President Binoy Luckoo with our Keynote speaker Ms Amah Harris
The National Club was filled with the sound of steel drums as we celebrated Caribana!
Our keynote speaker Amah Harris eloquently delved into the vibrant history and cultural significance of Caribana highlighting its roots in Caribbean traditions, its economic contributions and evolution in Canada.
In her presentation "Caribana: A Journey Through Time" she vividly illustrated how the festival has become a powerful symbol of community, identity, and artistic expression.
Through captivating storytelling Amah masterfully blended historical insights with personal narratives and left us with a deeper appreciation for the spirit of unity, resilience, and creativity that defines Caribana!
In the words of our President : "May the spirit of Caribana inspire us to spread goodwill and strengthen our bonds in our community!"
Thank you to IDEA - our Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility Working Group for organizing such an informative and fun event!
Our Speaker Ms Amah Harris telling us how UNESCO recognized the Toronto Caribbean Carnival as a Cultural Heritage Property.
President Binoy Luckoo with Speaker Amah Harris and Nikita Williams - IDEA Champion
Steelpannist Kenn Lewis - the musical vibrations and rhythms created by stick and steel gave us a wonderful taste of Caribana!
President Binoy with Paula Shepard and her guest Rotarian Neil Owen from St Kitts
Sherbourne Health Food for Good Cafe
Grand Opening
John Rider, Board officer; Hazelle Palmer, President & CEO of Sherbourne Health ; Kristin Wong-Tam, member of Provincial Parliament of Ontario;
Joe Goulart, Manager Fund Development Sherbourne Health & Member of our Club
Past President Anny-Sandra Hamel; President Elect Dauna-Jones Simmonds and Vice President Pauline Lyons were present at the ribbon cutting ceremony for the opening of the Sherbourne Health Food for Good Café.
The Rotary Club of Toronto is one of the major donors for this social café that will provide employment to the community they serve as well as serving healthy food options.
This event was well attended by Sherbourne Health management and community leaders including our Club who helped realize a dream of providing fresh healthy food and youth employment training.
The cafe is open!
Rotary Club of Toronto recognition
Beautiful design to recognize donors
Rotary at Toronto Pride Parade
Diversity, Inclusion. That is Rotary.
Members of the Rotary family marched in a spirit of celebration at the Toronto Pride Parade on Sunday June 24th
Family and Friends enjoying the parade
Rotarian Christine Cote
Great banners!
New Member Gilbert Kasule
Gilbert Kasule was born in Kampala, Uganda and now lives in York. He has an adoptive daughter in Uganda.
He graduated from Makerere University, Kampala with a B.A. in International Business and is studying for his Professional CPA designation.
He currently works for the Gusto 54 Restaurant Group. His Interests include cooking, reading, golf, soccer, camping, travel, music and food shows.
President Binoy welcoming our newest Member!
Upcoming Meetings and Events
Wednesday August 7th, 2024
Dinner at The National Club
Please Register with Sarah (admin@rotarytoronto.com)
SAVE THE DATE!
HOLIDAY HAMPERS PARTY ON OCTOBER 2ND
Our club will be hosting this year's HOLIDAY HAMPERS PARTY ON OCTOBER 2ND at the BALMY BEACH CLUB.
The theme will be Oktoberfest so remember to put the date in your calendar. It's a meeting not to be missed!
this wonderful event will support our Holiday Hampers project and all club members and guests are welcome. Details to follow.
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.
