President Will welcomed all to the Rotary meeting of September 16, 2026.
Bill Sibeon led the singing of the national anthem
Introduction of Guests – Gord Mitchell: Visiting Rotarians Bill Clarke from and Dovena Reid from Australia; Kiwanian Rick Brooks; Karen Pascall, Irene Redwood, Lynne Strickland, Ken Stronach, new member inductee Nina Ross; Guest speakers Stephanie Salmon and Brandy VanGelder, along with Jessica Salmon and caregiver Amanda
Presentation by Kiwanian Rick Brooks to Peter Redwood: Rick presented Peter with a Certificate of Appreciation for assisting the Kiwanis Club with their BBQ events, supporting their back-to-school programs.
Club Business:
Board Meeting: Will Gibson offered information from the recent board meeting: an additional request from the Laos Water Project; The Canadian Film Board request for funding was turned down; a New Member Mentor Program has been set up by Bill Sibeon; an alternative location will be sought for the Peace Pole previously designated for Port Sydney
New Member Induction: Will Gibson officiated at the induction of Nina Semper Ross as the club’s newest member. The club welcomed Nina.
Auction 2026 – Charles Bridle: The canvas packages for the 2026 Auction were handed out. The deadline for the completion of collection of donations is Wednesday October 21, 2026.
Dementia Awareness – Gord Mitchell: Rotary is sponsoring the movie “Dementia Can’t Wait” at Trinity United Church Hall on Thursday Sept 17, register at 6:30
Mayoral Debate – Will Gibson: This Rotary Club and the Huntsville Doppler sponsor a mayoral candidate’s debate at Algonquin Theater on Thursday Sept 17 at 7:30 p.m.