Monday, April 23, 2012

Region A's First Official Meeting

April 15, 2012
On April 15th, representatives from Divisions 3, 4, 5 and 6 came together in London, Ontario for their first official Regional meeting and luncheon to honour Governor Janet Atkinson Des Roches' visit to Division 3.  Several guest speakers were in attendance that updated, informed and energized the members present.  Special Guest speaker, Bonnie Kearns, from Sarnia, Ontario spoke to the group about "why do we volunteer".  Bonnie is the recipient of the Red Cross's Highest Award in Canada for volunteers - The Order of the Red Cross.  Bonnie has volunteered all over the world as a disaster relief nurse and had experienced many situations that we can only imagine.  Bonnie has learned to meet each challenge with grace and humour which was quite evident in her presentation.  She is full of energy and has a spark for life that is truly infectious!  The meeting ended on a very positive, high note indeed!  Thank you to all that attended and enjoyed the fellowship of Kiwanis!
 LG John Patterson and his wife from Division 5
 Attendees at the Luncheon and meeting
 DST Jim Steele
 Gov. Elect Peter Tudisco and Gov. Janet Atkinson Des Roches
 The official installation of LG Brian McKeown - Division 6
 Region A Trustee Allen Ure
 Gov. Elect candidate Hope Markes travelled from Jamaica to attend the meeting and address the members
 Gov. Elect candidate Serg Viau travelled from Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario to attend the meeting and address the members
 Growth Chair, PG Chuck McIlravey "grew" some hair during his presentation
 International Trustee and KI President Elect Candidate Dr. John Button addressed the group
Bonnie Kearns during her laughter filled presentation

Key Club Administrator Firma French
LG Sheila

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