1. John Webster handed Bill Proctor a cheque for $389.00 from the 50-50 draw so of course Bill was very happy.

2. Darren Sweeney was happy to relate his golfing experience from the week when he managed 2 eagles and a hole-in-one. Witnessed by his wife Rose.

3. Karen Redman related her New York city trip which she and husband Warren took in two Broadway musicals starring great local talent in Hello Dolly and Beautiful- Carole King story.

4. Shawy Fahel was happy to announce he is able to travel to Russia for the FIFA World Cup of Soccer with tickets to the semi-final round.
 

John highlighted all members who were able to attend the tree planting event on May 23 at Huron Nature area.

 

Question Part One: What is the third item in the 4 Way Test? Answer: Good Will & Friendship.

 

Question Part Two: Who wrote Rotary's Four Way test? Answer: Herbert J. Taylor in 1932.

 

1. June 11th meeting to be held at KidsAbility as it is the Kick-off to the Car Draw for 2018.

2. June 9th KidsAbility Fun Day event and Jill is looking for members to assist with the afternoon slot.

3. Peter Gray would like to thank all members who participated in the tree planting event.

4. July 9th is the 'change over' meeting which is to be held at the Registry Theatre.

5. John Webster announced that there are a few more spots open for the RI conference hosting event at his main office in Toronto. Just contact John if interested.

6. Bill Proctor reminded members that he is putting together some information bags so if you or your company wish to get involved then contact Bill. You will need 24 items for the bags.
 

Mary Reilly and Neil Swayze had the first two chances at the new deck for the draw but came up empty. While Ray Taylor was able to draw the first Joker from the deck and win $10.00. So far the draw pot is $44.00

 

Paul Rostrup introduced this week's speaker Brian Breckles, the President & CEO from Junior Achievement Waterloo Region. Brian has a longtime connection with the area as a graduate from Laurier where he earned his business degree while playing football. His presentation began with a video outlining the worldwide organization's impact in preparing young people for work and careers in business since 1919. Being  a hands-on  learning experience with local business professionals etc.; the many programs help to inspire young people to succeed in a world economy. Locally, the JA has had a strong influence in Waterloo Region since 1970 by providing financial literacy, entrepreneurship and work readiness. Their in-class programs are focused on Grade 7 & 8 students with programs of "Dollars with Sense" and "Economics for Success. There is a pilot project at Margaret Ave. P. S. which Brian hopes to then have those students connect in high school with other programs. He finds that students really connect to activities like the 'Stock Market' competition. Since financial literacy is not part of the curriculum; he feels that JA programs fill that gap. Helping students design a business and create a product for sale offers real life experiences which 75% of the students stated were of great help to them. JA also trains volunteers to assist with their programs so any club member interested can contact him for more information.

 

Neil Swayze thanked Brian for his presentation and JA's work in our schools in the region.