November 5 - 7th Key Leader Event

Hello Fellow Kiwanians!
Between Nov. 5 to 7th, PLG Don Burnard and myself attended the Key Leader weekend at the Circle Square Ranch in Brantford, Ontario.  67 youth attended this event.  I came away from it rejuvenated and full of hope and excitement for our future.  I had a goal for myself for the weekend - to learn about today's youth and to learn to re-connect with them.  I certainly accomplished my goal! 
It was wonderful to see the changes that can happen over just 44 hours.  Youth that were shy when they arrived left as outgoing, smiling people that made new friends, learned how to work as a team, how to take responsibility, how to create a community and learned how to communicate effectively with one another and the people in the world around them.  It is truly amazing how so much can be accomplished in such a short period of time.  4 students attended this event from Sarnia.  Below is a picture of them with PLG Don Burnard and the KI facilitator - Jenny.

Pictured left to right are PLG Don Burnard (Key Leader Advisor) ,Jessica Stevenson, sponsored by the Seaway, Deana Rushon, sponsored by the Sarnia-Lambton Golden K, Facilitator Jenny from KI, Jenny LaFaive, sponsored by the Seaway and Kaitlynn Anderson, sponsored by the Sarnia club. 
Key Leader is a great "value added" program that I would like to see all clubs in Division 3 support.  A commitment to sponsor any number of youth on a yearly basis would be great.  They do not have to be a member of a Key Club.  The sponsored youth can be a neighbour's child, a scout, a guide, a member of your local Boys and Girls club or any other group for youth.  I can't say enough positive things about this program.
The youth of today are the ones that are going to be leading us tomorrow and so it is very important that they learn the skills necessary to fulfill this obligation.  Key Leader is an excellent way for this to be the foundation for them. 
Some examples of true teamwork to get a job done -

Upcoming Events - 
Growth Seminar - London, Ontario - Nov. 20th
Don't forget about the Growth Seminar in London, Ontario on Nov. 20th.  If your club is concerned about sustainability of the club or project then it is extremely important that you send representation to this event.
Information regarding it has been sent to all clubs in Division 3. 

Governor Paul's visit to Division 3 Nov. 21 - 23rd.
The time is fast approaching when Governor Paul and his wife Christiane will be arriving in Division 3.  Let's all do our best to make them feel welcome in our area.  Several meals have been organized during their time with us.  Please make every effort to have your club represented to at least one of these events.  Information regarding all meals has previously been distributed to all clubs via e-mail with the required contact information for each.  Please support me by your presence at one of these events.

Yours in Kiwanis Service,
LG Sheila