Next Meeting 

At our next meeting on Wednesday, October 15, we’re pleased to welcome Libby Weir, Chair of the District Rotary Foundation. Libby will join us virtually via Zoom to share insights about the Foundation’s impact and how our club’s contributions help create lasting change in our communities and around the world.

Remember: our meetings are open to non-members too! If you have a friend who would like to participate, be sure to invite them.

For those who cannot attend in person, the Zoom login for the meeting is Meeting ID 780 222 3440 Passcode Mayfield

Last Meeting Recap 

At our last meeting, we had the privilege of hearing from Lauren Paul and Twyla McGann from Terra Centre, an organization that empowers teen parents to build bright futures for themselves and their children. 

Their work reminds us how much impact compassion and support can have in someone’s life. From providing resources and education to creating a sense of community, Terra helps young families thrive.

If you’d like to learn more or find ways to support their incredible mission, visit terracentre.ca.

FIO 2.0 Thanksgiving Campaign

As we celebrate Thanksgiving, let’s turn gratitude into action.

While we aren’t hosting FIO this year, we’re proud to launch the FIO 2.0 Campaign, continuing our support for causes that matter deeply to our Rotary family:

• Literacy, nutrition, and mental health programs at Brightview School

• Buski-Lakhani Bursary for students serving in developing countries

• Leads with Seeds forestry and education projects in Honduras

• Medical training and supplies for East Africa

• HEAL International initiatives for health, education, and leadership in Uganda

• WINGS of Providence, helping families escaping abuse

• And much more!

Your generosity fuels this work, creating change both locally and globally.

Give today at CanadaHelps, and share this message with others who believe in making a difference.

Sinkunia Fall Harvest Celebration

On September 27, Sinkunia Community Development Organization celebrated their Fall Harvest, a joyful event bringing together families, youth, and community members.
A big thank-you to our IMPACT Club members who joined and supported this celebration! Your involvement continues to strengthen our connection with local partners and create meaningful impact in our community. 

Jasper Place High School Scholarship

On September 25, our member Jeremiah attended the award ceremony at Jasper Place High School, where our Edmonton Mayfield Rotary Scholarship was awarded. A $1000 award was given to the winner, Grace Spenrath. We will share her application and more pictures soon. 

WEF Project Update

The Worldwide Education Fund of The Dallas Foundation is proud to announce the successful completion of the pilot phase of 11 Bright Beginnings Early Childhood Learning Centers (ECLCs) in Chitral, a milestone that sets the stage for transformative change in early education across the region.

Encouraged by the success of the pilot and the enthusiastic community response, WEF is now preparing to launch 90 additional centers by May 2026.

This achievement is made possible through the generous support of sponsors, including our club.

To learn more about this impactful initiative, visit wefdallas.org

World Polio Day

Rotary’s success in the fight to end polio has always depended on local clubs like ours.

World Polio Day is coming up on October 24, and it’s our opportunity to showcase the progress we’ve made and remind our communities that the fight isn’t over yet.

The district is encouraging everyone to change their social media profile picture that day to show support. Let’s join in and make a visible impact; every small action helps move us closer to a polio-free world.

You can find all the details here.

Upcoming Events

Pints for Polio - Fellowship & Fundraiser

Date: October 24, 2025
Time: 7:00 - 9:30 p.m.
Location: Odd Company Brewing
 

Come share fellowship while sipping local craft beer (and other beverages) at Odd Company Brewing in Ritchie.  $1 from every beer sold will go to Polio Plus - Rotary polio eradication project, where the Gates Foundation matches each dollar with $2.

Bring family and friends for fellowship and to support a worthy international cause to rid the planet of this disease that cripples children.

Food is available for purchase.

Attendees are encouraged to donate $20 to Polio Plus campaign.

Register here.

Lead with Seeds Fall Fundraiser

Date: November 6, 2025
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Location: Blue Chair Café

Join Lead with Seeds for a special evening of community, food, wine, and music, all in support of their education and agroforestry work in Honduras.

Highlights include:

• Curated wine and appetizer pairings from Bin 104 and the Blue Chair Café

• Live music by local artist Beth Portman

• Program updates from Honduras, with a special guest expected to bring greetings from the Santa Rita community

Tickets will be approximately $60 (details to follow in October).

For more information or questions, please contact Roman at rslabyj@gmail.com.

Inclusion Alberta’s Annual Breakfast Fundraiser

Date: November 19, 2025
Time: 7:30 – 8:30 a.m.
Location: Edmonton Inn & Conference Centre

Inclusion Alberta’s Changing Lives, Changing Communities annual breakfast fundraiser is coming up soon, and we would like to fill a table.

This inspiring morning brings together community allies to help raise both awareness and funds in support of individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.

If you would like to attend, please talk to Jeanette. You can find an invitation with full details here.

 

How can we tell our story?      If you are working on a project or event or if you want to share your Rotary journey with others, we want to hear about it. And if you attend an event, take pictures or videos and send them to Victoria. We will use these for social media and bulletin posts.