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District 5080
Governor
Rampur Viswanath
Welcomes You
| Posted by Sandra Roberts on May 16, 2012
Dear District Conference Guests and Fellow Rotarians,
Binota and I are pleased to extend our greetings and very best wishes to you as you participate in this 2011-12 district conference. We wish we could share in each of the more than 500 conferences around the world this year, but that is just not possible. However, with the able leadership of your governor and the district conference committee, we are confident that this will be a very special and memorable experience for you.
The district conference is a wonderful tradition and a great opportunity to share information and learn about the projects and activities of other Rotarians in your district and around the world. While our clubs are the heart of Rotary, it is at the district conferences where club members can become even more aware of the ways in which Rotary is making the world a better place.
When Binota and I began our life of service through my local Rotary club, we had no idea where our desire to serve would lead us. It is the same for all Rotarians, as none of us knows where service will lead. Rotary has accomplished so much, yet the world needs us more today than ever. I encourage you to renew your dedication to your clubs, your district and Rotary --to Reach Within to Embrace Humanity. At the International Assembly I said, "In order to achieve anything in this world, a person has to use all the resources he can draw on. And the only place to start is with ourselves and within ourselves." As you participate in your district conference, I ask you to remember why you chose Rotary and let service to others continue to motivate you.
We wish you an informative, inspirational, fruitful and enjoyable district conference.
Best regards,
Kalyan Banerjee
President, Rotary International, 2011-2012
| | Posted by Sandra Roberts on May 01, 2012
President Kalyan Banerjee asserts that every Rotarian in every club should have a role to play within the club. Therefore, bringing a new member into a club is only the beginning of the task in helping him/ her to get involved. New and old members can find ways of becoming more involved in Rotary service. Rotarian Action Groups provide these opportunities. Rotarians can then provide their skills and expertise an develop their interests to make a difference. These groups bring Rotarians from every part of the world together in the common effort to improve life. Up Front features actress Martha Foster, founder of Living Earth TV. This foments cultural exchange through films. Documentaries in diverse languages give the public access to the lives and cultures of people in many parts of the world. Her work, helped by the Wilmette and Hyderabad clubs, brings these documentaries to high school and college classes in India and the U.S. The ROTARIAN interviewed Ed Liss of Somers, NY. (We note a Paul Harris pin on his lapel). His unique collection and restoration of juke boxes, with music specific to their vintages, was the topic. He is doing a computer program that will allow Rotarians worldwide to tune in on his wide variety of music. It all originated as a hobby during his NYC boyhood.
| | Posted by Sandra Roberts on May 01, 2012
CALL FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST TO PARTICIPATE ON A ROTARY FRIENDSHIP EXCHANGE TEAM with D4510 in BRAZIL Our D5080 plans to travel to Brazil D4510 in February, 2013 District 4510 will return the visit to us: June 3,4,5 in Spokane; June 6,7,8 in Colville attending District Conference, June 9,10,11 possibly one Canadian Club, June 12,13,14 and then into Coeur d’Alene or nearby club for a last stop on June 15,16,and 17, 2013. District 4510 has invited 8 to 10 persons, either couples or singles to visit. The team will be responsible for their transportation to and from the district and some costs during the exchange. The exchange will involve 10 to 12 days and participants will stay with 3 to 4 host clubs. Details on time etc. will be determined when teams are established. This Call for Expression of Interest will open on May 20th, 2012. Applications will be received electronically on Revised Form 2.3 (attached to this email) by the Chair person for RFE for D5080 (Linda Krahn = LindakrahnRFE@gmail.com between May 20th and June 3rd. The applications will remain active for a 14 day period following the Closing date – June 3rd. During this 14 day period, the applications will be evaluated as per the points tallied and the candidates with the most points will be informed of their appointment to the team. Once an applicant has been informed that they have been successful in being appointed to the team, they will be provided with a form to submit (electronically) along with a head and shoulders picture, a biography of no more than 225 words (one biography per couple or single) which will be used to introduce the member to the team and hosts, and a $100 per person Team deposit for first time team members or an $80 per person Team deposit for repeat members who already have an official RFE name tag/badge . For more information, contact RFE Chair Linda Krahn e-mail: Lrkra73@shaw.ca or LindakrahnRFE@gmail.co or phone 250-639-2176.
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| | Posted by Sandra Roberts on May 01, 2012
CALL FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST TO PARTICIPATE ON A ROTARY FRIENDSHIP EXCHANGE TEAM in 2013 to ACCOMPANY DISTRICT GOVERNOR MICHELLE LEE to a NID in Pakistan Our D5080 Team will travel to Pakistan at the time of the National Immunization Day for Polio - dates will determined between late January and Early March, 2013 as per the scheduling of the NID. District 3272 will receive 8 to 10 persons, either couples or singles from our district. The team members will be responsible for their transportation to and from the district and some costs during the exchange. The exchange will involve 10 to 12 days and participants will stay with 3 to 4 host clubs. Details on time etc. will be determined when we receive notice of the NID day. District 3272 to visit us at a date to be determined. This exchange will provide a unique opportunity to visit Rotarians in Pakistan at their best doing humanitarian work as part of the Polio Plus campaign. Participants will be taking part in the National Immunization Day, as well as, exploring Rotary projects, and experiencing the Pakistan culture as they visit in the homes of local Rotarians. This Call for Expression of Interest will open on May 20th, 2012. Applications will be received electronically on Revised Form 2.3 (attached) by the Chair person for RFE for D5080 (Linda Krahn = LindakrahnRFE@gmail.com between May 20th and June 3rd. The applications will remain active for a 14 day period following the Closing date – June 3rd. During this 14 day period, the applications will be evaluated as per the points tallied and the candidates with the most points will be informed of their appointment to the team. Once an applicant has been informed that they have been successful in being appointed to the team, they will be provided with a form to submit (electronically) along with a head and shoulder’s picture, a biography of no more than 225 words (one biography per couple or single) which will be used to introduce the member to the team and hosts, and a $100 per person Team deposit for first time team members or an $80 per person Team deposit for repeat members who have an official RFE name tag/badge. For more information, contact RFE Chair Linda Krahn e-mail: Lrkra73@shaw.ca phone 250-639-2176.
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| | Posted by Sandra Roberts on Apr 25, 2012
Rotary District 5080 Group Study Exchange Sub-Committee seeks Team Leader for the Group Study Exchange Team to D4510 Brazil The District Group Study Exchange Sub-Committee is now accepting applications for Team Leader for the exchange to D4510 (Brazil) that is scheduled for April 20 – May 20, 2013. D4510, described as an ecological paradise, is located in the mid-western region of Sao Paulo State. Metal industries, textile manufacturing and agriculture including coffee, sugar cane and oranges make this state the economic and industrial powerhouse of the Brazilian economy. A GSE Team Leader application form is attached at http://www.rotary.org/ridocuments/en_pdf/260en.pdf 6L5 Detailed information about Group Study Exchange can be found on the Rotary Website at: http://www.rotary.org/en/serviceandfellowship/makeconnections/groupstudyexchange/pages/ridefault.aspx Applications are due Saturday June 24, 2012 and should be 6L5 or e-mailed:sheilahart@shamailed to Sheila Hart, 2751 Lower Six Mile Road, Nelson, BC, Canada, V1L 6L5 or emailed to sheilahart@shaw.ca.
Interviews will be held on Saturday July 21 in Spokane, WA. Applicants will be notified of the time of their interview and exact location one week in advance. The chosen team leader will participate in the selection of the team members at a later date. Team Leader qualifications: The Team Leader must be an experienced Rotarian, especially in international service, well informed about the home countries (USA and Canada), host country and Rotary. The team leader cannot be a current District Governor, an immediate Past District Governor or District Governor Elect, nor the spouse, lineal descendent or stepchild of the current District Governor, immediate Past District Governor, or District Governor Elect of District 5080. The team leader must be willing to assume complete responsibility for the GSE team and act as the liaison between and the host clubs. The team leader must be prepared to play an active role in the team members’ preparations to ensure they are well informed, motivated and cohesive as a team. The team leader must be willing to serve as the primary contact between the team and Rotary International Travel Service agent and ensure the team has fulfilled all pre-departure obligations. For more information, please contact Sheila Hart at (250) 825-9241 or Vlad Sasarman at (250) 426-6051. | | Posted by Sandra Roberts on Apr 14, 2012
This is a bike ride to raise awareness and funds for the Rotary PolioPlus Foundation, and a way to have lots of fun together.
Riders are starting in Cranbrook and Nelson, B.C. on Saturday June 2nd, and Colville, WA on Monday, June 4th, and riding to the Tri-Cities of Washington. The final leg of the ride will be an escorted ride from Pasco to the District Conference in Richland on Friday morning, June 8th. The refurbished iron lung will escort the ride the whole distance from Cranbrook, as well as other chase vehicles.
The main rendevous point is Spokane, the evening of Monday, June 4th.
The point is to have fun, so the riding days are not usually longer than 55 or so miles. Riders can ride as short or as long as they wish. Riders need not be Rotarians! We are encouraging riders to get sponsor $s per mile. We also need volunteers to help with support of the riders: transportation / mechanical help / aid stations / chase vehicles / home stays / hospitality / general encouragement / finish line enthusiasm!
For more information, please call Lynn O’Connor at (509) 680-2065, or email to colvillesign@plix.com. Please lend your support! | | Posted by Sandra Roberts on Apr 14, 2012
The US Ambassador to Honduras, Lisa Kupiske, along with USAID Director, William Brand, visited the Markets in Tegucigalpa to honor the work of Oneyda Ramirez, on the International Day of the Women. Oneyda is the Educator that is in charge of the Mothers Business Program. We (Castlegar Rotarians)have known her for 10 years and each year her English gets better. She could take over the program tomorrow if she had to, as she has many skills. I have attached a pictures I took of her at work, while we were there. She is talking to Bill Feyrer, Randy and Edgardo with the wall of the dump school in the background. 
| | Posted by Sandra Roberts on Apr 01, 2012
HAVE YOU ALWAYS WANTED TO GO BE A ROTARY VOLUNTEER?
COLUMBIA CENTER ROTARY
Has a Mission that may be of interest to you!!
| | Posted by Sandra Roberts on Apr 01, 2012
Dear Rampur,
Because of your contributions through Rotary Direct, Rotarians around the world are helping to improve health, support education, provide clean water, and build peace. Recurring gifts are the most cost-effective way for Rotary to process contributions, enabling even more support for grants, scholarships and vocational training teams. I want to thank you for your generous and loyal support. I also wanted you to know about a special promotion that will be providing double Foundation recognition points for all recurring contributions between 1 April and 1 July 2012. As an existing Rotary Direct participant (formally known as TRF-DIRECT) you are eligible, and will automatically receive, double Foundation recognition points for all scheduled contributions that occur during the promotion. There is no action required on your part, unless you wish to adjust the amount or frequency of your scheduled gifts. I also invite you to share this exciting opportunity with others. More information will be available at www.rotary.org in the coming days, but I wanted you to be among the first to know. Please help spread the word about Rotary Direct - the easiest, fastest and most secure way to "do good in the world."
Thank you again for your continuing support of The Rotary Foundation and its life-changing programs.
Sincerely,
Brian King, Director of Annual Giving
Member of Rotary Direct | | Posted by Sandra Roberts on Mar 27, 2012
To read about the work of the Castlegar Rotary Interact Club | | Posted by Allan Davis on Mar 25, 2012
As a Rotarian, you are, no doubt, aware of The Rotary Foundation's Six Areas of Focus. This article has a direct connection with4th one - Maternal & Child Health. How might this influence our New Generations members? our Next Generation Rotarians? Could this shape a project for your club - locally of internationally? Take the time to read this...you will see its importance and potential impact.
http://shar.es/fLX5G | | Posted by Sandra Roberts on Mar 24, 2012
Summer Reading Program Kickoff and Book Fair
Barnes & Noble at the Columbia Center Mall in Kennewick, Washington, has agreed to support The Rotary Foundation through a percentage donation of the purchase price of store items.
http://www.clubrunner.ca/Data/5080//HTML/158352//RotaryFoundationflyervoucher2012.docx
This is tied to a local Rotary partnership in a kick-off of the local B&N Children’s Summer Reading Program and Book Fair.
Local Rotarians, local Miss America Organization title holders, and civic leaders are being organized to read to children in the store on June 2, 2012, 11 am to 3 pm. This donation can occur on most in-store only net value purchases including B&N Cafe, which proudly brews Starbucks, throughout the US on June 2, 2012 using a special B&N/Rotary voucher. http://www.clubrunner.ca/Data/5080//HTML/158351//2012RotaryBookfair6VouchersColor.docx
After June 2 through June 7, the voucher donations will continue for on-line purchases throughout the US. Rotarians and friends must use the voucher number at time of purchase to assign the donation.
All purchases with the exception of gift cards, Barnes & Noble memberships, text books and magazine subscriptions, video games, standalone Starbuck’s Cafes purchases, and discount purchasing will be accepted for this program. The accompanying vouchers may be printed and used by Rotarians and friends for this program.
Please contact Kris or Gary Troyer at 509-946-3425 (krisgaryt@gmail.com) for more information. | | Posted by Sandra Roberts on Mar 24, 2012
ANNOUNCEMENT
Club Newsletters, in order to be eligible for the District Competition, should be sent to:
Rotary Newsletter Evaluation Committee, Box 37, Richland, WA 99352
Closing Date: April 30, 2012 | | Posted by Allan Davis on Mar 23, 2012
A slate of new R.L.I. sessions is announced - Parts 1, 2 and 3 will have session in various places around our district. For more and detailed information, please refer to the TRAINING TAB on the BLUE BAR at the top of the home page.
We're sure there's one that fits your needs. | | Posted by Sandra Roberts on Mar 12, 2012
Take a look at this TERRIFIC you tube video produced by Seattle #4 Rotary Club as part of their membership program.
High quality! Very clever!
| | Posted by Sandra Roberts on Mar 04, 2012
Call for District Simplified Grants Now is the time to complete your project planning and begin your District Simplified Grant (DSG) application! Applications may be submitted beginning April 1, 2012. All applications must be received by the District Grants Sub-committee no later than April 30, 2012. District simplified grants (DSGs) are available to Rotary Clubs in District 5080 to fund one-time only humanitarian service projects serving the local or international community. The maximum grant is $5,000 USD, and multiple clubs can partner on a single application to fund a larger project. The matching formula is 1:1, meaning that the District matches the club’s contribution dollar for dollar up to the maximum $5,000 per club. However, if applications exceed available funds, the 1:1 match on a multiple-club application may need to be reduced. A total of $32,697 is available for DSGs in the 2012/2013 program year. Before a DSG grant application is submitted, clubs must send final reports for any DSGs outstanding for the 2011-2012 program year. These reports should be sent to Steve Arneson, Grants Sub-committee chair at 402 Saint Street, Richland, WA 99354-2034 or by e-mail to sarneson@gmail.com. The DSG application form, TRF terms and conditions, objectives and the DSG report form all can be found on the District website. Contact Steve Arneson at (509) 375-1518 with any questions. | | Posted by Sandra Roberts on Mar 02, 2012
Rotary World Peace Fellowships Rotary Centers for International Studies in peace and conflict resolution
How to Apply:
Interested candidates must apply for Rotary Peace Fellowships through their local Rotary club. Use the Club Locator to find Rotary club contact information. If your hometown doesn’t have a Rotary club, try entering the names of nearby cities. You also can try searching for Rotary club websites. If you have difficulty finding or contacting a Rotary club in your area, contact Rotary Peace Centers staff for assistance. Fellowship types Applicants can choose from two Rotary Peace Fellowship options: | Master's degree | Professional development
certificate | | Six centers, seven universities | One center, one university | | 15- to 24-month course | 3-month course | | Study timelines differ according to each university’s schedule | Two sessions per year (January-
April and June-August) | | Up to 10 new fellows at each center each year; up to 60 fellows per year | Up to 25 new fellows in each
session; up to 50 fellows per year | | Two- to three-month practical internship during summer break | Two to three weeks of field study incorporated into curriculum | | Building the leaders of tomorrow | Strengthening the leaders of today |
| | Posted by Gary Troyer on Feb 25, 2012
Randy (Tri-Cities Sunrise Rotary) and Betty Milne have agreed to sell Betty's Book for $18.00 and $5.00 will be donated to Polio Plus for every book sold. This is a great opportunity to get a great book and help eliminate Polio world wide
About the Book
The Blanket of Blessings is loosely based on the author’s great Aunt Angie who came acrossthe country in a covered wagon, came to live with the Indians along the way,and moved on to California in the late 1800’s. Angie lived to the age of 103 and had plenty of stories to tell. The Blanket of the Blessingsis based on just one of them. | | Posted by Sandra Roberts on Jan 31, 2012
Article III of the District Policy Manual reads as follows on Resolutions for the District Conference.
“On or before a date set by the District Governor and being at least 75 days prior to the District Conference, proposed resolutions may be submitted by (a) the President of any club in the District, the proposed resolution passed at a regular meeting of the club (b) the Governor, the DGE, the DGN or the District Advisory Committee. All proposed resolutions must be submitted in final written form to the District Governor. On or before 45 days prior to the District Conference, the Governor shall forward all proposed resolutions to the District Resolutions Committee.
I have estimated that March 25 is 75 days and April 19 is 45 days prior to the District Conference.
Rampur Viswanath
DG District 5080 | | Posted by Allan Davis on Dec 28, 2011
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Dear Rotarians, The time to submit proposed legislation for consideration by the 2013Council on Legislation has passed. This deadline, (no later than 31 December 2011) is strictly enforced. Now, the submitted material is being formatted and readied for publication and distribution to the elected Council Representatives and other voters. Once I have received the documents, I will first carefully read through them and then prepare a presentation which I will make available to clubs and Rotarians in several ways. Following that, I will be available for discussion on any of the points that will be debated at the Council sessions. If your club has an interest in having me attend a club meeting (or Board meeting), please contact me to discuss options. Additional information about and useful tools for the 2013 Council havebeen posted on the Council on Legislation section of the RI website ( http://www.rotary.org/col). If you have any questions about the Council on Legislation, please let meknow. Sincerely, Allan Davis, PDG
District 5080 Representative
2013 Council on Legislation
| | Posted by Sandra Roberts on Dec 03, 2011
The District Foundation Committee has developed this wonderful idea to help END POLIO NOW!! Mission Statement To provide a united District 5080 event to raise funds for local Rotary club charities and the Rotary Foundation, Polio Plus Fund. The visibility of the Rotarians participating in this event will improve local community awareness of Rotary, in addition to enhancing the health of our Rotarians and fellowship among all who participate. Take the Pledge We ask all members in our 61 clubs to take the pledge, “Cure Polio One Step at a Time”.Members would donate $1 for each mile that they run/walk between the start/finish times of this event. A Rotarian my also solicit pledges from non-Rotarians for their miles run/walked. Rotarians that are unable to participate may solicit a surrogate club Rotarian to run/walk for them. | | Posted by Sandra Roberts
Need something to motivate your clubs to consider the younger generation? Want to consider chartering a new club made up of largely young (or young-thinking) folks? Take a look at this! New Generations You Tube | | Posted on Mar 30, 2009
For all you computer fans...want to find where a Rotary District is in the world? Check out this website -originally constructed by and for the use of Youth Exchange people: www.rotary-yep.org Sometimes there will be a problem using certain browsers, but be patient. It's really cool. | | Posted by Allan Davis on Jul 31, 2008
Most of us remember the months of the year, as they normally show on a calendar, but how many have wondered what the month was in the Rotary Year ? |
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District Events
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2012 District Conference
Three Rivers Convention Center - Tri-Cities WA
Jun 06, 2012 - Jun 10, 2012
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Rotary Under The Stars at Arborcrest
Arbor Crest Wine Cellars
Jun 22, 2012 05:30 PM - 09:30 PM
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R.L.I. course Part 3
Comfort Inn University Hotel
Jun 23, 2012 08:30 AM - 04:00 PM
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1st Annual Motorcycle show and Shine
Waneta Plaza
Jun 23, 2012 09:30 AM - 01:00 PM
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RYLA Camp
Selkirk College
Jun 30, 2012 - Jul 07, 2012
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GSE Team Leader Interviews
Jul 21, 2012
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OP-COM Meeting
Jul 27, 2012 - Jul 28, 2012
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YE Inbound Orientation & Board Mtg
Camp Lutherhaven
Sep 08, 2012 - Sep 09, 2012
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Fall District Assembly - Spokane
Sep 29, 2012
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Fall District Assembly - Cranbrook
Sep 30, 2012
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GSE Team Interviews
Spokane
Oct 06, 2012
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OP-COM Meeting
Seattle
Oct 12, 2012 - Oct 13, 2012
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District Council Meeting
Oct 20, 2012
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Paul Harris Society Events throughout District
Nov 02, 2012 - Nov 04, 2012
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District Governon Applications Due
Nov 02, 2012
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Governor Elect Training Seminar - GETS
Nov 05, 2012 - Nov 07, 2012
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Zone Institute
Nov 08, 2012 - Nov 11, 2012
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District Governor Interviews
Spokane
Nov 17, 2012
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Blue Demin Seminar
Seattle
Jan 04, 2013 - Jan 05, 2013
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RI International Assembly - DGE
Jan 13, 2013 - Jan 19, 2013
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District Council Meeting - Team Training
Feb 02, 2013
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PETS - President Elect Training
DOUBLETREE Hotel Seattle Airport
Feb 15, 2013 - Feb 17, 2013
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Rotary's Birthday
Feb 23, 2013
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Governor's Advisory Council
Coeur d'Alene Resort
Mar 22, 2013
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Spring District Assembly & Club Officer Training
Coeur d'Alene Resort
Mar 23, 2013
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Presidential Citation Submission Deadline
Mar 30, 2013
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YE Outbound Orientation
Camp Lutherhaven
May 03, 2013 06:00 PM - May 05, 2013 11:00 AM
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District 5080 Conference 2013
Jun 06, 2013 - Jun 08, 2013
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RI International Convention
Lisbon
Jun 23, 2013 - Jun 26, 2013
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| May 15, 2012 Dear District/Zone leaders, I hope that you are all well and excited as we enter the last quarter of the Rotary year! I am writing to inform you of an important change affecting all contributions from Canadian Rotarians and clubs. | | Mar 15, 2010 A new donation system is now available to all Rotarians! It's called TRF Direct | | Apr 01, 2011 The following Rotarians have passed away in 2011, the second half of the Rotary year. |
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