The Rotary Club of Guelph 84 Years of Service Above Self

Superior Court Justice Cas Herold Was Guest Speaker Today

Posted on Friday, January 27th 2012

Superior Court Justice Cas Herold spoke at today's luncheon on "a day in the life of a judge". In fact, Justice Herold went well beyond that and gave a quick overview of our judicial system.
Superior Court Justices are appointed by the Federal Government and are selected by a 9-member panel after having made application asking to be considered. 30% of those applying get selected to sit on the bench.
Superior Courts deal with criminal, civil and family related cases, as well as bail hearings in the case of homicide. In addition to the actual court proceedings much time is spent conducting pre-trial motions.
Justice Herold is a supernumerary judge, meaning a semi-retired judge. In addition to his work in his "home" court, Guelph, he act as circuit judge in Nunavut about 4 times per year, an experience that he cherishes. In the Nunavut court room he is assisted by two elders who he consults on the appropriate sentence.

Cardinal Designate Thomas Collins Addresses Rotary Club Of Guelph

Posted on Monday, January 23rd 2012

Last Friday the Rotary Club of Guelph had the honour of having as guest speaker Toronto Archbishop and Cardinal Designate Thomas Collins, a native of Guelph. Archbishop Collins grew up on Durham Street and attended Church of Our Lady. He went on to study for the priethood and was ordained in 1973. His first diocese was Hamilton till he was appointed Bishop for St. Paul, Alberta. He subsequentlu served as Archbishop in Edmonton till he was appointed Archbishop of Toronto five years ago. Next month he will become Cardinal and also start receiving his first old-age pension cheque.

Africa Committee Supports "Bracelet Of Hope" Campaign

Posted on Tuesday, January 17th 2012

Susan Farrelly, chair of the Africa committee presented a cheque for
$1,000 to fellow member Anne Marie Zadjlik (centre) and Anne Gardner (left) for the "Bracelet of Hope" campaign last Friday. The funds will assist aids awareness and support for victims of aids.

Mayor Kare Farbridge Gives State-of-the-City Address

Posted on Monday, January 16th 2012

Mayor Karen Farbridge spoke to the Rotary Club of Guelph members last Friday about the State of the City.
She spoke of the City's financial health which is good in most areas with some concern about the reserve funds which are at level red.
Taxes in Guelph compare very well with cities of equivalent size; they are lowest for small single bungalows and are in the bottom 4 for large executive style homes. Unemployment is low at 5.1%, behind Regina and Quebec City.
The mayor credits our City's well-being on innovation and collaboration between City, University, business and non-profit organizations. She mentioned participation of Enpar Technologies Inc. in the Water Technology Network, a world-class group of scientists, engineers and high-tech. companies. As well, she is excited about the developments at the Guelph Innovation Lands where Conestoga College will possibly build a new campus.
Mayor Farbridge closed by thankibg the Rotary Club of Guelph for their continued support in Canada Day and Sparkles in the Park, and for its financial support for the construction of the very popular skating rink in front of the new City Hall.

New Members Justin Funk and Marty Fairbairn

Posted on Monday, January 16th 2012

New member Justin Funk (left), son of member Tom Funk, his proposer John Viera (2nd from l.), new member Mart Fairbairn (2nd from r.) and his proposer Bernie Kiely. Justin and Marty were introduced to the membership last Friday. Justin is working with Tom Funk in Tom's company Agri Studies Inc.
Marty, who has a M.Sc. and Ph.D. from McMaster U. is a member of the Board of Trustees of the Upper Grand District School Board.

Committees in our club

Club - Fellowship :
-Plan and organize events for the Club which will promote fellowship amongst our members, families and friends. These include AA night at the races@, AThe Christmas luncheon@, ATheatre night(s)@, AGuess who is coming to dinner@, etc.
-Send expressions of support on behalf of all Club members at times of need of Club members.
-Arrange, at the request of the President, to send an appropriate memorial donation upon the death of a Rotarian.
-Promote outreach to our sponsored clubs by arranging a schedule of visits.
-Cost all events so that they are at least break-even with any surplus used to finance our expressions of support.

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