The Rotary Club of Toronto
Club 55 -  Founded 1912
June 20, 2024     Volume 111     Issue 24
 
 
Presidential Farewell Dinner
June 19, 2024
On June 19, members toasted President Anny-Sandra Hamel at a farewell party held in her honour. Vice President nominee Pauline Lyons hosted Rotary Club of Toronto members on the beautiful rooftop patio of the National Club. They came to show their respect and support for the outgoing President. The celebration included gourmet foods, games, and a photo slide show of Anny-Sandra’s Presidential year 2023-2024.
 
Past President Jayson Phelps spoke about Anny-Sandra’s successes during her presidential year. The highlights of which were the Tree of Remembrance, the increase in both new members joining the club and member engagement.
 
President Elect Binoy Luckoo expressed gratitude on behalf of the club for Anny-Sandra’s leadership. He spoke about the support members receive from one another and how important this is for the club.
 
Anny-Sandra is looking forward to joining the Past President's club where she will continue to serve the club and the community. 
 
 
Composed by Pauline Lyons
International Dinner Series - Eritrea
As 24 Rotarians and Guests gathered at Maida Restaurant for the return of the International
Dinner Series, the smiles and fellowship signaled it was a HUGE SUCCESS!
 
The Bloor and Ossington restaurant came alive with engaging conversation and shared drinks.
Patrons indulged in a variety of authentic Eritrean dishes including - Shiro, Birsin, Kitfo and Tibsi.
 
To close the evening, we were treated to a wonderful presentation by the Owner
showcasing the roasting process of Ethiopian coffee beans before getting a hot cup of Espresso.
 
Happy to say that if you missed the first dinner, we are already planning the next two dinners
happening in August and September. Stay tuned for the details of those soon!
 
Thank you to Kai, Kaitlynn and Neil for organizing such a culinary delight!
 
Composed by Kai Devonish
Rotarians enjoying the evening!
Roasting Ethiopian coffee
Enjoying the great cuisine!
Amazing Eritrean food!
District Awards
The Rotary Club of Toronto received three awards at the District 7070 Changeover and Awards Dinner on June 20. These are:
 
The Bill and Delphine Patchett Polio Plus Certificate
Given to the club with the highest per capita contribution to the Rotary Foundation Polio Plus Program in its size category.
 
The Devon and Linda Biddle Annual Fund Certificate
Given to the club with the highest per capita contribution to the Rotary Foundation Annual Fund Program in its size category.
 
The Rotary Foundation Trophy Certificate
Given to the club with the highest per capita contribution to the Rotary Foundation Programs in its size category.
President Elect Binoy Luckoo receiving the District awards on behalf of the Club from District Governor John Burns and District Governor Nominee Niecy Dillon-Tyrovolas
Upcoming Meetings and Events
 
 
Friday June 21, 2024 
Changeover 
* Special Edition of the Voice will come out to cover this event *
 
Sunday, June 23, 2024
Misko-Aki Visit
 
Sunday, June 30, 2024
Pride Parade
 
Wednesday Dinner, July 3rd, 5:30pm
Binoy Luckoo Throne Speech
WhatsApp Group
 
We have 75 members on the Rotary Club of Toronto WhatsApp Channel - it's a great way to communicate with each other! Ask to join - any member can add more people to the group.
 
Officers:
President: Anny-Sandra Hamel
 
President-Elect: Binoy Luckoo
Vice-President:Dauna Jones-Simmonds
Treasurer: Jeff Pollock
 
Executive Director: Carol Hutchinson
 
Editor of the week: Brinda Luckoo
 
www.rotarytoronto.com    416-363-0604
 
Charitable Foundation President:
Richard White
 

RI President: Gordon R. McInally
Rotary Club of South Queensferry, Scotland
 
District Governor
John Burns
Rotary Club of Bowmanville
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