Guest Speaker, introduced by Gary Nazar. As is often the case, our best speakers come from within the club. Neil Rawnsley is no exception to this. Gary rhymed-off a curriculum vitae that was so detailed that this writer couldn’t keep up. Neil has had so many executive positions on so many business and community boards that it suffices to say that he is a highly accomplished Rotarian and citizen of Victoria. We are fortunate to have a member of his caliber in our Club. Neil spoke passionately on two topics that he is deeply involved in. He had just recently attended PETS (president elect training seminar) and intimated that anyone who has aspirations to become more immersed in Rotary and the ideals that Rotary represent should attend. The opportunity to mix with Rotarians from several states, provinces, and countries is a privilege. The opportunity to spend a weekend learning of the difference R.I. is making in the world and what you can do to bring that message home to your club is also a privilege. Rotary is a team and is ever more becoming a team led by young enthusiastic leaders. A melding of the wisdom of experience and the passionate zeal of youth can lead Rotary to new heights. Neil knows that Rotary truly makes a difference and is reminded of these two statements that pertain to Rotary: Mankind is our business and Service above self. The remainder of the meeting was devoted to the Foundation. Neil noted that our Club includes many Paul Harris Fellows, and he was proud to present additional ones today.

New Paul Harris Fellow: Peter Lawrie, (who joined only this year).
Designated P.H.F. by Rotarians: Tim Ewanchuck (Heather Aked, her 3rd)
Robert Edgell (John Edgell, his seventh); Naomi Francess Hogg (Tom Croft, his 6th).
Multiple Paul Harris Fellow Recognitions:

Ron Cooley P.H.F. +1
Mark Bedford P.H.F. +2
Perry Bamji P.H.F. +2
Tricia Timmermans P.H.F. +2
Ted Chambers P.H.F +3
David Philip P.H.F +4
Rod Sim P.H.F +4
Joan Peggs P.H.F +5
Tav MacPherson P.H.F +5 & +4
Tom Croft P.H.F +5
Lynne Murray P.H.F +6
Major Donors (those who have exceeded P.H.F. +11)
Barbara Bristol Price
Joan Firkins
Ted Harrison.
It is obvious that Neil Rawnsley is passionate about the Foundation and, in his presentation,
proved that there are many more within the Club that share this passion.

Congratulations to all those who received recognition today! Don Coffey thanked Neil for his presentation and for reminding us of the things we do well.

PROGRAMS and DUTY ROSTER FOR MEETINGS 2008
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