| Text | Rotary Night at the FireWolves! Join the Rotary Club of Courtice for an exciting night of lacrosse as the Oshawa FireWolves take on the Rochester Nighthawks! We’ve reserved space in the Michelob Ultra Lounge, where we’ll have our own server and a great view of the game while enjoying the action together. Private lounge seating Food & drinks available through our dedicated server Great company with Rotarians and friends High-energy NLL lacrosse Tickets are limited and expected to sell out. Reserve yours here: courticerotary.ca/lacrosse Let’s pack the lounge and cheer on the FireWolves together! 🔥 |
| Text | A huge thank you to Matthew Cronin and Dylan White from @[100064548105004:2048:Their Opportunity] for joining us this week to share their story and mission! Their Opportunity is doing incredible work across Canada, helping ensure that all children, regardless of financial barriers can access the benefits of sport. From national programs to their powerful Giveback model, they’re building stronger, more connected communities through youth engagement. Matt and Dylan also shared their #MemoriesThatMove campaign for Giving Tuesday, where every donation this month is matched, doubling the impact for kids who need it most. We’re proud to promote organizations like Their Opportunity that align so closely with Rotary’s values of service, inclusion, and community. |
| Text | 🌟 Thank you MP Jamil Jivani! 🌟 We were honoured to welcome Oshawa–Bowmanville North MP Jamil Jivani to our Rotary Club of Courtice meeting this week. Jamil shared his personal journey with us, from his upbringing and early challenges to what fuels his passion for public service today. His openness, sincerity, and drive to make a difference were inspiring. We appreciated hearing his perspective on the unique challenges facing our region, including youth opportunity, public safety, and economic development. He also gave us an inside look at some of his top priorities for the riding, and how he’s working to be a strong voice for our community in Ottawa. Thank you, Jamil, for taking the time to connect with us and for your continued service to Durham Region. We look forward to more conversations and collaboration in the future! #RotaryClubOfCourtice #CommunityLeadership #ThankYou #ServiceAboveSelf #OshawaBowmanvilleNorth #JamilJivani |
| Text | We’re excited to announce our new fundraising partnership with Tru Earth, a Canadian company offering eco-friendly alternatives made in British Columbia as a substitute for traditional laundry detergents. Tru Earth’s laundry detergent strips are biodegradable, hypoallergenic, and come in plastic-free packaging recyclable. They’re a small change that makes a big impact both for the environment and for our community. When you purchase Tru Earth products through our fundraiser link https://tru-earth.sjv.io/courticerotary, a portion of every sale goes directly to support the Rotary Club of Courtice and the programs we run locally and internationally. During the month of April TruEarth will be increasing our fundraising split to 25% as a bonus for Earth Month. Your support helps fund important projects like our Thanksgiving meal campaign for families in need, lap blanket donations to local seniors, and holiday drives for mental health patients and food bank recipients. How you can help: 1. Visit our link to shop Tru Earth’s eco-friendly products. 2. Share the link with your friends and family. 3. Make a positive impact by choosing a more sustainable product. Together, we can reduce waste and raise funds for programs that make a real difference. Thank you for your continued support! #RotaryClub #TruEarth #EcoFriendlyFundraiser #CourticeCommunity #SupportLocal #Sustainability |
| Text | A Gift That Deals in Fun and Community! 🎁 Looking for the perfect present for the Euchre lover in your life? Treat them (or yourself!) to a great afternoon at our Charity Euchre Tournament on Thursday, February 8th, 2024! 🃏✨ Event Details: 📅 Date: Saturday, February 8th, 2025 🕑 Time: Doors open at 2:00 PM (play starts shortly after!) 📍 Location: Courtice Community Complex, The Hall 🎟️ Tickets: Just $15 each – available now at www.rotaryeuchre.ca This progressive-style tournament requires no partner, making it perfect for everyone, from seasoned players to those just looking for a fun way to spend the day. Why It’s a Perfect Holiday Gift: 🎁 It’s unique and thoughtful – give the gift of a great experience! 🃏 Affordable fun at just $15 per ticket. 🌟 Proceeds support the impactful work of the Rotary Club of Courtice in our community. Join us for an afternoon of friendly competition, fellowship, and a warm community spirit, all for a great cause. 👉 Get your tickets today at www.rotaryeuchre.ca! Tag your Euchre-loving friends and spread the word! Let’s shuffle up for an amazing day. #RotaryClub #CharityEuchreTournament #EuchreFun #CommunityMatters |
| Text | A Big Thank You to Victor and the @[100043429663439:2048:Bulldog Pub & Grill] This holiday season, our community shines a little brighter thanks to the generosity of our member Victor, owner of The Bulldog. Together, we’re hosting our Annual Food & Toy Drive to ensure every family in Courtice has a reason to celebrate during these challenging times. Victor’s dedication to serving others—both through his restaurant and as a proud Rotarian—embodies the true spirit of Rotary. Let’s rally together and make this year’s drive the most impactful yet! 🎁 Donations accepted until December 22nd 📍 Drop-off location: Bulldog Pub & Grill Your contributions will help spread joy and hope throughout our community. Thank you, Victor, for being a pillar of kindness and a driving force for good! #RotaryInAction #CourticeCommunity #BulldogPub #FoodAndToyDrive |
| Text | Polio Flag Raising with Bowmanville & Courtice Rotary Clubs We had a wonderful day raising the @[100064555939310:2048:End Polio Now] flag at the @[100064674310348:2048:Municipality of Clarington] ! Together with Rotary Club of Bowmanville and Courtice Rotary Club, we continue to support Rotary's mission to eradicate polio worldwide. A special thank you to Mayor Adrian Foster, Councillor Willie Woo, Councillor Sami Elhajjeh, and Councillor Lloyd Rang for their support and participation in this meaningful event. #EndPolio #RotaryClubs #TogetherWeCan #PolioEradication #CommunityService #RotaryBowmanville #RotaryCourtice |
| Text | At our latest Rotary Club meeting, we were honored to welcome Vonette from the Charles H Best Diabetes Centre in Brooklin, Ontario. Vonette shared important insights about the vital work the Centre does to support patients living with Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). We were also privileged to hear from Alex and her mother, Amy, who gave a heartfelt and personal account of discovering Alex’s diagnosis of T1D and how it has impacted her life. Their story of strength and resilience reminded us of the importance of awareness, education, and support for individuals managing chronic health conditions like T1D. The Charles H Best Diabetes Centre offers essential care without fees, helping people of all ages manage Type 1 Diabetes, and we are proud to help raise awareness of their amazing work in the community! #RotaryClubOfCourtice #CharlesHBestDiabetesCentre #Type1DiabetesAwareness #CommunitySupport |
| Text | We were honored to have Steve Rutledge as our guest speaker this week, updating us on his incredible project, "Adopt a Village in Laos." Steve, a dedicated Rotarian from the Whitby Sunrise club, shared his inspiring work in Laos, where he has been making a significant impact for over a decade. Steve founded Adopt a Village in Laos to address the severe lack of clean water and sanitation in rural Laotian communities. Through his efforts, the project has completed over 65 villages with filtered water, built permanent water supplies, and constructed numerous hygienic toilet banks. His work has brought health and happiness to over 40,000 Laotians, significantly improving their quality of life. One of the most touching aspects of his presentation was hearing about the community involvement in these projects. Villagers participate in constructing dams, pipelines, and water tanks, fostering a sense of pride and accomplishment. Additionally, the project includes providing feminine hygiene products, which has greatly improved school attendance for girls in these communities. Steve's dedication goes beyond just infrastructure; he also focuses on education and hygiene training, ensuring the sustainability of these improvements. His efforts have not only provided immediate relief but have also laid the groundwork for long-term health and prosperity in these villages. We thank Steve for sharing his journey and for his unwavering commitment to making a difference. His work is a powerful reminder of the impact that dedicated individuals can have on global communities. For more information about Steve Rutledge and the Adopt a Village in Laos project, visit their website https://adoptavillageinlaos.wordpress.com/ |
| Text | This Wednesday, our Rotary Club took a road trip to the Allison Funeral Home in Port Hope, ON. Our newest member, Melissa Allison, graciously invited us to hold our meeting at her family’s funeral home. Melissa, along with her protégé Ashley, set up the space as it would be for a standard funeral and gave us an insightful presentation about her career as a funeral director. During her classification talk, Melissa shared the responsibilities and requirements of her role, providing us with a deeper understanding of the profession. Her talk was informative, engaging, and filled with humor, making it a memorable experience for everyone. We enjoyed a delicious dinner from the Schnitzel Shack in Port Hope, adding a tasty culinary highlight to our evening. We concluded the night with a private tour of the funeral home, guided by Melissa and Ashley. To top off the night, we savored a thematically appropriate cake from Keira at 7k Bakery, which added a sweet touch to our unique and enlightening meeting. Thank you, Melissa and Ashley, for your hospitality and for providing us with such a fascinating glimpse into your work. We look forward to many more such engaging events! |
| Text | Tonight's Meeting Highlights! We were honored to welcome Renate Merk and Klaus Neunhoeffer from the Rotary Club of Roth (1950) in Germany to our meeting tonight! 🤝🇩🇪It was a wonderful opportunity to share ideas, learn about their club’s projects, and strengthen the bonds of international Rotary fellowship. 🌍✨Thank you, Renate and Klaus, for joining us and bringing a piece of Germany to Courtice! We look forward to more collaborations in the future. 🇨🇦❤️🇩🇪#RotaryInternational #RotaryClubOfCourtice #Fellowship #ServiceAboveSelf #InternationalFriendship |
| Text | Last night at the Rotary Club of Courtice, we had an inspiring meeting featuring Grey Brett, who shared his remarkable journey as a liver transplant recipient and his achievements as a competitive swimmer in the Transplant Games. Diagnosed with Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis in 2005, Grey received a lifesaving liver transplant in June 2015. Since then, he has dedicated his life to promoting organ donation and healthy living for transplant recipients. Grey has competed in multiple World Transplant Games, setting several world records and showcasing the incredible capabilities of transplant recipients Additionally, we had the pleasure of inducting Mellissa Murphy as a new member of our club. We are thrilled to welcome her and look forward to the contributions she will bring to our community. Thank you to everyone who attended including and made the evening special. Let's continue to support and celebrate the incredible stories within our community. |
| Text | 🎉 Huge congratulations to our very own Marie and Ferd for their outstanding recognition at the Municipality of Clarington Volunteer Awards! 🎉 Ferd received the prestigious Clarington Mayor’s Office Challenge Coin, a symbol of appreciation from the Mayor for residents who have significantly impacted our community. Ferd’s efforts in volunteering, advocacy, and education have not only enriched our community but have also set a high standard of civic engagement. We also want to remember Sheila Hall, a former president of the Rotary Club of Courtice and a distinguished member of our community. Sheila's legacy of service and leadership continues to inspire our efforts and reminds us of the profound impact dedicated individuals can have. Marie has been honored as Volunteer of the Year, a testament to her tireless dedication and impactful contributions to our community. Her leadership in various initiatives, from fundraising to organizing community events, has truly made a difference in the lives of many. During the ceremony, Marie's son, Connor, delivered a moving speech about her deservingness of this award. "It is an absolute honor to speak today about a remarkable individual, Marie Visser my mother, whose dedication to service transcends Rotary and deeply impacts our broader community. Marie’s ethos of service was instilled early by her father, Earl, who taught her the value of taking responsibility for the welfare of her community. This foundational principle has guided her through numerous impactful endeavors. Marie’s contributions are wide-ranging and profound: In her Rotary career alone, Marie has led with distinction, serving as President three times and as Treasurer for six years. Her leadership didn't stop at administrative roles; she was also a dynamic New Generations Chair for ten years. Here, she nurtured young minds, preparing them to be tomorrow’s leaders, and she has served on the district committee for youth services, extending her influence and insights regionally. Through education as Chair of the Parent Involvement Committee and Regional School Council for the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board, she influenced educational policies and fostered significant engagement in our schools from 2009 to 2020. In healthcare inspired by personal connections, she has been pivotal in fundraising for Sick Kids Hospital and Grandview Children’s Centre, organizations that provided life-changing care to young Scott, whose resilience in the face of medical challenges inspired Marie further. To support our community Marie has organized substantial financial and volunteer resources, raising over $500,000 to various local and international causes. This includes significant support to: - @[100064405460894:2048:Clarington East Food Bank] - Feed the Need Durham - @[100064329865778:2048:Bethesda House] - Clarington Animal Shelter - Autism Home Base - Durham Region Hospice - @[100064841014716:2048:Epilepsy Durham Region] - RS McLaughlin Cancer Center - @[100068752221023:2048:Ontario Shores Foundation for Mental Health] - Bowmanville Hospital Mammography Screening Refurbishment Marie is also a global changemaker, her vision extends beyond local boundaries, having supported Adopt a Village in Laos, which aids in building sustainable community infrastructure. Additionally, Marie’s leadership and initiative have supported numerous other community enrichments such as: - Wounded Warriors Canada - Terry Fox Foundation - The LOFT - The Gathering Place - Dog Guides Canada - The Highway of Heroes Tribute Her endeavors in organizing community events like golf and euchre tournaments have not only raised funds but also brought our community together in support of these noble causes. As we celebrate Marie today, we celebrate not just her, but also the countless lives she has touched through her dedicated service. Her work reminds us that one person’s commitment can indeed echo throughout the community, inspiring others to join in a shared mission of service. Marie, your unwavering dedication has indeed made our world a better place, and for that, we are immensely grateful. Thank you for inspiring us all. " These awards reflect the spirit and commitment of Marie, Ferd, and all our members, who embody the very best of what it means to serve and improve the community around us. We are incredibly proud to have such inspiring individuals as part of our Rotary Club. Join us in celebrating their remarkable achievements and their continued dedication to making Clarington a better place for everyone. Way to go, Marie and Ferd! Your hard work and dedication inspire us all! 👏 #ClaringtonProud #VolunteerAwards #CommunityHeroes #RotaryClub |
| Text | 🎉 What an incredible day we had at our Euchre Tournament! 🎉 A massive thank you to all 72 players who joined us for an afternoon filled with fun, competition, and community spirit. It was a joy to see so many enthusiastic faces, from seasoned players to new friends, coming together to support a great cause. A special shoutout to our amazing Rotarians who made the event extra special: - @[1069253978:2048:Evan Linnell] for the thrilling "Find The Joker" game, - Connor Visser who ran the Darts competition, - Nancy, for the exciting Toonie Toss, - @[100007753775737:2048:Shannon Lavigne] and @[1291995072:2048:Janice Jones] , who did a fabulous job with the lone hand tickets, - Rachel Boyd from the @[100068568043734:2048:The Rotary Club of Bowmanville] and @[100000344369108:2048:Elspeth Theriault] , who kept everyone refreshed and happy at the refreshment station. And, of course, the event wouldn’t have been the same without a visit from the Goodest Boy in training to be a future Guide Dog. 🐶 None of this would have been possible without the incredible Rotarian Marie Newell Visser , the driving force behind the scenes, ensuring everything ran smoothly. Marie, your dedication and hard work never go unnoticed, and we are so grateful for everything you do. Thank you to everyone who made this event a success. Your participation and support mean the world to us and the causes we stand for. Let’s continue to build a strong, supportive community together. Here’s to many more successful events! #RotaryClub #EuchreTournament #CommunityEngagement #GuideDogsInTraining #ThankYou |
| Text | 🃏 Exciting News: Rotary Club of Courtice's Charity Euchre Tournament! 🃏 Get ready for an engaging afternoon at our Charity Euchre Tournament on February 10th, 2024, from 2-6 PM. Join us in the Older Adults Hall at the Courtice Community Complex, located at 2950 Courtice Road, for a chance to win and have fun! Compete for prizes in 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place, while supporting our community initiatives. Whether you're an expert or a novice, your participation makes a difference. Secure your spot now at www.rotaryeuchre.ca and be part of this exciting event! #RotaryClubOfCourtice #CharityEuchre #CommunityEvent #PlayForACause |
| Text | Lest We forget. Thank you to our Ontario Veterans Affairs Minister, MPP Todd Mcarthy, Regional Chair John Henry, Mayor Adrian Foster, for being here with us today, as we remeand pay tribute to our fallen soldiers. It was a beautiful ceremony. With @[100064822597491:2048:Rotary Club of Courtice, District 7070] |
| Text | Had another great day with our club and friends at the Jays game this afternoon. |