Rotary Club of Victoria Harbourside

Our topic this Wednesday is "Volunteering in Sri Lanka on behalf of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities" Councillor Chris Coleman has a consistent record of serving his community, and his country, in a multi-faceted fashion. In his seventh term on Victoria City Council, Chris has addressed many issues that affect how citizens can improve the communities in which they live. He has been repeatedly recognized for his efforts, including "Citizen of the Year". All visitors are welcome. Venue: Union Club of BC. Time: Meet and greet at 6:30 am, and breakfast starts at 7:00 sharp. RSVP: Feel free to text or email us for more information. info@harboursiderotary.org Text 250-893-0373.

Matt White, CEO of the Victoria Symphony, will speak tomorrow morning at our weekly morning meeting on building community through music. The research is clear: for everyone, but especially for youth, elderly and disadvantaged populations, music can powerfully aid in cognition, resilience and social connection. Through programs and partnerships with local schools and social service organizations, Victoria Symphony strives to make these benefits widely accessible. Learn how music is vital in fostering innovation, inclusivity and social cohesion across our region. All visitors are welcome. Venue: Union Club of BC. Time: Meet and greet at 6:30 am, and breakfast starts at 7:00 sharp. RSVP: Feel free to text or email us for more information. info@harboursiderotary.org Text 250-893-0373. Image: Times Colonist (Victoria)

Wednesday 24 April guest speaker is Bill Lewis speaking on "Hotel Industry in Greater Victoria. STR Impact" The Hotel Association of Greater Victoria serves as the collective voice of hotels within Greater Victoria and its surrounding municipalities. Bill will speak on the health of the industry and the impact of new short-term rental regulations in the province. All visitors are welcome. Venue: Union Club of BC. Time: Meet and greet at 6:30 am, and breakfast starts at 7:00 am sharp. RSVP: Feel free to text or email us for more information. info@harboursiderotary.org Text 250-893-0373.

Wednesday 17 April guest speaker is Martin Segger. "The Future of Centennial Square". Architectural historian and former city councillor Martin Segger, says while it’s time to take “a serious look” at whether Centennial Square is meeting the city’s needs as a public and civic space, the fountain it was designed around has critical historical value to Victoria. Learn more about the history plus the future plans for the square. All visitors are welcome. Venue: Union Club of BC. Time: Meet and greet at 6:30 am, and breakfast starts at 7:00 sharp. RSVP: Feel free to text or email us for more information. 📸 : Times Colonist (Victoria)

40 years of Rotary and still enthused! That's the magic of Rotary! What our members are saying.   "I was lucky enough to join Harbourside Rotary in February 1984, and looking back over the last forty years it is one of the best decisions I have ever made. At the time I owned a very busy Restaurant, with all the challenges that running your own business brings. I found my fellow Rotarians very engaged and helpful whenever I asked for advice ( which was often!)) and very supportive when I decided to test the waters of local government, eventually becoming Mayor of Oak Bay.  My experiences with Harbourside Rotary were many but three that especially stand out are the friendliness of my fellow Rotarians, the interesting, informative and fun meetings and the chance to help young people on their scholastic journeys in life.   Rotary is an international as well as a local organization and I would be remiss if I didn't mention the excitement and interest that I have enjoyed in meeting fellow Rotarian travelers from all over the world. Rotary is a wonderful, organization and in Victoria, we are lucky enough to have a wonderful Club..........Victoria Harbourside. "   Christopher Causton   

Why is Rotary involved in international Projects like Namaste Direct in Guatemala? When we economically empower women, they gain control over their lives, invest in their families, and break generational cycles of poverty. It demonstrates Rotary International and Canada's commitment to gender equality, human rights, and international development. The collective impact on international trade and social forums is immense. Read more in our story section on some of our international projects. #wearebettertogether

Rotary Club Victoria Harbourside is now officially a member of the Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce, and our members look forward to being in the community, learning more about our local businesses and sharing the stories of Rotary International. Just another reason to join Rotary don't you think?

Christopher Causton - an active member since 1984. 'I was lucky enough to join Harbourside Rotary in February 1984, and looking back over the last forty years it is one of the best decisions I have ever made. At the time I owned a very busy Restaurant, with all the challenges that running your own business brings. I found my fellow Rotarians very engaged and helpful whenever I asked for advice ( which was often!)) and very supportive when I decided to test the waters of local government, eventually becoming Mayor of Oak Bay. My experiences with Harbourside Rotary were many but three that especially stand out are the friendliness of my fellow Rotarians, the interesting, informative and fun meetings and the chance to help young people on their scholastic journeys in life. Rotary is an international as well as a local organization and I would be remiss if I didn't mention the excitement and interest that I have enjoyed in meeting fellow Rotarian travellers from all over the world. Rotary is a wonderful, organization and in Victoria, we are lucky enough to have a wonderful Club..........Victoria Harbourside." Interested in learning more about membership - click here https://lnkd.in/gFkEBjvw

Hello! It's that time of year again! Roses Time🌹 We thank you and our charities thank you. Such beauty to help those in need🌹 How’d you like to brighten someone’s day with roses, delivered – for just $45. And help raise some funds? Many of you know I am a proud member of Harbourside Rotary, and for more than 30 years we have been raising funds for local charities and international projects by way of The Roses from Rotary Campaign.  Our goal for this year will be approximately $15,000 for local and international charities.  For just $45, you can order a dozen roses (or more) and have them delivered by a volunteer Rotarian, to someone in the Greater Victoria area (Sooke – Sidney) on Saturday April 13th 2024.  Please see the website for more details on delivery dates. Included will be a personal message from you.  The recipient(s) of your roses will think you are terrific for supporting our charities, and because you sent them roses for no special reason.  Consider sending roses to a spouse or partner, other family members, employees, business associates, or clients and your DOCTOR!. The potential is limitless, and if you order 10 or more dozen, the price is just $43 per dozen.  Feel free to forward this to friends and business associates, with the reminder that, when the site asks for the Rotarian’s name, to please use mine. Order online at www.harboursidestore.ca. Orders are processed securely – all you require is a valid Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or PayPal account. Placing multiple orders is simple – they can be done as one transaction. Here’s where we fund:  https://lnkd.in/gn5aVp5g Thank you for your support for this important fundraising campaign

#greatervictoria #crd I am writing today as a proud Rotarian for the Rotary Club of Victoria Harbourside. Selling roses is one of our top three fundraisers and the money raised goes towards supporting local programs like feeding kids at school (daily) and providing food parcels for seniors (monthly). Some of our current business customers use the Rotary for Roses as a way to send an annual appreciation gift to their clients. It is a double win! You nurture a relationship with your clients AND help support vunerable people in your own community. Sharing this post will make ME super happy (and you all know how much I love happiness). Thanks crew.