In her April 2026 Newsletter, District 7070 Governor Niecy Dillon Tyrovolas talks about March2026 being filled with energy, connection, and impact—and she LOVED seeing it all across District 7070, from International Women's Day, to the Toronto St Patrick's Day Parade, to Presidents Elect Training, Sewing Days, Brush-A-Mania, Paul Harris Celebrations, 75th Anniversary Galas, Speaker Series, , Food Drives, …and so much more. Niecy reminds us that April is Protect the Environment Month and urges us to commit to supporting activities that strengthen the conservation and protection of natural resources and advance ecological sustainability. April is setting up to be just as active with Easter (yes… she loves chocolate… no shame!), RYLS – Rotary Youth Leadership Symposium, Inter-Club Spelling Bee, Walk the Earth, Great Lakes Watershed Clean Up, Learning Tuesday – All about Storytelling, Fun Under the Big Top – Famous People Players, and EPIC Day of Service projects popping up across the District! Please Read more. .........
With Environmental Sustainability taking root within Rotary as the 7th Area of Focus, Rotary has designated April 2026 as the Environment Month. Check the link below to see what Rotarians around the world are doing to improve the health of planet.
https://www.rotary.org/en/rotary-and-earth-day
Within District 7070, most clubs are participating in the Great Lakes Watershed Cleanup. On Saturday April 25, 2026, thousands of Rotarians & Non-Rotarians alike, on both sides of the Canadian and U.S. border will roll up their sleeves to collect refuse along the shoreline, and innumerable waterway tributaries to the Great Lakes basin......
Join the Rotary District 7070 Public Image Committee as we present Elevating Our Voice: Branding and Storytelling in Action. Joe Solway, our Rotary Zone 28 Assistant Public Image Coordinator has invited our Zones 28 and 32 Public Image Coordinators, Cheryl Metiva and Amy Schuller to make this presentation and answer any questions you may have. Be sure to register on the District 7070 website event for Learning Tuesdays on April 21, 2026 at 7 pm .
Did you know that A BRAND IS MORE THAN A LOGO. ROTARY’S BRAND IS MUCH BIGGER THAN ITS LOGO. IT’S A PERCEPTION. IT’S HOW OTHERS THINK ABOUT US. NOT JUST HOW WE SEE OURSELVES.......
My name is Emma-Leigh Johnston. I am a first-year Health Sciences student at Trent University, a member of the Wolf Clan from Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory. I have the privilege of serving as the Earth Captain for the Whitby location of Walk With The Earth 2026. Walk With The Earth is a youth-led national initiative focused on Truth and Reconciliation, youth voice, sustainability, and environmental stewardship. The event raises funds for Honouring Indigenous Peoples (HIP) and their Youth to Youth (Y2Y) program — an immersive land-based learning experience that brings together Indigenous and non-Indigenous youth from across Canada. I had the privilege of participating in the Y2Y program in 2025 in Nova Scotia. That experience deeply impacted me. I learned from Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and community leaders, strengthened my connection to culture and land, and built lifelong friendships with youth from across Turtle Island. It is incredibly meaningful to now help create opportunities for other youth to participate in the same transformative experience.
The Whitby Walk With The Earth event will take place on April 18, 2026 along the Whitby waterfront .......
For more than a century, Rotary and its members have been promoting peace and working to address the underlying causes of conflict in our communities and around the globe – a challenge that’s more important now than ever before.
On May 20, you can learn more in a special on-line presentation “Unite for Peace”– a high-energy hour of stories, music and more, showcasing the peacebuilding work of Rotary through our commitment to create lasting change that enhances international relationships, improves lives and communities, and creates a more peaceful world.
Our very own Joe Solway, Rotarian form Bowmanville , Ontario Canada, and Rotary Zone28's Assistant Public Image Coordinator is producing this show.
You don't need to be a Rotary member to log in.
All are welcome.
Register at:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/BzANYBDMR9G7fEMIy4zkfQ#/registration
Rotarians from all over Rotary District 7070 embraced women in our District as leaders, as we celebrated the Women’s Day of Rotary District 7070. March 5, 2026, at the Abilities Centre, in Whitby, Ontario Canada, hosted by Rotary District 7070 GovernorNiecy Dillon-Tyrovolas. We celebrated a fundamental truth within Rotary: when we support the agency and leadership of women, we strengthen the foundation of every community. This day is more than a celebration—it is a call to continue our work to remove barriers, elevate women’s voices, and expand access to leadership and service. “Unite for Good” isn’t just a theme — it’s how we move forward. TOGETHER. If you believe in connection, courage, and building something bigger than yourself…This is your room. These are your people. This is your moment. ..... Please read more.....
If you missed the live presentation from Rotary District 7070Governance Committee Chair Terry Caputo on March 17, 2026 you can see the video on our Rotary District You Tube Channel. Here is the link: https://youtu.be/e2pLZmyGR6U?si=BN8_8J88Jzk58G9v
"What Support Can the Governance Committee Offer to Clubs?”
If you’ve ever wondered:
- What policies should we have in place?
- How do we handle club bylaws?
- Where do we turn for guidance?
This session is for you. Strong governance builds strong clubs — and strong clubs create lasting impact
The Rotary Peace Centers will accept applications for 2027-28 Rotary Peace Fellowships from 1 February through 15 May 2026. For the first time, candidates will be able to apply to study at Rotary’s next peace center opening at Symbiosis International University in Pune, India. Rotary and Rotaract clubs can work with their district Rotary Foundation chair or Rotary Peace Fellowship subcommittee chair to recruit and recommend experienced peacebuilders for the fellowship programs.
The Rotary Foundation will select up to 170 peace fellows this year to attend one of our nine partner universities with leading programs in peace studies, sustainable development, and conflict prevention and transformation. The fellows will be able to participate in a one-year professional development certificate program to learn advanced peacebuilding skills or earn a master’s degree in a variety of disciplines related to peace and development. The Foundation pays for tuition and fees, housing and meals, round-trip transportation, and internship and field-study expenses. Clubs and districts do not need to provide funding to recommend fellowship candidates. Use this referral form to have information sent to potential candidates.
Since the Rotary Peace Centers program began in 2002, more than 1,800 fellows have graduated from our programs to serve as leaders in governments, humanitarian organizations, educational and research institutions, and international organizations like the United Nations and the World Bank.
Rotary Leadership Institute is your opportunity to learn more about Rotary and share your ideas with other Rotarians.
In a complex, fast-changing world, excellent Rotary club leadership is essential to the future of Rotary. One of the best ways to strengthen your Club is to give your members the tools and skills to be better Rotarians. Rotary Leadership Institute is the solution.This is your opportunity to learn more about Rotary and share your ideas with other Rotarians, and it is a great learning experience for new Rotarians, for your incoming Board of Directors, and for any Rotarian who wants to learn more about Rotary.
We are pleased to announce that RLI Part I is scheduled for Saturday, May 23, 2026. Participants will have the opportunity to complete all the courses in Part I. Due to limited space, we are unable to organize Parts II and III on this date. REGISTER TODAY
Let’s Celebrate Oral Health Month Together in 2026!
April is Oral Health Month in Canada. Please assist us to encourage your local schools and parents to promote good oral and overall health. Schools may schedule a presentation by a local dentist and order a Colgate toothbrush and toothpaste for each of their students.
Please Read more.....
Lars Henriksson and Lynda Ryder have just solidified the event for the afternoon of April 25th - with Famous People Players - A Rotary District 7070 Fellowship Event for all Rotarians and Rotaractors in District 7070.
YOU ARE INVITED
Address: Famous PEOPLE Players 343 Evans Ave, Etobicoke ON M8Z 1K2
Time: Doors open at 11:30 — Lunch at 12:00 — show at 1:00 p.m.
Cost: Adults - $75.00 Children under 12 -- $55.00
Theme: Under the Big Top - I sent your the write up with a picture earlier.
For more information, People can contact Lars or Lynda
They will send out a formal invitation to our members mid February at which time we will include a menu.
"Save the Date" — This is a private Rotary led event at Famous People Players.
Please read more .....
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