President Mary opened the meeting with a toast to Queen, Canada and Rotary and by welcoming everyone. –  In the spirit of truth and reconciliation, she respectfully acknowledged that we are on the traditional territory of the Anishinabek.

 

Guests   Rick Wearing  John and Marion MacTavish Gerri Mar Carol Gibson Bill Rashleigh Maurice McGill John and Susan Brencaglia 

 

Saleem Hall thanked our Club on behalf of the YMCA for our donation to their local campaign. The YMCA provides a number of services to the community, most notably their employment services which help community members find gainful employment, as well as their adult learning services, which teach basic skills required for employment such as math, English, literacy, and communication skills.

 

Next weeks meeting is a Round Table discussion moderated by Ron Strickland on the future of the Club. We will decide on meeting structure , succession and a number of other important aspects essential to the future. Be there if you want your opinion to count.

 

As Debbie Liddle is  retiring from her position as Club treasurer and Rob Saunders is assuming that position we are in need of a Club Secretary. Let Jen S know if you are that person.

 

District 7010 has been approved for a District Response Grant of $24,600 US to supply burn equipment to Mykolaiv Hospital. Thanks to the RC Parry Sound for managing this project.

 

 

Gail MacKay is recovering from a stroke and Hugh Holland is up and walking after his heart surgery.

 

Foundation Draw

 

Hoya Robotics

Ian McTavish and  his robotics crew gave us a demo of their Provincial Champion robot and team. 

The Rotary Club of Huntsville was a sponsor of the Team

 

ian thanked the Club for our continued sponsorship of the Hoya Robotics Team and they look forward to going to the World Championships next year