Happy Birthday, Rotary.

February 23 is Rotary's 107th birthday.
Rotary began when four men gathered at a downtown Chicago office. Since that time, it has grown into a truly international service group, with more than 1.2 million members in dozens of countries around the world.
Rotary has taken a leading role in the eradication of polio around the world, and as documented in the film "The Final Inch," we're on the cusp of reaching our goal. Polio is now classified as endemic in four countries: India, Pakistan, Afghanistan and Nigeria. It's been nearly a year since India's last documented polio case.
Rotary is also a champion of literacy, clean water, education, health care and many other causes. The Rotary Club of Estevan is a vibrant club, with over 50 members, and a record for outstanding community service. We are proud to support many different causes in the community.
Happy birthday, Rotary, and may we continue to promote its ideals, and celebrate its accomplishments.

Paul Harris Presentations

The Rotary Club of Estevan recognized those who have contributed to the Rotary Foundation during Tuesday's meeting.
Two people were presented with their Paul Harris Fellowships: Charles Olsen and Donna Frank. They donated $1,000 each to the foundation to receive their fellowships.
Other people were recognized for supporting the foundation. Norm Nicol was presented with a one sapphire pin for donating $2,000 to the foundation. Ron Gallaway was recognized with a two-saphire pin for donating $3,000. Patrick Dupuis was presented with three and four sapphire pins. He has now donated at least $5,000 to the foundation. And Ron Areshenkoff and Reynold Bert earned five sapphires for donating $6,000.
Rotary applauds those who have donated to the foundation, which is responsible for so many of Rotary's international projects.

(Pictured, L-R) Charles Olsen and Donna Frank accept their Paul Harris Fellowships from Eric Pullam and Tyler Knibbs.

New members inducted

The Rotary Club of Estevan inducted four members at Tuesday's meeting. Becky Tait, Edie Spagrud, and John and Terri Williams were officially welcomed to our club. They were reminded of what it means to be a Rotarian, why they were invited to our club, and what the expectations will be now that they are members. They have proven to be invaluable members since joining Rotary.

If you are interested in joining Rotary, please contact one of our members.