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THE ROTOR

 
This Rotor can also be found on the FRONT PAGE OF OUR WEBSITE,
on the right side (where it used to be).
ANNOUNCEMENTS
  • August 12 5:15 P.M. Club Directors Meeting at Pat Dell's - mark it down Directors;
  • August 18th (not the 13th) 6 - 9 P.M., a Backpack Packing opportunity for Regina Rotarians at the Salvation Army's, Haven of Hope (2240 13th Ave);
  • To volunteer for this service opportunity, register your attendance by calling our Sam Berg, Chair, Community Service Projects at 306-545-0681;
  • 50 individuals are required - call Sam to volunteer;
  • August 22nd is the Past Presidents sponsored social, an annual Club picnic at Pat Dell's, more information to come;
  • August 27th - 13th Annual Lyle Piett Memorial Golf Tournament -  you received information from John Van Koll today - please register;
  • Please call Allen Hillsden or John if you have Silent Auction Items for this event;
  • The search for a venue in which to hold our regular weekly meetings is ongoing.
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TRANSFORMING FACES!

President Pat Dell invited Donna Parry to introduce today's Guest Speaker, Rachel Winer. Donna noted Rachel Winer is the Marketing & Engagement Manager, with Transforming Faces (TF). This is a Canadian-based charity established in 1999 which provides "comprehensive care for children born with cleft lip and palate". TF is a unique organization in that it partners with local medical teams to ensure that life-changing cleft care is a service that is accessible to and for all.
    Rachel shared with us the organization's MISSION, which is to: Equip local teams to provide comprehensive cleft lip and palate care that is accessible for all. Together we are building happier, healthier lives for children and families in Africa, Asia and the Americas and beyond. This provides an important understanding of the breadth of their activity which speaks directly to their focus expressed through their VISION - For children with cleft lip and palate is full, inclusion into their community, so they can pursue their hopes and dreams. With this as a foundation, Rachel noted that in 2020, they served 1261 new patients and provided 20,782 treatments. The total of treatments from inception of the program number in excess of 360,000 treatments. We learned that a cleft is the most common birth defect in the world.
    Using Power Point slides, Rachel introduced us to children, in Chile, India and Ethiopia who have benefited from this international partnership which is patterned to the organization's a "Circle of Cleft Care" (CCC). The CCC includes surgery, speech therapy, community engagement, hearing, dental care, orthodontics, parent support, transportation assistance, counselling and newborn nutrition. The CCC also includes Donors, individuals like you and me, who can select this as a personal charity of chose, knowing that 100% of your donation goes directly to the program and the services provided.
    Rachel touched on the CCC's three challenges, namely - Access, Stigma and Resources. In Chile during the pandemic, Government lockdown suspended in-person services causing a backlog of appointments. However, with support provided by TF, facilities were upgraded and it was possible to safely meet the increased demand for in-person care. She also introduced us to an infant in India, where the mother choose not to tell her family that her son would be born with a cleft palate because of the stigma. The mom was referred to a TF local partner where she experienced compassionate care - thanks to the support, mother and family finally accepted their new family addition. In Ethiopia, as in other countries, a cleft can be perceived to be a curse, the burden is one that is often carried by the mother. But again, through the work of TF and its commitment to community based partnerships, comprehensive cleft care was transformational.
    TF is about doing good with others, for others. It is not just transforming faces, it is about transforming lives.
Thank you, Rachel Winer for sharing the TF story and your passion for this work.
Rachel Winer
For more information:
416-222-6581 (Toronto)
888-308-2757 (Toll-Free)
                                                                                                                     
Rotary in Action – Jannine’s Page
The Rotary Foundation is Rotary's one and only charity - and one of the ways the monies raised for it are used is to increase the impact of Rotary service projects with and in our communities in seven key areas of focus. Together these encompass some of the world's most critical and widespread needs.
The Family of Rotary
Pres Pat is completing Committee Assignments:
If you have a preference or need advice on opportunities contact the following for specific information:
  • Club Administration - Donna Parry;
  • Rotary Foundation - Doug Archer;
  • Community Service Projects - Sam Berg;
  • International Service Projects - Peter Peters;
  • Youth Service Projects - Jack Wozniak;
  • Fund Raising - Charles Sadzamare;
  • Membership - John Van Koll;
  • Public Relations - Hans Gaastra;
  • Below is The Garden where five dedicated Rotarians and/or friends of Eastview separated the weeds from the produce. When invited to participate, never decline this opportunity as it is a learning and appreciated activity!
Regina Eastview "The Garden"
FELLOWSHIP HIGHLIGHTS
  • A facial search for proposed Sergeant-At-Arms, Richard Schwan, suggested he was not on the call - a suggested fine for such a misdemeanour proposed by the President was supported by some but not the recorder of this incident;
  • In Richard's absence President Pat kick-started Happy Dollars by announcing that she had $5.00 as she and Glen have been married 26 years today and they are going out for dinner;
  • Charles Sadzamare was happy that it was his Granddaughter's Birthday and he was taking her to The Keg for supper;
  • Gary Carlson was delighted Chandra could attend our meeting today. He also  announced, that as June 30th he has 38 years of Perfect Attendance - even though our Club no longer tracks these achievements - some of us still do - Congratulations, Gary;
  • Allen Hillsden advised that on Tuesday, July 20th, Grace celebrated her 78th Birthday -  Grace, you are proof of "graceful aging" - Congratulations;
  • Doug Mortin told us their twin grandchildren, Tyler and Cecilia, from Ottawa arrived earlier this week, and daughter Andrea, and Cecilia and Tyler's mother, arrived today - this has to be a post vaccination high at the Mortin house;
  • Have a wonderful week everyone - see you next week.
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Philosopher's Corner

“One of the great gifts you can give someone is thanking them for being part of your life.”
                                             Snoopy

Today's guests

We were pleased to welcome our Guest Speaker, Rachel Winer, in addition to Gary Carlson's daughter, Chandra, from Lanley, BC. It was also good to have Visiting Rotarians Bob Durston (Neepawa) and Doug Keam (Regina) adding appreciated Rotary class to our gathering.
 
Thank you all!

Next Meeting Responsibilities

Moderator: President Pat Dell
Host: Hans Gaastra
 
UPCOMING SPEAKERS
Jul 22, 2021 12:15 PM
Rachel Winer
Transforming Faces
Jul 29, 2021
Krishan Kapila
Saskatchewan Visual Arts Project - 2021
Aug 12, 2021
Tanya McCready
Winterdance Dogsled Tour - adventures with huskies
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Board of Directors Meeting
Access Communications Boardroom
Aug 12, 2021 5:15 PM
 
Board of Directors Meeting
Access Communications Boardroom
Sep 09, 2021 5:15 PM
 
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