The celebration of World Environment Day on June 7, 2025 at the Christie Pits Park Toronto was hosted by Lynda Ryder, President of Etobicoke Club. District Governor Virginia O'Reilly and rotarians from Toronto, Toronto Eglinton, Etobicoke, Woodbridge and Richmond Hill were present. I had the opportunity of promoting Rotary to different exhibitors such as: Seniors for Climate Action Now, and others.
We were approached by David McLeod of Environment & Energy of City of Toronto whether Rotary Clubs can advise the city on the adequacy of preparedness of Emergency Shelters in Toronto during a black-out. Noting that in high rise buildings not only electrical power will be out but also seasonal heating/cooling and the water supply to the upper level of buildings will be stopped.
He was told that the Rotarians may review a community centre/shelter as an example to list the existing services and recommend repair or addition of new ones. But the cost of any construction will be borne by the city as well as its maintenance after construction.
It was a pleasant sunny day for service and fellowship. Music and food were good. I hope you enjoyed the day as well as we did. I am attaching some photos of the event. Please Read more for the photos....
