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Guest Speaker Cam Stewart
Rotary Club of Calgary East member, Cam Stewart was our guest speaker on October 23. Cam spent a good part of his career in the Calgary Police Service and through his involvement with different communities, he become a leader in diversity, inclusion and equity. Cam recently published a book, "It's a good day to DIE", a journy in diversity, inclusion and equity. Cam shared some of his experiences related to DIE that are included in his book. We are fortunate to have Cam as a member of our club.
 
http://camstewart.net/livetodie/
Habitat for Humanity ReStore
Our meeting on October 16 was hosted by the Habitat for Humanity ReStore on Sunridge Way. Lauren Riley and her colleagues gave us a tour of the ReStore. We have a build day planned in June, 2026 and we plan to look at group volunteer opportunities at the ReStore. Habitat for Humanity are always looking for individauls volunteers to help customers, sort donations or build furnture. 
 
http://habitatsouthernab.ca/give/volunteer
Guest Speakers Alex & Marianne
Alex Montiel gave a very informative presentation on the Helping Hands Society of Cochrane and area. They connect with community members who want to help with those that need a hand through volunteer-powered programs like rides to appointments, outdoor seasonal support, emergency meals, and access to free, rescued food.
 
Calgary East Rotarian, Marianne Santopinto is a native Calgarian who graduated from St Francis High School and has two years of University. Marianne raised four children and has numerous grandchildren. She worked for 17 years in the school system, 10 years in oil and gas, and 2 years in long term care facilities. Marianne is enjoying retirement and has served with a number of Associations and Societies as well as Rotary.
Social / Networking Evening
The Rotary Club of Calgary East hosted a social / networking event on September 25 at the Calgary Plaza hotel. President Nurdin welcomed everyone to the event. Vince Vavrek from the Rotary Club of Heritage Park provided an overview of Rotary International and District 5360. Brian Carnahan provided an overview of the Rotary Club of Calgary East and the costs and benefits of being a Rotarian. Everyone enjoyed the evening and we will be adding members in the coming weeks. 
Rundle School Pancake Breakfast
 
Volunteers from the Rotary Club of Calgary East cooked and served pancakes and sausages for 550 students from the Rundle Elementary School in NE Calgary on September 19. This was our sixth and last pancake breakfast this year.  
J Fred Scott Pancake Breakfast
Volunteers from the Rotary Club of Calgary East cooked and served pancakes and sausages for 400 students at the J Fred Scott Elementary School in NE Calgary on September 12. The weather was beautiful and the students and teachers really appreciated our efforts.
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Tastes of Taipei await convention attendees

From night markets to tea plantations, American chef Rick Bayless leaves no avenue unexplored as he tastes his way through Taipei. Find out what flavors he’ll never forget. Then, get ready to pick up the culinary journey yourself during the 2026 Rotary International Convention.

Rotary projects around the globe November 2025

Learn how Rotary clubs are taking action in Peru, the United States, Canada, Scotland, India, and the Philippines.

The gift of mothers’ milk

Sustained by donations from nursing women, milk banks provide a lifeline to vulnerable newborns

Peace center thrives on common ground

From vastly different countries and cultures, the first fellows at Rotary’s Istanbul peace center unite around a shared purpose

Can peace be measured?

Co-founded by a Rotary Peace Fellow, Everyday Peace Indicators is working on the challenging task of measuring peace

Upcoming Events
  • Business Meeting
    Calgary Plaza Hotel
    Nov. 06, 2025
    5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
  • Guest Speaker Holy Linton
    Calgary Plaza Hotel
    Nov. 20, 2025
    5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
  • St. Rose of Lima Playground Opening
    St. Rose of Lima School
    Nov. 21, 2025
    1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.
  • Christmas Kettles
    Marlborough Mall
    Nov. 28, 2025 1:00 p.m. –
    Nov. 29, 2025 7:00 p.m.
Club Executives & Directors
President
Nurdin Qasimali
Treasurer
Dave Nicholson
Secretary
Stan Peloski
Membership
Brian Carnahan
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Gregory Wing
Community Service
Jim Rhijnsburger
Club Service
Dean Houghton
International Service
Wilner Pagaling
Fundraising
Gregory Wing
Communication
Brian Carnahan
The Rotary Foundation
Jim Rhijnsburger
Vocational Service
Rhea Graham
Youth Service
Christine Rendell
Indigenous Relations
Christine Rendell
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The Rotary Club of Calgary East meetings take place on the traditional territories of the Blackfoot and the people of the Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta, which includes the Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Tsuut’ina, and the Stoney Nakoda First Nations. The City of Calgary is also home to the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region 3.
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