-elect Ian Riseley, with the support from the RI Board of

Directors, has made the newly expanded Rotary Friendship

Exchange program one of his main priorities and is encouraging all

districts to participate in 2017-18. Learn more about the expanded

guidelines through this handout.

Our records indicate that District 7810 has not yet appointed a

District Rotary Friendship Exchange Chair for the upcoming

Rotary year. District chairs support the Rotary Friendship

Exchange program by planning and coordinating all aspects

of exchanges at the district level. By appointing a chair, you

will be providing an opportunity for members in your district to

experience a different culture, broaden their international

understanding, foster goodwill, explore their professions in a

different context, build longstanding friendships, and establish

a foundation for peace and service.

We are looking for someone to volunteer as District Chair

for this position.

Best wishes in the coming Rotary year,

Molly

Any Rotarian that is interested please contact Iris Sullivan directly.

Iris Sullivan

District Governor Elect

Chatham

Phone: 506-352-0905

Email: irissullivan9@gmail.com

Invitation to Dinner

Posted on Mar 28, 2017

To all Rotarian's in District 7810

We are pleased to invite you to

a Buffet Diner in honor of our

PETS CELEBRATION

We have the honor of hosting Mary Beth Growney Selene

Saturday April 22nd, 2017

Fredericton Inn, Fredericton

5:00pm - 7:00pm

Cost: $20.00 per person Partners INVITED

RSVP by April 14th

Council on Legislation Makes Historic Changes to Rotary

Posted on Jul 31, 2016

Like a corporation, Rotary is governed by a Board of Directors lead by a President. Every three years however, with a nod towards a Parliamentary form of government, Rotary meets in a forum called the Council on Legislation. 2016 was such a year and the Council on Legislation met last week April 11-15.

Governor District 7810 2016-2017

Virginia (Ginny) Joles - DG 7810

It is truly an honor and privilege to serve Rotary District 7810 as 2016-2017 District Governor! Jerry and I are blessed to have many wonderful individuals to work together on our District team. I am so excited about the opportunities that await us as we go into this year!

We are fortunate to have had such wonderful leadership in the past. I extend whole-hearted thanks to Wayne and Sylvie Wornes, as well as Mike and Francine Walsh, for their dynamic leadership, guidance, and training during this past year! Going forward, they have agreed to help strengthen Youth Services, Training, and Membership.

I am very excited to be a part of Rotary International President John Germ’s “All Star Team.” That is what he calls his group of District Governors who will be serving humanity with him. John and his wife, Judy, are from Chattanooga, Tennessee. He has a huge heart and will be an amazing leader for our organization. He chose three simple, no-nonsense words to be the theme for his year: “Rotary Serving Humanity.” He is not concerned with how many meetings you attended as a Rotarian, but asks you to make a small difference in your community, one day at a time.

I have asked our club presidents to establish some very important goals for their clubs and to pair up with another club, to adopt a twin club, meet new Rotarians, exchange ideas, take action and make a difference. Our district also has some lofty goals for next year. I am certain that together, as a team, we can accomplish all of those goals.

Some of my personal goals are to grow membership, support our youth, celebrate The Foundation’s 100^th Anniversary, and keep our members informed and involved. And, I encourage you to be passionate, involved, and eager as we begin this year’s Rotary journey.

In closing, thank you for being a Rotarian! I am thankful for all that you do to give back in your communities. And, I am thankful for your confidence in me and look forward to meeting with you soon. Please know that I am here for you. I am only a phone call or an email away.

Virginia R. Joles

District Governor 2016-2017

Rotary International District 7810

207-762-8461 or 207-227-5673 (cell)

The Passing of the Banner

It has been a fantastic Rotary year, what an experience, I would highly recommend this to anyone. Now, you do have to love driving and not sleeping in your own bed most of the year but I was with my wife so it was allowed, lol. So many great Rotarians, events and fellowship. Too many to express here. The memories will always be there for Sylvie and I as we create more in our journey. The District was strong before we took the helm and is stronger moving onto the next Rotary year. We are so blessed to have so many qualified, carrying, and Service above Self Rotariansin this Rotary District.

We did have to say farewell to a few long serving Rotarians and friends as they were called to the Rotary meeting in the sky. They will also forever be in in our thoughts. We sent the Banner onto Presque Isle to continue the great work, Virginia "Ginny" Joles and Jerry, we wish you well and know the support will continue.

Perth Andover Rotary Club spruce's up Community Garden

Posted on Jun 26, 2016

Several Perth-Andover Rotarians along with some friends of Rotary gathered recently at the Community Garden located on the Andover Elementary School grounds. They did a beautiful job in “sprucing” up the gardens for everyone to enjoy. Thanks to everyone for a job well done!

Alberta Wildfires and Support for Fort McMurray

https://atbcares.com/bcart/add/cause/124-889886024RR0001 copy and paste link if clicking does not work.

Rotary District 5370 Charitable Foundation has been set up as a way for Rotarians and the public to donate to the relief of Fort McMurray. The Alberta Government will match 15% of funds donated to maximum of $1000 per donation.

The Canadian and Alberta Government has stated they will match dollar for dollar money donated to the Canadian Red Cross, http://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/fort-mcmurray-federal-response-red-cross-1.3567828.

We wish all affected by the Wildfires in Alberta, health and safety and send our thoughts and best wishes.

District 7810 PETS-SETS-Area 3 trainings

Training by Area

Training of the following categories are to be done by Area. (FOUNDATION / MEMBERSHIP / PUBLIC IMAGE and YOUTH SERVICES)

Attached please find a schedule of these training sessions. If you did not attend the one in your area at the time it was held, or are unable to attend the session in your area when it is to be held, then you should attend a training session that will fit your time schedule.

These training sessions will last from 1:00pm until 4:00pm.

RI Director/District Governor letter – Council on Legislation

Dear District Governors,

On April 10 the 2016 Council on Legislation (CoL) will convene to act on PE 16-98, which proposes amending RI Bylaws to add that RI "supports the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions to mitigate the humanitarian crisis of global warming."
Past RI Director Mary Beth Growney Selene, has asked me to send you this letter (attached as a pdf and copied below) in which she asks:

"…your district's clubs to support this proposed enactment and ask your district's delegate to the 2016 CoL to vote
yes, and speak in support of its passage.”

Please direct any questions, comments or concerns to kdkhands@me.com or paulr@esrag.org, of the RC of Madison, WI, in which this proposal originated.

Thanks in advance for forwarding Rotarian Growney Selene's letter to your District's CoL delegate and requesting their support.

Yours in service,

Karen D. Kendrick-Hands
Going Green Fellowship, Co-Chair
Member, Rotary Club of Madison, District 6250
kdkhands@me.com
313.600.1670
www.esrag.org
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March 22, 2016

Dear Fellow Rotarians,
Last year, I was proud to help District 6250 forward Proposed Enactment 16-98 to "support the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions to mitigate the humanitarian crisis of global warming" to the 2016 Council on Legislation. I am asking your district's clubs to support this proposed enactment and ask your district's delegate to the 2016 CoL to vote yes, and speak in support of its passage. I am joined in that request by the undersigned fellow PDG's and other concerned Rotarians.

In my opinion,all of the rationales in the attached Purpose and Effect statement are still true and even more compelling. 2015 was Earth's warmest year by the widest margin on record; [http://www.ncdc.noaa.gov/sotc/summary-info/global/201512]. At the United Nations Climate Change Conference, COP 21, held in Paris, December 2015, 193 countries came together to affirm the dangers of climate change and commit to greenhouse gas reduction strategies to keep temperature rise below 2 degrees centigrade. The Paris Agreement even anticipates a role for Rotary International as a "non-party stakeholder of civil society . . . to support actions to reduce emissions and/or build resilience and decrease vulnerability to the adverse effects of climate change . . . " Sections 134 & 135.

Climate change's profound impacts will adversely affect Rotary projects in all of the Areas of Focus, impeding and frustrating current efforts, including completing the eradication of polio, and undoing much of our past service legacy. Additionally, the very existence of dozens of Rotary Clubs in the Small Island States is threatened by sea level rise.

Too often, we as Rotarians don't appreciate the esteem in which Rotary is held around the world, the pivotal role we can play in responding to global crises, and what a difference it will make to have Rotary proactively leading the effort to support action on climate change. Rotary is the ideal forum to lead the depoliticization of responses to the looming humanitarian crises that climate change will bring. Implementing solutions is consistent with advancing our efforts in all the Areas of Focus.

PE 16-98 is not a change in policy, but an expansion of opportunity for Rotary to lead. No Club or District will be compelled to act, but PE16-98 does clarify that Clubs and Districts will be allowed to act under the Rotary Banner to work to mitigate and adapt to climate change if they choose.

Rotary's leadership on climate change embodies Rotary's finest value of Service above Self and will increase our relevance and value to the next generation of Rotarians, the young professionals who are vital to our organization's future.

As Paul Harris has challenged us: "Whatever Rotary means to us, to the world it will be known by the results it achieves." Supporting Climate Change action is wholly consistent with the values at the bedrock of Rotary International. For additional details, please contact Paul Riehemann, paulr@esrag.org and Karen Kendrick-Hands,kdkhands@me.com, members of the RC Madison, WI, USA and co-founders of the Environmental Sustainability Rotarian Action Group.

Thank you in advance for your support of PE 16-98.

Best Regards,
Mary Beth Growney Selene, PDG, Past Rotary International Director, 2013-15

Additional Signatories:
Mary Van Hout, DG 6250, Wisconsin & Minnesota, USA 2015/16
Dean Dickinson, PDG 6250, USA CoL Delegate 2013-16
Dick Stevens, PDG 5340, California 2012/13
Abdulla Salih, President, RC Male, Maldives 2015/16
David Brawn, PDG 9675, Australia 2010/11
Peter L Moralée, PDG District 1220, Great Britain 2013/14. Vice Chair of The
Sustainability Trust
Rodney Huggins, PDG 1090 Great Britain, 1987/88, Member-at-Large, CoLs
2005-08, 2009-13
Terry Knowles, PDG 1040 (then 104), Great Britain 1981/82
Gabrielle Back, Ass't DG1060, Great Britain, 2015-16
David Warren, PDG 6250, USA, 2014/15
Robert R. Stroud, PDG 6250, USA 2012/13
Chuck Hanson, PDG 6250, USA. 2011/2012

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Rotary Clubs meet at The Castle in Perth-Andover

Posted on Mar 21, 2016

On February 22nd, The Rotary Club of Perth-Andover hosted the Rotary Club of Florenceville at The Castle Inn in Perth-Andover.

Prior to the meeting, a group of young students from the Sistema program gave a very entertaining performance. At the conclusion of the meeting Dave Halpine, Director of the local Sistema program, gave an excellent and informative slide show presentation. On behalf of the Club, Cheryl Reed, President, presented Dave with a cheque for $2000. Rotarian Marianne Bell, Club Foundation Chair, assisted with the presentation. We thank District 7810 for a matching grant to assist with the program. We were very pleased to help the children grow in their love of music.

We also celebrated Rotary's 111th birthday (Feb. 23) with a birthday cake. It was a most enjoyable evening of Rotary fellowship.

Perth Andover Rotary Club holds Paul Harris Recognition Banquet

Posted on Mar 21, 2016

At a well-attended banquet on Saturday, March 12, Donald Dickson and Rotarian Marsha Lang, were made Paul Harris Fellows by the Rotary Club of Perth-Andover. Both recipients are well known for their volunteer work in the community. Making the presentation was District Governor Wayne Wornes and Club President, Cheryl Reed.

Fredericton Clubs celebrate Rotary's 111th Anniversary with Flag Raising

Posted on Feb 22, 2016

On a sunny February morning the Rotary Flag was raised at City Hall by Mayor Brad Woodside far left to mark the 111th Anniversary of Rotary. 3 Fredericton Clubs were represented, left to right David Balmain, President of Fredericton North Club, Jean Street, President of Fredericton Sunrise Club, John Carkner Past District Governor, Sunrise Club and Tim Porter, President Elect of the newly formed Hanwell Club. The flag will remain flying until March 1st. Happy Anniversary Rotary.

World polio Update

There are nine weeks to go until the globally synchronized switch from the trivalent to bivalent oral polio vaccine, an important milestone in achieving a polio-free world.

Perth-Andover Rotary Club Donates to Project in Guatamala

Posted on Feb 17, 2016

At the February 8th meeting of the Rotary Club of Perth-Andover, President Cheryl Reed presented a $2000 (US) cheque to Carl Young, President of the Rotary Club of Fort Fairfield for the GIIVE Project (Guatemalan Infrastructure Improvement Venture). The project will improve sanitation and water infrastructure in the villages in Monterrico, Santa Rose and Guatemala region. Several clubs from Area 1 have partnered to raise funds for the project. Also pictured is Kevin McCartney, member of the Rotary Club of Presque Isle and member of the organizing committee for the project.

Joigniez ma quête pour la paix

Posted on Feb 14, 2016

https://clubrunner.blob.core.windows.net/00000050216/en-ca/files/homepage/quête-pour-la-paix/2016-02-08_CIP_Joigniez-ma-quête-pour-la-Paix_par-Anton-Polsterer_Blog_FR.pdf

Quest for Peace

Posted on Feb 14, 2016

Join my quest for peace
By Past District Governor Anton Polsterer, District 1910; Past Chair of Inter-Country Committees worldwide

I want to share my experience in a multi country district aﬄicted by war, speciﬁcally civil war, and how Rotarians and Rotary clubs can help re-establish mutual understanding and goodwill. Our eﬀorts can help heal the wounds caused by political and civil unrest by creating a climate, which renders future conﬂicts diﬃcult and hopefully impossible.

I joined Rotary in Vienna in 1986 and transferred to the Rotary Club of Moscow while working in Russia
from 1989-92. Later, after moving back to Austria, I became District Governor for Bosnia & Herzegovina,
Croatia, Hungary, Slovenia and Austria. After years of war and totalitarian government rule, these communities longed for freedom and peace.

Our district had 130 clubs with more than 5000 Rotarians. We represented ﬁve diﬀerent nationalities and languages. Croatia and Bosnia were heavily hurt by the Yugoslav civil war in the 1990s: Bosnia and Herzegovina had a pre-war population of 4.5 million people including Orthodox Serbians, Catholic Croatians and Bosnian Moslems. During the war, close to two million people, almost 50% of the population was displaced within their own country to create “ethnic” regions.

Download the rest of the story. https://clubrunner.blob.core.windows.net/00000050216/en-ca/files/homepage/quest-for-peace/2016-02-08_ICC_Join-my-quest-for-Peace_by-Anton----------------Polsterer_Blog_EN.pdf

Saint John Rotarian Posts Rotary Banner Atop Mt. Kilimanjaro

Posted on Jan 28, 2016

Rotarian Norm Purdy had the ultimate Rotary Make Up Meeting on the peak of Mount Kilimanjaro. He left behind one his club's Rotary banners. Congrats to Norm on reaching new heights and for spreading the word about Rotary.

Perth-Andover Rotary Club Christmas Tree Pick Up

Posted on Jan 28, 2016

The Rotary Club of Perth-Andover conducted their annual Christmas tree pickup on Saturday morning, Jan. 9. Upon completion of the job, a time of fellowship and a hot meal was provided by fellow Rotarians.

Rotarian Mike Bolster and his enthusiastic group of helpers collected the trees.

Rotarians Malcolm Grant, Louiselle St. Amand, Ron Cummings and Cheryl Reed braved the cold weather to collect discarded Christmas trees, which were headed for the shredder to be turned into mulch. For more than 30 years, the Rotary Club of Perth-Andover have been providing this service to the community.

Rotary Club of Grand Manan's Win Win Fundraiser Contributes $100,000 to Local Charities

It's a major milestone!! The Rotary Win Win has now paid out $100,000 in prizes and that means we have also contributed $100,000 between the "Charities of the Month" and Rotary projects on Grand Manan. Thank you Grand Manan!!!

Clubs Recognized for Donations to Polio Plus Program

Posted on Jan 17, 2016

District Foundation Chair Rick Rogers and PDG Mike Walsh presented certificates of appreciation to the Rotary clubs of Floranceville, Presque Isle and Perth- Andover for their financial support to the ‘End Polio Now’ campaign. As of 2015, we can celebrate year one of Nigeria with no reported cases of polio, leaving only two countries – Pakistan and Afghanistan. We are getting very close!!!

Rotary Club of St. Stephen-Milltown to Celebrate 96 Years of Community Service

The Rotary Club of St. Stephen-Milltown is proud to celebrate its 96th birthday this month. It was chartered in January 1920 and sponsored by the RC of Saint John. Here's to a long career of service to the community!

St. Stephen/Milltown Rotary Club's photo.

#1 Canadian Experience for Rotary Youth Exchange Student

Posted on Jan 03, 2016

Wish List!!! When an exchange student comes to Canada they often want to have the “Canadian experience” which involves - lots of snow and a HOCKEY GAME. On Sunday afternoon (December 6) Louie (Sackville) and Pam joined Carlos (Moncton) and Andrew to watched the Moncton Wild Cats’ game. The game went into overtime so they got to experience the ‘peak hockey stress’. Thanks to Andrew for providing the tickets.

Rotary Club of Machias, ME Inducts Therrien, Welcomes District Governor

Posted on Jan 03, 2016

Machias Town Manager Christina Therrien was inducted into the town’s chapter of the Rotary at the weekly meeting of the club Tuesday, November 3rd. Therrien accepted her Rotary pin, demonstrating a commitment to "service above self." The town official’s membership was sponsored by Wayne Peters, program coordinator for the group. The club was also visited that night by Wayne Wornes, governor of the Machias club’s district, and his wife Sylvie. The Rotary is an international civic group organized into smaller districts; within Machias’ district are 40 "very successful" clubs, 10 of which are in the U.S., Wornes explained. Machias’ district is one of the smallest in the global organization, with around 1,200 members spread across what is one of the largest districts geographically.

The visit was part of a regional tour by Wornes, who shared that a program designed to connect Rotary clubs through online webinars would be operative next year. He also announced an exciting project meant to spark more interaction between clubs within their district and to encourage Rotarians’ interest in conferences and Rotary leadership by bringing training and local discussion within a reasonable distance of the clubs. Wornes lamented that the Rotary doesn’t get enough nominations at the district level for governors, and not for lack of suitable candidates. In order to be eligible for governorship, one must be a chapter president for two years, at which time a club can nominate its president. After a nomination is accepted, it is a three-year process before a candidate can become a District Governor.

The District Governor brought with him a speech by "Ravi" Ravindran, president of the Rotary International, an inspired appeal to members to "be a gift to the world," which is also the organization’s theme for 2015. Being a Rotarian is not just about the giving of money and resources, but giving of yourself, Ravi said, illustrating the Rotary International’s appreciation of "the difference between a handout and an outstretched hand."

Pictured from left to right: Rick Rogers, Wayne Peters, Christina Therrien, Wayne Wornes, and Machias Rotary Club President Paul Gaddis

Merry Christmas/Happy Holidays

We Wish the best of the season to all in District 7810. Sylvie and I have met and reconnected with so many great Rotarians and citizens of the world this year and we would like to take the time to say "Thank you for your Service Above Self", we know that because of you, your community and the world will be a better place to live in". Rotary strives to be an all encompassing organization so if this is not a time of celebration or if your beliefs celebrate a different method, than that is the beauty of Rotary and please take this time to "Be A Gift To The World".

Happy Holidays for Fredericton Sunrise

How Rotary Works

Hi Wayne - “once upon a time Mike and Francine came to Sackville to a PHF event and met Jeff from Community Forrest International. So Jeff got invited to speak at the District Conference in Dieppe on Sunday morning. Many Rotarians were impressed and invited Jeff to speak at their clubs over the next few months. Jeff spoke at Lowell’s club last week, he was a big hit!!! In Presque Isle Lowell told me they were donating $1,000.00 to Jeff’s project and wondered if Sackville may want to match their donation”.

And that my friend is how Rotary works!!!!

I am amazed by Rotarian’s power to make things happen, and very proud to be a Rotarian. Pam

World polio Update

Polio this week of November 25, 2015

World polio Update

In 2015, wild poliovirus transmission is at the lowest levels ever, with fewer cases reported from fewer areas of fewer countries than ever before. In 2015, 57 wild poliovirus cases have been reported from two countries (Pakistan and Afghanistan), compared to 305 cases from nine countries during the same period in 2014.

Pakistan: One new wild poliovirus type 1 (WPV1) case was reported in the past week, with onset of paralysis on 1 November. It is the most recent WPV1 case in the country, from Kamari town, Karachi, Sindh. The total number of WPV1 cases for 2015 is now 41
Afghanistan:. No new wild poliovirus type 1 (WPV1) cases were reported in the past week. The most recent case had onset of paralysis on 27 October, from Nangarhar. The total number of WPV1 cases for 2015 remains 16.

Countries	YTD 2015		YTD 2014		Total 2014		Onset Most Recent Case
Countries	WPV	cVDPV	WPV	cVDPV*	WPV	cVDPV	WPV	cVDPV
Pakistan	41	2	259	20	306	22	Nov. 2015	Dec. 2014
Afghanistan	16	0	21	0	28	0	Oct. 2015	N/A
Nigeria	0	1	6	23	6	30	July 2014	May 2015

* 1 case not reported.

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Rotary Club of Chatham holds Rotary Chili Cook Off

Posted on Nov 10, 2015

Pictured is Rambha Pershad, owner of the Fundy Line Motel and Restaurant, Florence Preston, cook at the Fundy Line, Shawn Cripps, president of the Rotary Club of Chatham. The Rotary Chili Cook off was held during the Association of Professional Engineering and Geoscientists of N.B. Pumpkin Fling. Five restaurants participated Tim Horton's, Mirawood Cafe, Fundy Line Restaurant, Rodd Miramichi Hotel, and Mike's. Each person paid $5.00 to taste each chili and vote for their favourite, $500 was raised for the Anglophone North School School District Science Program. The chili's were numbered one to five and in the blind taste test Fundy Line Restaurant won. They now have the plaque and Bragging rights as the best chili on the River for 2015. Out of the seven year history of the contest Fundy Line Restaurant has won three times. Thank you to all the Restaurants who donated their delicious chili and we hope to see you again next year.

Chatham Rotary Club donates to Cardiac Wellness Program

Posted on Nov 10, 2015

The Rotary Club of Chatham donated $500 to the Miramichi Cardiac Wellness Program. Pictured are Shawn Cripps Club President, Dr. Zbigniew Nowak, Medical Director, Cardiac Wellness Program and Kristen Copp Program Coordinator.

Leaders to attend District 7810 training and learn about collaborative Future Visions Grant

Posted on Oct 28, 2015

PRESQUE ISLE – During the weekend of November 13-15, 2015, Area One Rotary Club leaders from Caribou, Fort Fairfield, Fort Kent, Limestone, Mars Hill, Presque Isle, and Washburn, along with nearby Rotary Clubs from Houlton and New Brunswick will be gathering at the University of Maine at Presque Isle to learn more about Rotary International (RI) and the process required to be in compliance as a Rotary Club.

After the Saturday training on November 14, the Area One Future Visions Committee will host an informational dinner and silent auction fundraiser for Project GIIVE (Guatemalan Infrastructure Improvement Venture). The public is invited to join Rotarians at the Presque Isle Fish & Game Club, 583 Parsons Road, beginning at 4:30 p.m. for a vegetarian and beef stew dinner, $15 per person, and to hear more about a Future Visions Grant being jointly drafted by Area One Rotary Clubs and several New Brunswick Clubs.

Julia Phelps, Rotary International Director, will bring a welcome and direct message of how Rotary International, even a local Club, is a “Gift to the World.” Peter and Carolyn Johnson from the Rotary Club in Yarmouth, Maine, will tell about projects they have seen in Guatemala and how this involvement changed their lives. Carolyn serves as RI Assistant Coordinator for Zone 32, southern Maine and New England, and recently visited the proposed Project GIIVE communities while overseeing ongoing activities aligned with literacy, work with primary teachers, and small water projects funded through grants received by Districts in Zone 32.

Rotary District 7810 Governor Wayne Wornes and Foundation Chairperson Rick Rogers will also address Rotary’s emphasis on water and sanitation issues.

The planned Future Visions Grant is proposed to meet the needs of a village near the city of Monterrico, Guatemala, in cooperation with the Guatemalan Rotary Club La Ermita. The project funding goal for this initial project is about $50,000 with the implementation performed in stages and Future Visions GIIVE Projects will continue to be developed for years to come.

The initial request will be for water filtration devices to provide safe drinking water and eco-stoves to provide healthy home cooking facilities. The grant would also include improved sanitation facilities with eco-toilets. The GIIVE group of Rotary Clubs is planning to submit its grant application by July 2016. If approved and funded, the clubs will be sending Rotarians and vocationally-trained individuals to Monterrico, Guatemala, in the Spring of 2017.

The informational event will be held at the Presque Isle Fish & Game Club, 583 Parsons Road, Presque Isle, Maine, from 4:30 to 7:00 p.m. Tickets for the event are $15/person. Silent Auction items will consist of authentic Guatemalan apparel, jewelry, coffee and other items. Proceeds from the evening will be given to the Future Vision GIIVE 2016 Project. To RSVP, please contact Kevin McCartney at rotary7810futurevision@gmail.com or 207-492-4766 by November 8, 2015.

The Presque Isle Rotary Club maintains a membership of approximately 100 individuals and is part of a world-wide organization of community volunteers. The Slogan of Rotary is “Service Above Self” and the club seeks to live up to this ideal to support a variety of causes for the betterment of the community.

Anyone who is interested in learning more about Rotary and its ideals can visit www.PresqueIsleRotary.org or contact any Rotary member.

Sussex Rotary club inducts three new members

The Rotary club of Sussex continues to grow through friendship, commitment and service to their community, Congratulations.

Special Foundation Recognition for the rotary club of Sussex

Rotary Club of Sussex NB, President Rob Driscoll receives a banner from the RI Foundation for recognition of the club's contribution to the foundation. Only 1500 of the 360000 clubs receive such a recognition, Congratulations

Your District 2015-2016 Team

Your Leadership Team can be found on the District clubrunner site under Organization chart

Joint Annual Meeting

The Rotary Clubs of Perth-Andover and Fort Fairfield held their joint Annual Meeting at the Larlee Creek Public House in Perth-Andover on June 25. Rotarians and their spouses/partners enjoyed a delicious meal and a special time of fellowship.

The combined Annual Meeting is a longstanding celebration of the Rotary year by both clubs. Each club presented member awards and recognitions. District Governor Mike Walsh presented Perth-Andover Rotary Club President Margie Brooks with the Presidential Citation, one of three awarded in District 7810 for the 2014-2015 year.

Special guests included District Governor Mike Walsh and wife Francine, District Governor-Elect Wayne Wornes and wife Sylvie, District Governor-Nominee Ginny Joles, Past District Governor Pat Perry, Area 1 Assistant District Governor (ADG) Floyd Rockholt, and

Area 1 Immediate-Past ADG Nancy Fletcher.

Clubs are Busy with Fundraising Activities and Community Projects

Posted on May 23, 2015

Many of the Clubs throughout the District are busy with a variety of fundraising activities and community projects. Get all the latest updates on our District Facebook page. Don't forget to like our page and the pages of our clubs to share all the great things Rotarians are doing throughout New Brunswick and eastern Maine. http://www.facebook.com/district7810

Rotary Club of Presque Isle - clean up

Rotary Club of Newcastle - Rotary Spring Fest

Rotary Club of Fredericton Sunrise

Clubs Celebrating Milestones, Anniversaries and Paul Harris Recognitons

Posted on May 04, 2015

Check out the District Facebook page (like it if you don't already) for updates on all the good work and recognition that is going in our Clubs.

http://www.facebook.com/district7810

NS Rotarians Recognized for Volunterism

Posted on Apr 10, 2015

CONGRATULATIONS & THANKS

The Municipality of Cumberland County; Mike McLellan presented “Certificates of Recognition” for countless hours of volunteer work to Carrie White, Pam Harrison, Dara Legere, LouAnne Berry, P J White and Charlene Daborn.

Dara Legere was recognised by Nova Scotia’s Premier, the Honorable Stephen McNeil, MLA at a 41^st Provincial Volunteer Awards Ceremony luncheon held at the Weston Hotel, Halifax on April 7^th.

SVHS Interact Club

With great pleasure Margie Brooks, President, Perth-Andover Rotary Club, presented the executive of the SVHS Interact Club with their charter on February 8.

Guatemalan Future Vision Project

Kevin McCartney, Rotarian from the Presque Isle Rotary Club, gave a very interesting and informative presentation at the Feb. 8 meeting of the Perth-Andover Rotary Club. He spoke about a Guatemalan Future Vision Project that is in the initial planning stages. Representatives of the Rotary Clubs of Presque Isle, Caribou, Fort Fairfield, Mars Hill and Limestone have formed the organizing committee. He welcomed interested Rotarians from our club to join them.

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