Rotary Monthly Themes
 

 Youth Service Month

Rotary Clubs, around the world focus on youth services, Rotaract, Interact, RYLA, Youth Exchange. 

Rotary believes in developing the next generation of leaders. Our programs help younger leaders build leadership skills, expand education and learn the value of service.

 

 

Club Executives & Directors
President
President-Elect
Past President
Secretary
Treasurer
Rotary Foundation
Membership
Public Image/ Relations
Service Projects
Club Administration
Upcoming Events
Speakers
Syed Kazmi
May 20, 2025 7:00 PM
Mine engineer from the Goderich Salt Mine.
NO Meeting
Jul 01, 2025
New Rotary Year - Change over meeting
Jul 08, 2025 7:00 PM
Passing the gavel
NO Meeting
Jul 15, 2025
Meeting Information
Goderich

Service Above Self

We meet In Person
Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m.
Harbour Hill Retirement Suites
104 Suncoast Drive E
Goderich, ON N7A 0A7
Canada
Meetings are the First and Third Tuesday of the month. The 1st Tuesday is 12:00 for lunch and 12:30 meeting portion. The 3rd Tuesday is at 7:00 pm in the evening. Meetings are hybrid, contact club admin to attend by zoom or attend for lunch.
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CLUB RECOGNITION
 
 
 
 
 
 
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WELCOME TO THE ROTARY CLUB OF GODERICH
 
 
 
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Shred-it Event
 
 
 
Spring shredding event - safely dispose of confidential paperwork, old books pretty much anything but metal and environmental sensitive products.
 
 
HEADLINES
(L-R) Lianti Muller, Florence Mayapi, Daniel Mayapi, President Bruce Thomasson
 
Representatives from the Impact Zambia development project provided us with an update on the development progress. They shared the exciting plans for the future of the Life Impact Training Centre. Upcoming projects include the expansion of the facilities, and the introduction of new training programs. They are committed to continuous improvement and innovation, ensuring theCentre remains at the forefront of empowerment and education. The Life Impact Training Centre currently encompasses:
  • Thatched roof multipurpose building with two rooms
  • 2 Borehole (Wells)
  • Kitchen
  • Hostel with 6 rooms and two bathrooms
  • 2 teacher chalets
  • Basic workshop and storage room
  • Toilet block
Looking ahead, the aim is to expand the reach and deepen the impact. While the long-term plan is being put in place, the “Share your Knowledge” training and church leadership development continue on the LITC site as resources allow it. They have developed a seven-year phased implementation plan (2024 to 2031) to move from 50 to 320 students, and to expand the course offering from three to nine over the same period. Over time the goal is to have a self-sustaining institution, underpinned by faith, capable of transforming lives in the Itezhi-Tezhi district of Zambia. This would be offered through vocational skills training while continuing to advance the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The courses identified by the local communities, in addition to spiritual growth, and leadership, as the biggest needs include: bricklayer, plumbing, tailoring, carpentry, catering, electrical childcare, hospitality, welding, entrepreneurship and computer literacy.
Lianti Muller, a former Goderich Rotarian and her mother first began the program in 2012 providing sewing instruction to the women of Itezhi-Tezhi to help them be financially independent for their families and community and has continued to develop the area with the leadership of the Mayapis'.
Their current efforts are to develop a recognized education facility. Attached HERE is the link to the Master Plan for the project. Currently fundraising is underway.
Guest speakers at our regular meeting were (L-R) Kathy Young, President Bruce Thomasson, Jennifer Morris

The Friends of Ball's Bridge & Little Lakes is a community group dedicated to preserving the cultural, historical, and environmental significance of the Ball's Bridge and Little Lakes area in Huron County, Ontario. This area is rich in biodiversity, history, and cultural heritage, including its connection to the Ojibwa, Huron, and Algonquin peoples. The group actively works to protect this space from threats like gravel extraction and to maintain its beauty for future generations.

Ball's Bridge, built in 1885, is a historic structure that has become a beloved landmark. The Friends of Ball's Bridge successfully campaigned to save and rehabilitate the bridge in 2007, ensuring its preservation. The area is also a hub for community events, such as art hikes, open mic nights, and celebrations that bring people together to appreciate its natural and cultural treasures.

Currently the group is launching a defense to the Ontario Land Tribunal against a zoning change that would allow for the licensing of a proposed below-water-table gravel mine that would cover a massive area beside the Maitland River and devour a large area of prime agricultural land in addition to destroying the ecologically sensitive area that includes wetlands and a Highly Vulnerable Area that is both "provincially and locally significant" as well as "significant wildlife habitat".

The group is raising funds to cover the costs to hire experts to mount their defense at the Ontario Land Tribunal to be held from July 3-18, 2025. A silent auction will take place April 16th to April 30  at  Elizabeth's Art Gallery, 54 Courthouse Sq, Goderich in support their efforts.
Link HERE

For more information on FOBBLL see here

 
 
(L-R) Robert Norsworthy, Club President Bruce Thomasson, Marian Lane
The Goderich Rotary Club is pleased to make a donation to support the reconstruction of the Menesetung Bridge. This contribution is part of a broader community effort to preserve and repair this historic landmark, which has been a vital part of the area for decades.  The efforts of the Menesetung Bridge Association is a testament to the power of community collaboration in preserving local heritage and infrastructure.
Presentation by Club President Bruce Thomasson to Kim Burgsma of Trinity Church Fishes and Loaves Program.
"On behalf of everyone who participated in our recent Chili Cook-off event February 15th, it is with pleasure that we presented this donation to Trinity Church's Fishes and Loaves Program. This contribution reflects the generosity of our community and the shared commitment to support those in need. 
We hope this donation helps to further the important mission of providing meals and care to those facing difficult times. Thank you for the incredible work you do every day. It’s truly an honor to contribute to such a meaningful cause."
 
Integrated Youth Wellness Hubs
--Collaborating with Youth to Empower Wellness--
Website Link Here
 
We had the pleasure of having as our guest speaker, Shannon McGavin, CEO and founder of the non-profit - The Well Community Collective. Its mission is to  "Engage rural and marginalized youth and communities to co-develop, co-design, and co-lead the development of low-barrier, stigma-free, integrated care pathways to support timely access to evidence-informed mental health and substance use services to address the social determinants of health." in the Grey Bruce Huron Perth sphere.
Safe spaces for our youth, one stop collaborated health care providers to meet the youth where they are with what they need.  Currently Hubs are located in Exeter and Stratford. Shannon is working with the local community to bring a hub facility to Goderich.
Important Stats - 1 in 4 Canadian youth 15-26 experience mental health and substance use disorders.
Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death among youth 12-24 in Ontario
 
 
 
 
Minor Soccer Shelter and Shed Project
Goderich Rotary is excited to partner with Goderich Minor Soccer in their goal to add an activity shelter and storage shed to the Maitland Sports Field. The new features will support not only the very popular soccer league but also facilitate usage for outdoor fitness classes, youth summer camp programming, special events, the community at large and more.
Your generous gift will make a difference that helps us together reach that goal.
Thank you!
 
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