Thursday, May 28, 2015

Division 3 LG Newsletter 5



One Happy Island
Aruba promotes itself as "One Happy Island" and 335 registered Kiwanians and guests certainly experienced happy times at the 98th annual Eastern Canadian & Caribbean District Convention last week.  There were 244 clubs from 15 countries joined together to support Governor Serge Viau's goals to rejuvenate, eliminate and celebrate Kiwanis.  It was my pleasure to be in attendance to watch as Allen Ure from the Kiwanis Club of Ridgetown was elected Governor of EC&C for 2015-16 - a very proud moment for us in southwestern Ontario to see the Kiwanis International President Dr John Button (from the same Club) congratulate Governor Designate Allen.  The finale of the convention was the hand-off to the Hamilton Committee for the DCON May 12-15, 2016.

Phil Rossy from Eastern Ontario was elected Governor Elect and Bobby Moo Young from Jamaica is now the Vice Governor.  We will be guided by a very enthusiastic team over the next few years.

One Happy District
We are now able to order District shirts thanks to Trustee Sheila Donald and her committee who worked hard to come up with a colour (bright yellow) and design (long or short sleeves; women's or men's) at a reasonable price ($25 Cdn) that would be consistent throughout EC&C.  These are not intended to replace club shirts but rather to give us an alternative and to distinguish us at events such as the International Convention (Indianapolis, June 24-27, 2015 and Toronto, June 23-26, 2016).  The order form is attached (and was sent earlier this week in a separate email along with Sheila's outline describing order and delivery information).

One Happy Division
At the Convention in Aruba, we had 6 voting delegates from 3 clubs in the Division.  We were able to brag about the great things happening in southwestern Ontario and were well represented on the awards podium.

Trustee Sheila Donald received the "Coup de Chapeau Award" 'presented to a District Committee Chairperson based on outstanding work and contribution to the District'.  PLG Bud and Jackie Orr received the "Spirit of Service Award" 'to recognize a Kiwanian for enthusiastic dedication and outstanding service to the District'.  Both nominations were made by Past Governor Hope Markes.  In addition, PLG Bud Orr received a letter of citation from Past KI President Gunter Gasser for service in Building Bridges to the Future for Children.

One Happy Club
Congratulations to the Kiwanis Club of Chatham-Kent for achieving the LG Award for the second quarter.  What sets this club apart from the rest is, in addition to all of the service projects, volunteer hours and interesting programs, they also make a commitment to Kiwanis education and to the Eliminate Project each quarter.

In addition, KC CK is very proud of its 23 Walter Zeller Fellows (4 at the Diamond level) and 16 "Save 100 Families" donations.  This is great news for the club, the Division and much of the success should be attributed to Eliminate Coordinator Mary Alice Marchand.  They have recently surpassed their goal to be a Gold Level Club.

One Happy Coordinator
Speaking of Mary Alice - she and I would like to thank you for your warm hospitality as we toured the District with the Eliminate update.  Even since we started our club visits a few weeks ago, things are changing and we are now over $81 million world-wide.  Division 3 is at 117% of its goal and almost 140% with the Kiwanis Foundation of Canada and Government matches.  That does not mean we can  stop our efforts, though.  As Dr Button said at the Convention, "We are not done until tetanus is done."

One Happy LG
The rejuvenation of the Division continues with a total of 27 new members (with an amazing 13 in Windsor and 5 each in Sarnia-Lambton Golden K and Chatham-Kent).  Sunshine Point Children's Camp is alive and well with a full summer of opportunities planned for campers thanks to the Bad Examples Riders Group, the new members of the Windsor Club and their hard work to achieve community support.

The Way Ahead
With all the happiness in this newsletter, we can't lose sight of our goals and service work.  We still have 4 months to go in this year and there is lots to be done - 4 months of fun, fellowship, fundraising and service.  Clearly The Formula is working locally and world-wide as membership continues to rise, new clubs are opened and existing clubs are strengthened.

Already I am making arrangements for the installation of officers for 2015-16 and if you have a preference, please let me know.  I have two clubs booked already and would be pleased to make arrangements as you are beginning to plan programs for late September or early October.

As you are thinking ahead to the budget for next year, please plan on the same funds to support the work of the LG [although I expect the per member allocation may be a few dollars less].  You will be voting on this at our caucus meeting September 19 and I will give you advance notice of my own budget when it gets closer.

Lots to be happy about right now - and most particularly I'm happy to be a member of Kiwanis - the largest service organization in the world devoted to children.                           

Yours in Kiwanis Service ~

Cathy Telfer, 2014-2015 Lieutenant Governor
Kiwanis EC&C Division 3 - St Clair Bluewater
519-351-4378
ctelfer@sympatico.ca

Interclub Opportunities and Events of Note

There are many opportunities to join with fellow Kiwanians within your own club and within the Division during the next few months.

Date
Event
Contact
Tuesday, June 2

President's Potluck Picnic
Canatara Park, Sarnia
Dick Felton - NOW
rcfdickfelton@gmail.com
(519) 332-3175

Tuesday, June 9

Meeting and Presentation of 65th year Legion of Honour Pin by Dr John Button
John Foley by June 1
Kiwaniscommunication@live.ca
519-566-0636

Wednesday, June 10

30th Anniversary of the Windsor Roseland Golden K with Guest of Honour Dr John Button; tickets - $35
Norm Diffey by May 29
ndiffey@cogeco.ca
519-972-1902

Saturday, June 20

Leader Education for 2015-16 Presidents and Secretaries and anyone else interested in learning more about Kiwanis; $10 to cover lunch
Anglican Parish Hall
16 Church Street
Ridgetown

Cathy Telfer by June 10
ctelfer@sympatico.ca
519-351-4378

Saturday, July 18

100th Anniversary Picnic in the Park sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Chatham Kent (includes cake and refreshments); also serves as the LG gathering for this year so please come and bring children to enjoy the park and splash pad
George Service
georgeservice27@gmail.com
519-354-4825
or
Cathy Telfer
ctelfer@sympatico.ca
519-351-4378

Tuesday, July 21

Kiwanis night at Sunshine Point Children's Camp in Harrow; gather at 5, dinner at 6 followed by campers' presentation

John Foley by July 10
Kiwaniscommunication@live.ca
519-566-0636
Saturday, September 19

District Caucus Meeting at the Active Lifestyle Centre, 20 Merritt Ave in Chatham
Cathy Telfer by September 11
ctelfer@sympatico.ca
519-351-4378

Saturday, September 26

Centennial Celebration with John & Debbie; limited tickets at $65
Gary or June Guyitt
519-674-2805 juniegus@sympatico.ca


I apologize if I've missed any special event in your club or if I've not provided correct information.  Please let me know if you have opportunities for interclubs or anything coming that you would like promoted.

PLG Bud & Jackie Orr, Kiwanis Club of Forest with Past Governor
Hope Markes receiving the "Spirit of Service Award" at the
EC&C Convention in Aruba - May, 2015.


Trustee Sheila Donald, Sarnia-Lambton Golden K with Past Governor
Hope Markes receiving the "Coup de Chapeau Award" at the
EC&C Convention in Aruba - May, 2015.
 
Photo Credits:  Allan McPhee, Sarnia-Lambton Golden K

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