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1 19-I-2 INFORMER February 2018
Zone 2 Informer
Zone Contacts 2017 - 2018
Zone Chair: ZC Brian Morin [email protected] 250-479-0088
District Governor: DG Joyce Boyle [email protected]
Zone Secretary: PZC Barb Wright [email protected]
Editor, Zone I-2 Informer: Lion Jon Shaw
Centennial Committee: PDG Brian Phillips [email protected]
Cabinet Secretary PDG Leslie Smith [email protected] 250-390-0730
Membership: PZC Lyne Moreau [email protected] 250-597-2441
D I S T R I C T 1 9 - I L I ON S C L UB S I N T E RN AT I ON A L
Message from ZC 19-I-2 Brian Morin
Hard to believe that the Lions year is half over. Clubs should
now be making sure that the second half member dues are paid and gearing up for club elections.
While our District 19-I is up in membership so far this year I can’t say the same for Zone 2 which is currently sitting at mi-nus 7 members on the year.
When a club gets a new member it is important to make them welcome and feel part of the club and its activities. As your club grows consider taking on new challenges to keep your new Lions busy and connected. Did you know that every Lions
club member serves an average of 70 people per year? That’s why inviting your family and friends to join us in service is one of the most powerful ways we can serve more people and address unmet needs at home and around the world. Plus, inviting new members and sponsoring new clubs is more rewarding than ever before. You and your club are eligible for special limited-edition Centennial rewards, including a pin and certificate, when you induct new members and sponsor new clubs. If you haven’t welcomed a new member into your club this year, make it a priority to do so before the end of the Lion year.
For smaller clubs If you find that you have a project and insufficient help in your club call on a neighbouring Lions Club - I bet they would be glad to help. Please keep up your hard work serving your local communities.
PZC Gerald Lundgren
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I N S I D E T H I S I S S U E :
International President
New Lions
3 Happenings in the District
DG & ZC Visitation 3
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3
5
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THOUGHTS TO GROW YOUR
Zone Election
iPhone #39
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Year of the Dog New Year Dinner
Biggest BBQ Childhood
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8
Lions Learning Forum Vancouver
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10
10
11
Taste of BC—Sooke Harbourside
DG Advisory Meeting
CONTEST & Awards
2018 NW Lions Leadership
Janet Wong - Apron Strings
Leadership Development Training
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13
BC Lions Society
Lions Want to Have FUN
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15
District 19-I Confer-
MD19 LIONS SERVICE AND LEADER-
SHIP DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATION
Zone Chair
Leadership Devel. Application
Valentine Dance Royal
Leadership Development Training
REIMAGINE EASTER SEALS
BC/YUKON
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Describe Lions Clubs
International?
The best way to describe us is-
‘We Serve’. We have around 1.4
million members in 210
countries. We have nearly
47,000 local clubs to enable a
laser-like focus on the needs of
each community. We serve at least 50 million
people each year. We mainly focus on hunger,
children, eyesight and environment. In addition,
diabetes and refugee rehabilitation will be the
additional focus areas in the next few years.
What are your goals for the next 12 months?
We currently serve around 50 million people per
year. My goal is to significantly increase this
number. At the Chicago Convention, we launched
our LCI Forward program a comprehensive
upgrading to reach a new level of service in the new
century. In the next twelve months, we will add
diabetes as a major focus area, in addition to
hunger, eyesight, Childhood Cancer, and
environment. Most cases of the diabetes are easily
curable through exercise or insulin injection. We
believe that if science has the cure, then there is no
excuse to not deliver this cure to everyone in need.
Under my Presidency, we will maximise the service
2017-18 International President Dr. Naresh Aggarwal
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Club Secretaries are reminded to post your Clubs Activities in MyLCI. Lions Clubs International use your data to update the Centennial Service Chal-lenge People Served Need Help call your Zone Chair
When we began our Centennial Celebration, Lions accepted the challenge to serve 100 million people. You
not only met the challenge, you went above and beyond—and doubled our Centennial Service Challenge goal!
from every member, dollar and hour this year.
What is the secret of your success?
I believe that the ability to take may be the strength,
but the ability to give is power. If I serve someone, I
know I have the greatest wealth in the world- the
affection of my fellow people. I believe in the inherent
goodness of human nature. Can you tell us about your
background? I was born in Batala, Punjab. After
graduation, I joined my family business and started a
family of my own. However, I always carved a higher,
more meaningful contribution to the world. I joined
Lions Clubs International around 44 years ago. Since
then, I have helped the Association grow exponentially
in India. In 1998, I expanded my focus to the entire
world, when I was elected as International Director.
Now, as President for the next year, I am ready to
change the lives of hundreds of millions around the
world.
What is your message to our 1.4 million Lions?
My message is simple- “Discover the power within
you.” This power is the power to serve. Service is not
just charity. It is serving as a friend, leader, mentor,
student, and, of course, as a philanthropist. Being a
Lion will teach you how to serve everyone around you.
Naresh Aggarwal
Lions Clubs International President
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Happenings in the Zone & Beyond Dates to remember
Reminder to all Club Executive Second half Dues are owing to
Lions International (USD) and MD 19 (CDN) No additional dues are owning MD 19-I
District Governor Joyce Boyle Zone 2 – Visitation Schedule
February 18, 2018 West Shore Lions Club 6:30 pm
TBA , 2018 Capitol City Lions TBA
March 12, 2018 Victoria Chinatown Lioness 6:00 pm
April 17, 2018 Esquimalt Lions Club 6:00 pm
Zone Chairperson Brian Morin Zone 2 - Visitation Schedule
Feb. 12,2018 Victoria Chinatown Lioness Club 6:00 pm
March 20, 2018 Esquimalt Lions Club 6:00 pm
Sooke Harbourside Lions Lion Annie Evans
Sponsor
Lion Alison Hogan
Sooke lions Lion Steve Lawrence
Sponsor
Lion Mike Thomas
Esquimalt Lions Lion Krista Phosy Sponsor Lion Lin McPhee
Welcome New Lions to MD-19-I-2
February 3rd A Taste of BC is returning to Edward Milne Community School see page 09
February 10 YEAR of the DOG Chinese New year Din-ner see page 11) Feb 17 Royal Oak Lions Dinner/Dance (see page 11 & 15)
March 4 District Governors 3rd Cabinet Meeting Willow Point Lions Den 10:30 am
March 10 Victoria Chinatown Lioness club is proud to host Author Jan Wong (see page 11)
March 10 - District Lions Leadership Development for ALL Clubs aspiring Leaders. Cost $30 includes Lunch Contact Jane Beddows [email protected] (see pages 9 & 15) Application on page 16
April 20-22 MD 19-I District Conference Parksville April 16—22 LCI World Wide Service Week to Protect our Planet
May 10 - 13 N.W. Regional Lions Leadership Institute UBC Campus Page 10
May 11-13 Buccaneer Days Esquimalt
May 21 Victoria Day Parade Marshalling
June 1: Helen Keller Day June 5: World Environment Day June 7: Lions Clubs International Birthday
June 29– July 3 Lions International Convention Las Vegas, Navada, USA
Fellow Lions, I am sorry to convey the sad news that PZC Gerald Lundgren passed away January 20, 2018. A memorial service will be held for him on Friday February 9, 2:00 pm at McCallGardens Funeral Chapel at Royal Oak. Lion Secretary Don Jones - Victoria Imperial Lions . A lifelong member of the Lions, Gerry served as
Zone Chairperson in 1998-99 in 19-I-2 and attained the position of 1st District Governor before he retired due to ill health. http://www.mccallgardens.com/obituaries/gerald-oscar-lundgren
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Congratulations 2018-19
Zone Chairperson Sooke Harbourside Lions
Lion Eleanor Bawden
On Sunday, January 21, 2018 at the Zone 19-I-2 and 3 joint DG Advisory meeting at the Central Saanich Lions’ den, the 19-I-2 clubs voted unanimously to
elect our Sooke Harbourside Lion Eleanor Bawden to be our next Zone Chairperson for Zone 19-I-2. Lion Eleanor gave the members a brief history of her involvement with our club and why she would like to run for Zone Chair. One of her reasons for running is because she would like to meet more lions and visit their clubs.
Lion Eleanor has been a valued member of the Harbourside club for six years and has already had two terms as secretary and is now a director. She has been involved in many of fundraisers and projects such as: Huntington’s Book Sale, Taste of BC, Duck Race, Mammogram Clinic, Ball-park Concession, Twoonie Tuesday, Toys for Kids and last but not least the Boy Scouts Jamboree.
Let us all applaud Lion Eleanor for her fortitude and caring. I know that her time, effort and talent to Lionism will be of great value and we appreciate her effort.
Don’t some
days just
suck!
Remember to-
morrow is a new
day and it can get
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Spring Ahead Membership Drive
What Is It?
The Spring Ahead Membership Drive is a 2018
project that will ask each Lions Club in MD19
to hold a membership event during the week
prior to the start
of Daylight
Savings Time
(Sunday, March
11, 2018).
Why should
my club
participate?
Almost all Lions
Clubs will
benefit from new
members. More
members equal
more service.
New members
bring new
energy, new talents, and new ideas.
Also, participating clubs have the opportunity
to win some great prizes. We will send more
prize information in the coming months.
So what do we do next?
Plan a membership event for any day during
March 4 – 10, 2018. You can plan an open
house, contact potential members at a
community event, or walk your local
businesses with membership applications.
Send an email to MD19 Public Relations
Chairperson Kathy Crawford at
[email protected] to let us know that you
are going to participate. We will share the
names of clubs that plan to participate.
The MD19 Membership Manual includes a
complete Open House manual. This is a proven
method for holding an open house. We
encourage you to follow the manual and avoid
taking short cuts. Here’s a link to the manual:
The Manual was e-mailed out to all Club
DANCE - March 24, 2018
WEST SHORE LIONS CLUB Fundraiser for LIONS
Local Charity & Community Projects FEATURING NON STOP-CONTINUOUS
MUSIC BY KOOLER and SuperSauce
performing alternating music sets
from 8:30 to 12:30 AM (doors open 6:30)
Royal Canadian Legion #91, Langford,
761 Station Ave, Victoria BC
Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door
Tickets available on line at the
West Shore Lions website-home page or
Langford Legion, 761 Station Ave..
phone 250-478-8365
Long and McQuade, 756 Hillside Avenue,
Victoria phone 250-384-3622
Eventbrite to purchase dance tickets. https://
www.eventbrite.com/e/wesy-shore-lions-dance-kooler-supersauce-
4, 2018
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The Centennial Celebration Continues!
The 101st annual Lions Clubs International Convention
will be in Las Vegas, NV USA, June 29 – July 3, 2018 Registration Fee:
Registration Fee through January 12, 2018 is US$150
From January 13 through March 31, 2018 the regular registration fee is US$200
April 1, 2018 through onsite registration, the fee is US$225 Registration: You may register for the Las Vegas convention through the LCI website at Registration Information.
Guests at LCI’s delegation hotels will have free shuttle transportation to all official convention
events.
• Lions will be assigned to their delegation hotels on a first-come, first-served basis (subject
to availability) through January 12, 2018.
• After January 12, Lions can choose their delegation hotel or a hotel based on rate or location
(subject to availability).
• In addition to at least one adult registration fee, a hotel deposit in the amount of US$200 per room is required to make a reservation.
The deposit is not the daily rate but will guarantee the reservation. The $200 deposit will be credited toy our guest folio at check
out.
• A minimum of 2 nights is required to book your housing with LCI. All LCI Hotels are non-smoking.
Network at Convention Each year, more than 20,000 Lions from across the globe gather together to celebrate at our international convention. The convention offers an ideal setting to reunite acquaintances and make new friends. Learn about other club and district projects. And make personal connections with international leaders and representatives from headquarters. Serve at Convention Go beyond the typical convention experience and participate in Convention Service Projects with Lions and Leos from around the world. You’ll have the option to sign-up for a variety of hands-on service projects taking place at MGM Hotel and around Las Vegas. Pre-registration is required and space is limited. Learn at Convention
During international convention, you will have the chance to join Lions from more than 120 countries and geographical
areas – with different languages and backgrounds – marching side-by-side down the streets of the host city during the
Parade of Nations. Attend seminars and vote on the association’s future. And enjoy event highlights, including three
action-packed plenary sessions, an exciting exhibit hall and more.
Have Fun!
The fun continues at the 101st Lions International Convention in Las Vegas. Labeled as ‘The Entertainment Capital of the
World’, the famous Strip is over 4 miles long and has something for everyone to complete the weekend. Home to world
class dining, upscale shopping, star-studded entertainment, themed hotels with synchronized fountains and replicas of the
Venetian Grand Canal, Egyptian Pyramid and Eiffel Tower, it’s not a surprise Las Vegas ranks as one of the world's
most visited tourist destinations in the United States!
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On Saturday January 27, Victoria Imperial Lions Oriano
Belusic and Don Jones, assisted by Lois Jones, presented a new iPhone SE to Wayne Cargill, a blind resident of Victo-ria. Cargill who is 49 is losing his sight due to Glaucoma and only has a small amount of useful vision remain-ing. He is presently learning braille, long cane mobility and skills of daily living at the Pacific Training Centre for the Blind. The iPhone will become a very useful tool for him in the pursuit of these skills. Funds to purchase the iPhone were donated to the Canadian Federation of the Blind by the Sooke Harbourside Lions and the Victoria Imperial Lions. It is the 39th iPhone presented to a blind person since the project began in 2012.
39th iPhone presented to
a blind person since the project
began in 2012
District Governors Advisory meeting #2 (Zone Meeting) Janu-
ary 21, 2018
There were about 45 Lions
in attendance from Zones I-2
and I-3.
2nd VDG Cec Specht promoted
the upcoming Spring
Conference to be held April 20-
22nd in Parksville; PZC
Gerry Webb of the Esquimalt Club talked about
the changes in the Societies Act and what Clubs
registered under the Societies Act have to do prior
to November 2018; Lion Peter Pfann of
the Esquimalt Lions talked about the Island Farms
Victoria Day Parade to be held on May 21st.
Unfortunately Charlene Krepiakevich of the BC
Lions Society could not make it because of the
weather.
The Clubs present from I-2 and I-3 gave reports
highlighting the numerous and amazing projects
and service that they have been involved with
since the last DG Advisory meeting.
Election of 19-I-2 Zone Chairperson saw Lion Eleanor Bawden elected for next year 2018-19.
Cops for Cancer riders Ryan Hendren and Steve Robinson presented how their program raises money to support research into Childhood Cancer cures and Camp Goodtimes
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Having fun while doing good has been a Lions specialty from the beginning. In the early 1920s, many U.S. clubs had pep committees charged with enlivening routine club meetings. Lions soon entrusted the merrymaking function to a single energetic and enthusiastic officer, known as the Tail Twister. Students of Tail-Twisting lore will find rich veins of anecdote and remembrance
among longtime Lions and also in Lions publications. How did the name Tail Twister come about? The
World’s Biggest Doers, a 1949 history of the Lions,
described this origin story, as recounted by Lions
founder Melvin Jones:
“One Sunday afternoon three or four of us were
discussing this matter of putting pep into the
meetings. One fellow who had been born on a farm
said we needed to do what used to be done on the
farm. When a cow refused to go through the gate,
someone would grab her by the tail and twist. We
all laughed, but one of the boys said, ‘Why isn’t that
a good name–tail twister?’” The fact that lions–real
lions–also have tails gave the name another amus-
ing twist.
Now optional for all Lions clubs, the role of Tail
Twister had been an established office under
charter bylaws for decades. But as a 1941 article in
LION Magazine made clear: “Of all the officers in
the club, he [the Tail Twister] has no rigid code, no
well-defined plan of action. He must be a Lion of
originality.”
Indeed, Tail Twisters have been remarkably creative
in promoting fun and fellowship and boosting club
treasuries by “twisting” small fines from members
for minor breaches of club rules, such as not
wearing a nametag or talking during a guest
speaker’s presentation.
The fines system is both autocratic and democratic.
No member can appeal a Tail Twister’s levy, and no
member is above paying it.
“President Westfall Fined on Southern Trip,” ran a
banner headline over a full-page story in the April
1927 issue of LION Magazine. While visiting the
Columbia Lions Club in South Carolina, USA,
International President William Westfall forgot his
Lions pin when changing “from his train clothes to
his speaking clothes.” An alert Tail Twister named
Goldschmidt spotted Westfall’s bare lapels and
fined him 10 cents, the going rate for such
infractions in the 1920s.
Contests, quizzes, brainteasers, jokes, lighthearted
songs and poems are time-tested tools of the
tail-twisting trade. Today’s practitioners can find
and share fresh material on several club websites
and on a Tail Twister page on Facebook.
Concepts of humor do not always transfer across
different cultures and times, and that has led to a
gradual decline in the tail-twisting tradition as Lions
have expanded around the world. But every day in
countless other ways—from pancake breakfasts to
picnics with needy kids to big parades at convention
time—Lions still know how to have fun.
LiTouchstone Story - Lions Want to Have Fun
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Parksville Lions Den - 241 Moilliet Street Parksville
Registration at 9:00 am
Start time 9:30 am. Note: Application Form page 15
$30 includes lunch, snacks, coffee
TOPICS COVERED: Public Speaking Meeting Management Agenda Management Conflict Management Elements of a Healthy Club Presentations The Next Step Basic Leader Skills for Club Leadership PRESENTER:S Past MD19 Secretary/Treasurer Patty Allen & PCC Al Beddows
Deadline for Registration March 2, 2018
Please provide the following information to PZC Jane Beddows
[email protected] 250-642-3376
Name Club, Current Position, Highest Position, your Address, Phone, Email. Make Cheque payable to District 19-I - send Registration information & Cheque to J. Beddows 2330 Carpenter Rd. Sooke, BC V9Z 0R1
Leadership Development for new and existing Presidents Secretaries &
Board Members and of course those aspiring to serve on Club executives
Leadership Development Training March 10,
The instructor
for the Leader-
ship De-
velopment
Course will be
Patty Allen we
PZC Mike Peterson of
the Bremerton Central
Lions, currently serving
as the 2018
Superintendent of the
NW Lions Leadership
Institute. I would like to
invite you and any of
your lions to attend the
Leadership Institute to
take place at the Uni-
versity of British Colum-
bia in Vancouver, B.C.,
10 – 13 May 2018.
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Lions Biggest Community BBQ for Childhood Cancer
Proposed Event Lions Biggest BBQ Make it a Lions Zone 19-2 annual event to raise funds for Childhood Cancer is an annual fundraising event. The BBQ can take place at any time during the year, when it best suits your Club. Funds raised will be used to help achieve LCI expand access to life-saving treatment and support the children and families who need us most by raising funds locally and donating these funds to local needs where we can hope a positive outcome for a young child and their
family. "It never ceases to amaze me what we can do when we work together" More than 130 British Columbia kids are diagnosed every year with various forms of childhood cancer and unfortunately we are still seeing around twenty five kids dying every year in BC. If we can raise significant funds then our donation target can be Childhood Cancer Research Foundation's with a vision of 100% Survival for kids with cancer because Lions believe that every child deserves a chance at a healthy life".
The Lions Biggest BBQ could be a great way to promote Lions greater Victoria and to raise awareness in your community. Consider working with other clubs
to make a Bigger event
Hate to miss out? The premier event of the year,
A Taste of BC is returning to Edward Milne Community School, Saturday,
February 3rd! If you are looking for that one impressive, knock your socks off, consider purchasing a Taste of BC
ticket for only $35
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Advertise your “Meet the Lions” in the local media, or use leaflet
drops or posters where people are
likely to queue.
Step 1: Allocate an enthusiastic
Lion. If the Lion is enthusiastic, this will be infectious. Consider having this Lion take the Certified Guiding Lion course which is available on line. It ensures that the Guiding Lion has a good knowledge of Lions procedures and also focuses on building and retention.
Step 2:
Selecting and negotiating a meeting place.
Many local hotels are happy to give charity groups a room in which to meet for no charge.
The choice of location may be cost driven but emphasis should also be on finding a bright cheerful place with reasonable comfort.
The meeting place should be central or within easy travel distance.
Step 3:
Organise a “Meet the Lions” evening.
Advertise your “Meet the Lions” in the local media, or use leaflet drops or posters where people are likely to queue.
Have members "ask one" potential member to a presen-tation
Give a short presentation of what
Lions International is about.
Give a short account of what the Club is doing in the local their community. (different speaker)
Informal tea and biccies (Only in Victoria!) or there is always a fall back to coffee and cookies meeting with Lions from the Club
Discussion as to what local good causes would benefit from the Clubs services.
Arrange the first event (either service or fund raising)
Ensure that you have contact details for all interested parties.
Step 4:
Organise your first event.
Hold your next meeting fairly quickly after this.
Focus should be on planning your event for half the time and then on getting to know one another over coffee or a drink.
Try to ensure that everyone has a job to do. Less confident individuals may need to undertake a supporting role to another Lion.
Advertise your event using the local press,
radio and social media.
A short (1 minute) presentation letting people know who Lions are should be given at the start of the event. Fliers about Lions or your Club should also be available.
The event should be fun and simple in order for members to gain experience and confidence. It is impor-tant that it is well planned and executed to give your audience a good experience.
At the end of the event invite anyone who might be interested in Lions to come to a Club meeting or, better still, a social event.
Zone socials give a sense of belonging to a larger movement. It is a good idea to follow up your first event with a second fairly soon after.
Club meetings are more likely to be successful if:
They have a purpose.
Members have owner-ship of discussion.
Reasonable time is given for discussion without going round in circles
Decisions are made.
The meeting structure is relaxed but business like
The Club leadership has a clear idea of the direc-tion to follow and has plans to ensure future direction of the club.
Thoughts to Grow your Club
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Service to others is the rent we pay for
our time on this earth.
Muhammed Ali
Join the Victoria Chinatown Lioness club in
their annual major fundraising effort at
Golden City Restaurant on Fisgard Street in
Victoria, B.C. In 2018, we will be celebrating
the Year of the Dog! The fun and highly
energetic evening will have silent and live
auctions as well as the opportunity to win
raffle prizes with your donations! With your
support, we’ll be able to give back to local
charities and disaster relief funds. Save this
date on your calendar and stay tuned for
ticket sales to this great event!
Lionesses Anne, Elaine,
Carol and Heather
YEAR of the DOG
Annual Fundraising Chinese
New Year dinner!
Saturday, February 10, 2018
JAN WONG in VICTORIA! Saturday,
March 10, 2018
The Victoria Chinatown Lioness club is proud to
host Author Jan Wong in the new year. She will be talking
about her latest book – Apron Strings. Check it
out by clicking on this link http://www.janwong.ca . Keep
Praise for Apron
Strings:
“For a foodie like me, Jan’s
book is irresistible, but the
fact is that anyone will love
this book. Apron Strings is
one of the most appealing,
charming, loveable books I’ve
read in years.”
-- Stevie Cameron, author
of On the Take
"What sets it apart is Wong’s nearly
obsessively sharp observational skills,
which lead to snippets of wisdom about
how culture and politics influence the
kitchen."
-- The Toronto Star
Music by OBALA
Tickets are $48/pp Pei Mei Chia at
250-514-1928 e-mail at [email protected]
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DANCE--MARCH 24, 2018 WEST SHORE LIONS CLUB
Fundraiser for LIONS Local Community Projects PRESENTS
A DANCE FEATURING NON STOP-CONTINUOUS MUSIC BY
KOOLER and SuperSauce performing alternating music sets from 8:30 to 12:30 AM
SATURDAY March 24, 2018 (doors open 6:30)
Royal Canadian Legion #91, Langford,
761 Station Ave, Victoria BC
Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door
Tickets available on line at the West Shore Lions website-home page or
Langford Legion, 761 Station Ave. ph 250-478-8365
Long and McQuade, 756 Hillside Avenue, Victoria ph 250-384-3622
2018 dart a thon - Lions society for camperships
For those members who have been with the Lions for years may remember the dart a thon from the Vancouver
Island Telethon days. The dart a thon was always a big supporter of the telethon. After the island telethon was
merged with the Vancouver/BC Telethon the dart a thon kept on going. Last year was our 40th.
Well, it's that time of year again
We are gearing up for the 2018 dart a thon.
March 23rd and 24th at Burnside Lawn Bowling, 274 Hampton Road.
Come join us and help raise money to send kids with disabilities to camp.
First dart is thrown at 6PM on the 23rd and the last dart is thrown on the 24th at 7PM
Friday we usually have Karaoke from 8-12
Throughout the weekend we have raffles, draws, gift baskets you can buy tickets on, a silent auction and a live auction
on Saturday after the last dart is thrown
All money raised goes to the Lions society for camperships. Many of you have probably heard that Camp
Shawnigan has had to be suspended for this summer but Camp Winfield is still running their camp. Lets show our sup-
port and help with camperships. If we can assist in the raising of money hopefully we can help the society in getting
Camp Shawnigan back for 2019
Thanks for any assistance you can give. If you are not able to attend but would still like to donate to help the cause
please contact Bonny or Russ at [email protected]
Note: See page 17
Contest and Awards
Entry Form
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International Director
Joyce Middleton from
Bridgewater,
Massachusetts, USA, was
elected to serve a
two-year term as a director
of Lions Clubs
International at the
association’s 99th
International Convention
held in Fukuoka, Japan.
Make it a fun
weekend!
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MD19 LIONS SERVICE AND LEADERSHIP
DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATION
Celebrating 60 Years of Leos Clubs
with a writing Contest for Leos
The MD19 LIONS SERVICE AND LEADERSHIP DE-
VELOPMENT FOUNDATION is pleased to announce
the first annual 2017-2018 Leos writing competition.
This competition is open to all LEO members (since
March 31, 2018 or earlier) in Lions Clubs International
MD19 attending a high school in the MD19 area of
service in both Canada and the United States of
America (British Columbia, Washington State and
Northern Idaho).
Choose an individual leader who has made a significant contribution in the last sixty years. The contribution may be of national or global significance it might be an invention, or idea that has changed society. In your essay explain why the contribution made by this person is so important. The essay should express your own ideas in your own words and must not be copied from any other source such as the Internet. Request Terms and Conditions at:
A total of 6 prizes are available to be won.
All prize amounts are in US dollars.
Prizes:
Junior winners 3 prizes
1st $1000 2nd $750 3rd $500
Senior winners 3 prizes
1st $1000 2nd $750 3rd $500
How to Enter: Enter via e-mail:
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Dear Lions & Lioness,
The new year is now upon us and it is time to take the next
steps in our journey together.
As we mentioned in our letter dated November 28th,
2017, dramatic changes to the charitable landscape, steep
declines in funding and costly aging assets resulted in our
board of directors and Management team spending much of
2017 conducting careful research and analysis as part of the
need to develop a new five-year strategic plan to map out
the future for Easter Seals BC & Yukon.
Many of you have reached out to us, and we are
listening. Your concerns, worries, and disappointment have
been heard. Please know that we are continuing to listen
so that we will evolve and adjust in order to ensure the
Society can continue to support you and your family and many other individuals with disabilities, not just today or
next year, but for decades to come.
REIMAGINE EASTER SEALS BC/YUKON
PDG Lion Rob Dalton Raised in Port Alberni, and retired to Sproat Lake aka “Dalton Bay”
west of Port Alberni after a long career in the telecom industry. He has been married to
Lynda 52 years. His son and daughter have produced 4 granddaughters!
Rob joined Lions in 1987 in the Vancouver area transferring to the Port Alberni club in
2004. He has served in all club positions and has been Zone Chair and District Governor in
MD 19-A. He has also served as Zone chair for MD-19-I-7 twice.
Rob was elected to the BC Lions Society for Children with Disabilities Board of Directors
representing MD 19-I BC to replace Lion Janet Events MD 19-I who retired from the Board
in December 2017.
COMMUNITY MEETING January 31, 2018 Victoria
Purpose to communicate the British Columbia Lions Society for Children with Disabilities new reality and
funding shortfalls, the revised Vision, Mission and Values and the strategic plan to chart a new course.
Seeking input to help in reimagine the Society's services, programs and revenue sources.
MISSION
The British Columbia Lions Society for Children with Disabilities provides programs and services designed
specifically to promote self esteem and self confidence.
The BC Lions Society for Children with Disabilities has been registered as a charitable organization since
1952. You may also know us as the Easter Seal People. Under both names, our Society mandate is to
support children with disabilities throughout British Columbia.
We're dedicated to enriching the lives of children through a renewed focus on "Giving Children Abilities."
The above mission statement in a nutshell covers how the BC Lions Society for Children with Disabilities has
guided its program for a number of years.
Over the years a number of other charitable organizations have been formed with similar mandates
providing similar services eroding participation in our society programs. In Canada it was noted that there
are 170,000 registered non profits all competing for the public and government dollars.
19 19-I-2 INFORMER February 2018
Charlene Krepiakevich, President/Chief Executive Officer presented to the community
group which included 28 Lions the situation the Society finds its self and the
approach the Board is taking to strengthen the organization going forward.
The single greatest need for the Society is to identify to secure on going operational
funding for what ever programs the society is plans to operate going forward.
In order to do that the Board of the Society must determine where there is a shortfall
in services to those with
disabilities. Then look at how they can serve
that demand and how this new service and
financial model can be sustainable.
The example used is once youth reach the age
of 18 there are almost no services for these
young adults. In fact this carries through to
older adults as well. If the society can imagine
a broader service there will be more
opportunities for ongoing government financial
support.