THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

Mailing Address: 96 KING ST. E., OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA L1H 1B6

WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO:

ROTARY – People of Action

Rotary is where neighbours, friends, and problem-solvers share ideas, join leaders, and take action to create lasting change.

We're made up of local business, professional, and civic leaders. 

We meet regularly, get to know each other, form friendships and through that, we're able to get things done in our community. 

It's up to YOU.............Join leaders in our community

Be sure to share this with all of your friends and associates and ask them to get in touch with our Club President Robbie Larocque at 905-576-8500 or our Club Vice President Linda Porritt at 905-626-6386.

You are invited to our next Rotary meeting. You may wish to become a Rotarian. Dinner is on us. Isn't it time to give back to your community?.

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY

is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful

occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of

business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

Rotary Code of Conduct provides a framework for ethical behaviour that all Rotarians can use, together with The Four-Way Test, in their business and professional activities.

ROTARY CODE OF CONDUCT

As a Rotarian, I will

1. Exemplify the core value of integrity in all behaviours and activities

2. Use my vocational experience and talents to serve in Rotary

3. Conduct all of my personal, business, and professional affairs ethically, encouraging and fostering high ethical standards as an example to others

4. Be fair in all dealings with others and treat them with the respect due to them as fellow human beings

5. Promote recognition and respect for all occupations which are useful to society

6. Offer my vocational talents: to provide opportunities for young people, to work for the relief of the special needs of others, and to improve the quality of life in my community

7. Honour the trust that Rotary and fellow Rotarians provide and not do anything that will bring disfavour or reflect adversely on Rotary or fellow Rotarians

8. Not seek from a fellow Rotarian a privilege or advantage not normally accorded others in a business or professional relationship

THE ROTARY FOUR-WAY TEST

of things we think, say and do:

1. Is it the truth

2. Is it fair to all concerned?

3. Will it build goodwill and better friendships?

4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

MINUTES OF  MEETING:  Tuesday, November 1, 2022

                                          Editor:  Linda Porritt

Meeting Called to Order at 7:01 PM: by Past-President David Andrews

Land Acknowledgement:

We respectfully acknowledge that we are hosting this Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood meeting from land within the jurisdiction of Williams Treaties and on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nations, the Anishnaabe, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee and the Wendat peoples. This acknowledgement reminds us of our responsibilities to our relationships and the ancestral lands on which we learn, share and live.

Rotary Grace:  Dave Andrews.

Toast to the King   Linda Porritt.

Toast to Canada: Linda Porritt.

Visiting Rotarians and Guests:  Chief Todd Rollauer (DRPS); Chris Bovie, Director of Communications (DRPS)  

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES:   Nov. 5th Chidinma & Stanley Igboanugo  - Happy Anniversary

SGT AT ARMS:             Tim Dwyre

ACE OF SPADES:        Hilda Finnigan had the winning ticket. She drew the 3 of Clubs. Robert Kipling donated two hard cover table books for the consolation prize.

HAPPY BUCKS:

Larry Hurren - glad to be back, but life is better at the lake.

David Penney - flew to Arizona - had many challenges in the airports

Bill Creamer - volunteered  at the Kids’ Safety Village Hallowe’en event and was amazed by the attendance!

Sue MacKinnon - flew to Vancouver and LA - had challenges at Pearson with delays & luggage. However, there were no problems at all at Vancouver and LA airports. Had a wonderful trip.

Dave Andrews - happy to see our DRPS contacts here this evening.

Linda Porritt - thanks to those who came out for the Planning session on Saturday. Craig is home from the hospital and doing well.

Ted Morrision - squirrels stole the insulation from the top of the hood of his vehicle, and it cost him $112 to replace!

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Dave Andrews

- Board Meeting Nov 3rd 7 pm will be by Zoom as Robbie has a cold.

- Red Barn Bingo Nov 5th Team #1 Linda, Ted, Robbie, Lennis

- Cakes & Hams deadline in two weeks - get your orders in To Ted Morrison.

- Nov 17th. Join District Governor Iosif Ciosa at a Beaujolais Nouveau Fundraiser. Tickets are $85/person. See Calendar on District 7070 website for details. ( https://rotary7070.org )

- Nov. 17th at the Officers’ Mess of the Armouries. Night of 1,000 Dinners to benefit Canadian Landmines Association, Speaker Dr. Alistair Edgar, President of the Association. Tickets are $100. We will have 7 or 8 in attendance. Night of a Thousand Dinners – Canadian landmine Foundation -  hosted by the Rotary Club of Oshawa at the Officers mess of the Ontario Regiment, Simcoe & Richmond Streets. Refreshments at 6 pm . Dinner at 7 pm. Cost $100.00 per person. Please join The Rotary Club of Oshawa for this year's dinner on November 17, 2022  (Cash bar at 6:00 pm followed by Dinner  at 7:00 pm in the Officer's Mess, The Armouries of The Ontario Regiment, Simcoe Street, Oshawa.) This year's distinguished speaker will be Dr Alistair Edgar, President of the Canadian Landmines Foundation and a professor at Wilfrid Laurier University.  He will bring a world wide view given that he has flown over a million miles on humanitarian issues. Ticket price for a wonderful meal in genteel surroundings is $100 with a tax receipt for the amount above cost. Reserve your spot through Past District Governor, Ron Dick  ( ron@rrdfsi.ca ) or Gordon Dowsley  (gdowsley@yahoo.com  905-576-3636). Internet transfer payments can be  made  through  OshawaRotaryClub@rogers.com   Please indicate landmines dinner

-Nov 18th Cobourg Rotary Club’s 100th Anniversary Lunch. Cost is $50/person.

Ted Morrision:

- Kids Against Hunger Food Packing Nov 5th. Be there at 7:30 am if you are helping with table set up. Otherwise attend at 8:30 am, and we should be finished by 12:30 pm, with lunch to follow.

- District 7070 Rotary Foundation Seminar – 9:00 am to 1:00 pm -  Durham Shriners Banquet Hall. We have 5 members registered so far. 1626 Simcoe St N, Oshawa, ON L1G 4X9. This is your opportunity to learn a great deal of information about your Foundation. Learn how money is raised and where it goes. Learn about District grants, what they are used for and how to apply. Learn about Global grants , what they are used for and how to apply. Become Qualified as a club to apply for both District and Global grants. Register here: https://rotary7070.org/event/rotary-district-7070-foundation-seminar/

Hilda Finnigan:

NOV 28 - District Governor Iosif Ciosa Official Visit to the 2 Rotary Clubs in Oshawa – 11:45 am to 1:30 pm, Wendel Clark’s Restaurant, 67 Simcoe St N, Oshawa, ON L1G 4S3. A luncheon meeting. Joint meeting of the two Rotary Clubs here in Oshawa. Please let Hilda know if you are going. Sign up today.

- Need Bulletin Editors for the new year, starting in January

- Saturday, December 3, 2022 at a Gift Raiser for Sharon’s Kids. Breakfast is available between 8:00 am and 10:00 am bring an unwrapped gift for teenagers and get your drive thru breakfast at the Crooked Uncle located at 1180 Simcoe Street North. Sharon’s Kids breakfast and collection of gift donations. The focus this year is ages 13+.. The event is a drive through 8 am to 10 am. Enter the parking lot off of Orchard View

Lennis Trotter:

- Hallowe’en at the Safety Village. 6,000 in attendance. Distributed $3,000 in candy. A great event.

- Nov. 7th is the Kids’ Safety Village Board Annual General Meeting at 2 pm.at the Village.

- November 24 ,25 and 26 & Dec 1,2 and 3 - will need volunteers to setup and be in attendance at the Kids’ Safety Village Christmas event.

Robert Kipling:

 - November 2 to 5 is the Giant Book Sale at the Oshawa Public Library. Please support.

SPEAKER:  TODD ROLLAUER CHIEF, DURHAM REGIONAL POLICE SERVICE

Past President David Andrews introduced Police Chief Todd Rollauer. Chief Rollauer is retiring effective March 31st, 2023 so this will be his last presentation to us as Chief. 35 Years of Service.

Chief Rollauer presented the current trends and opportunities in Durham policing

• Body Worn Cameras - Three year phase-in started in 2021. The challenge is the staffing to collect and store the data.

• Courtice Court Fire - The facility was destroyed by fire in July 2022. A lot of evidence was lost. Divisions who had been working from the location were displaced. A new facility is under construction in Clarington to be completed 2024/25.

• Snapshot: Violent Crime - Robbery is down, but Assault Level One is up. The data will be released to the public for information. The data helps with planning and decision making

• Crisis Call Diversion Unit - Mental health and addictions workers are being integrated into the call centers to assist with call direction. DRPS has 5 nurses who travel with officers. These nurses have been called to help with staff shortages but are currently back working with the Police Services.

• Cyber Crime Unit - Deals with sophisticated criminal activity. Officers with advanced training in identifying and recognizing such crimes (crypto, etc.)

• DRPS Strategic Plan - Are conducting a Community Survey and will hold public town hall meetings. Welcoming community input   www.drps.ca/survey

• Citizens’ Academies - Has been running a number of weeks. Participants learn about policing and the justice system.

• Police Appreciation Dinner & Awards Night (PADAN) - Had been on hold for two years. Raises money for community programs. Awards were given to officers to recognize extraordinary service.

Members had a number of questions for the Chief.

Past District Governor Ted Morrison thanked Chief Rollauer.

Past-President Dave closed the meeting at 8.16 pm.

Meeting finished at 8:16 PM

MORE INFORMATION ON THESE AND OTHER ROTARY EVENTS

NOV  2 – BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING AT 7:00 PM

NOV  5 – BINGO – RED BARN – Evening  - 5 PM – Team # 1 – Linda Porritt, Ted Morrison, Robbie Larocque, and Lennis Trotter

NOV 5 – KIDS AGAINST HUNGER 9 AM TO 1 PM – JUBILEE PAVILLION, OSHAWA

              with Oshawa, Whitby, Whitby-Sunrise , and Courtice Rotary Clubs. Volunteers needed at 7:30 am to help set up.

NOV 8 – Regular Weekly Meeting – 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM . Oshawa Golf Club   

                                                            - Speaker: ROTARY FOUNDATION MONTH – TED MORRISON

NOV 9, 16 AND 23 – Rotary Leadership Institute – PART THREE – 3 Zoom meetings  - 6 pm to 8 pm  - each of the three nights. (You must have taken PART ONE and TWO before you can take PART THREE) Register TODAY: https://rotary7070.org/event/copy-of--district-7070-rli-part-3-feb--10th--17th--and-24th--2021/

NOV  13 – Deadline for order Hams . Get your orders to Ted Morrison.

NOV 15 – Regular Weekly Meeting – 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM . Oshawa Golf Club   –   CLUB ASSEMBLY / ANNUAL MEETING OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD  (INCLUDING THE ELECTION OF OFFICERS FOR 2022-23)  AND THE ANNUAL MEETING OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA- PARKWOOD CHARITABLE FOUNDATION

NOV 17 – Night of a Thousand Dinners – Canadian landmine Foundation -  hosted by the Rotary Club of Oshawa at the Officers mess of the Ontario Regiment, Simcoe & Richmond Streets. Refreshments at 6 pm . Dinner at 7 pm. Cost $100.00 per person. Please join The Rotary Club of Oshawa for this year's dinner on November 17, 2022  (Cash bar at 6:00 pm followed by Dinner  at 7:00 pm in the Officer's Mess, The Armouries of The Ontario Regiment, Simcoe Street, Oshawa.) This year's distinguished speaker will be Dr Alistair Edgar, President of the Canadian Landmines Foundation and a professor at Wilfrid Laurier University.  He will bring a world wide view given that he has flown over a million miles on humanitarian issues. Ticket price for a wonderful meal in genteel surroundings is $100 with a tax receipt for the amount above cost. Reserve your spot through Past District Governor, Ron Dick   ( ron@rrdfsi.ca ) or Gordon Dowsley  (gdowsley@yahoo.com  905-576-3636). Internet transfer payments can be made  through  OshawaRotaryClub@rogers.com   Please indicate landmines dinner.

NOV 18 – Rotary Club of Cobourg 100 th Anniversary Lunch. Cost $50.00 per person.

NOV 19 – District 7070 Rotary Foundation Seminar – 9:00 am to 1:00 pm -  Durham Shriners Banquet Hall

1626 Simcoe St N, Oshawa, ON L1G 4X9. This is your opportunity to learn a great deal of information about your Foundation. Learn how money is raised and where it goes. Learn about District grants, what they are used for and how to apply. Learn about Global grants , what they are used for and how to apply. Become Qualified as a club to apply for both District and Global grants. Register here: https://rotary7070.org/event/rotary-district-7070-foundation-seminar/

NOV  20 – Deadline for order Cakes. Get your orders to Ted Morrison.

NOV 22 – Regular Weekly Meeting – 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM . Oshawa Golf Club   

                                                            - Speaker: ­­­­­Oshawa Rotarian Emmy Iheme – 2023 Ontario Passport

                                                        Games Feb 3-5, 2023  (see: https://www.durham.ca/en/news/durham-region-selected-to-host-2023-ontario-parasport-games.aspx)  (see also: https://cmswebsolutions.com/our-work/durham-region-2019-ontario-parasport-games/)

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP: Go online at www.rotary.org go to the club locator and find a club or clubs near your destination. Or you can add the free App Rotary Club Locator to your phone for instant look up of any club in the world. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Secretary Sue MacKinnon, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.