Our club recently decided to support Shalom Small Homes. Pictured below are President Bruce and members of the club presenting a cheque for $10,000 to founder Janne Ritskes.
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Our club is pleased to welcome new members Angie Ford and Marc-Andre Montpetit to the club. We look forward to their friendship and assistance in improving our club going forward.
An experience of a lifetime: Rotary’s short term exchange program
Reproduced with the kind permission of the North Grenville Times
August 15, 2024
Aaron Windisch and Gavin Cloutier
Gavin Cloutier, a youth from North Grenville, recently embarked on a transformative journey through Rotary’s Short Term Exchange Program (STEP), spending three weeks immersed in the picturesque landscapes of Switzerland. In turn, his Swiss counterpart, Aaron, discovered life in Eastern Ontario.
Gavin’s selection for the program was a culmination of diligent preparation by both himself and his family, who engaged in weekend sessions to ready themselves for the adventure ahead. Upon Aaron’s arrival just in time for Canada Day, he was greeted with the unexpected heat and flat terrain of his new surroundings, which remained unchanged throughout his stay.
During Aaron’s visit, Gavin’s family warmly embraced him into their summer activities, ensuring he experienced the best of Canadian hospitality. A highlight of their itinerary was a memorable road trip encompassing Niagara Falls, Muskoka, and the enchanting 1000 Islands. In Kemptville and Ottawa, the boys undertook a spirited treasure hunt, delving into local culture, sites and history. Of course, there was also time for swimming, fishing and canoeing.
The exchange was reciprocal, as Gavin accompanied Aaron back to Switzerland this long weekend, eager to explore a new country and its rich cultural tapestry. As Gavin prepares to return home just in time for school, anticipation brews to hear about his enriching experiences abroad and the enduring bonds forged through Rotary’s global exchange initiative.
For the second year in a row, our club has earned the Rotary Citation, the most significant award a Rotary club can achieve in the Rotary year. We were 1 of only 11 clubs in our district to achieve this award.
The weather for the 2024 edition of Kemptville Live was great this year. Thousands enjoyed the music and the event. This year's winning ticket number 807 with a payout of $5183. The winner, from the Vancouver area, grew up in the area and still has family here. Pictured are the winner showing his winning ticket stub and past-president Vic presenting his cheque.
Every year, our club provides a pizza night for the campers and staff at the Camp Merrywood Easter Seals Camp. This event is one of the highlights of our Rotary service year, bringing together Rorarians and their families to provide this meal. Pictured below are some shots of our crew getting ready to serve the campers.
The high school year is finished and most graduates are preparing for post-secondary education in the fall. With the end of the school year come the graduation ceremonies and achievement awards This year, our club provided four $1000 bursaries to deserving graduates whose applications closest reflected the criteria set out.
This year's recipients were:
Teresa Ferguson- St. Michael Catholic High School (Presented by Rotarian Anna Van Andrichem-Rochon)
Ellie Kehler, Izzy Stewart, & Owen Wood- North Grenville District High School (Presented by Rotarian Vic Budz)
The Rotary Club of Kemptville is a group of like-minded people working to improve our community and have fun doing it. Ninety percent (90%) of our funds and actions are dedicated to local projects. Local projects we support include the Youth Centre, Camp Merrywood, House of Lazarus, the high school science fair as well as providing bursaries to deserving, graduating high school students.. We also promote local events like the annual Santa Claus Parade. We are part of a 1.2 million member global organization, and we do support some international work. To see who we are follow the link https://portal.clubrunner.ca/1096/Documents/en-ca/10104f36-a94e-48fe-9a4d-a792642d514d/1/
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Rotary commits funds to polio outbreak response in Gaza
Rotary is committing US$500,000 to bolster the initiative, channeling these funds through a dedicated Polio Outbreak Response Fund. This contribution represents Rotary's sustained support to the World Health Organization in combating polio globally.
Beyond truth vs. fiction in the media
Media literacy is crucial for healthy societies. Rotary members are teaching people to think critically about what they see and read
Calgary calls: Going to Moh'kinstsis
For centuries, people have gathered in Calgary at the confluence of the Bow and Elbow Rivers. Now, with its June 2025 convention, it’s Rotary’s turn
Rotary projects around the globe September 2024
Learn how Rotary clubs are taking action in Canada, the United States, England, Italy, and India.
Club provides an antidote to troubled times
The Rotary Club of Springboro (Ohio) reenergized itself by making adjustments to attract new members
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