Maria Ortiz, Program Coordinator for Connect & Contact, an initiative aimed at supporting individuals facing food insecurity, mental health struggles, and housing instability through hands-on culinary training.
Maria will share how Connect & Contact provides a low-barrier opportunity for participants to learn cooking skills, gain confidence, and reconnect with the community. Led by professional chefs, this program empowers individuals who are often overlooked, allowing them to develop new skills while being monetarily reimbursed for their work.
This inspiring initiative not only helps individuals gain practical experience but also works to improve food security in the community.
🇨🇦 VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY – CANADA DAY & WESTSIDE DAZE BOOTHS!
The Westside Celebration Society has invited our club to participate in two major community events this summer — and we need your help to represent Rotary!
We’re invited to host a free 10x10 booth in the Family Fun Zones at both events to share what Rotary does and engage with families through interactive, non-commercial activities (no selling or fundraising).
📍 Canada Day – Monday, July 1, 2025 Location: Memorial Park Booth Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM (setup 7–9 AM)
🎈Includes family games, inflatables, foam parties & food trucks!
📍 Westside Daze – Saturday, July 12, 2025 Location: Memorial Park Booth Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM (setup 9–11 AM)
🎉 Optional: Participate in the Westside Daze Parade (10:30 AM)
✅ What We Need:
Volunteers to help staff the booth on July 1 and/or July 12
A fun, family-friendly activity we can offer at our table
Someone to take the lead on organizing Rotary’s participation (planning, setup, coordination)
If you'd like to volunteer or are interested in taking a lead role, please email Queena at westkrotary@gmail.com.
Let’s come together to make Rotary visible and active in the heart of our community this summer!
CALLING FOR GUEST SPEAKERS
We are looking for speakers for our upcoming Rotary meetings! If you know of an individual, organization, or company that would be interested in speaking to our club, we’d love to hear your suggestions.
Our meetings are a great opportunity to learn, connect, and be inspired by people making a difference in our community and beyond. If you have ideas or contacts for potential speakers, please let us know!
Thank you for helping us bring engaging and meaningful discussions to our Rotary meetings.
2025 Rotary International Convention
June 21-25
Calgary
The 2025 convention theme is "Magic All Around," and from the moment you arrive, you'll feel it. The one-of-a-kind connections and friendships. The people with different backgrounds, experiences, and points of view. The energy of thousands of members with their spirits, hearts, and passions together in one place, creating lasting impact and changing the world. That's magic!
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