Leaders of Tomorrow, Dr. Ronald Lett Presentation, and 50/50 Draw Winner

April 21, 2026
Members were pleased to welcome Dr. Ronald Lett, CEO and Director of Curriculum Development for the Canadian Network for International Surgery (CNIS) and founder of CNIS. Dr. Lett shared the important work being done to improve surgical and obstetrical training, injury prevention, and health-care capacity in underserved communities.
 

Since 1995, Dr. Lett has completed 14 Canadian government-funded projects in Africa focused on surgical and obstetrical skills training, as well as injury prevention. He is also the CNIS lead on the nine-county TTProject in Kenya, helping support practical medical education and stronger local health systems.

Congratulations to our 50/50 Draw winner, Nina Mudry, who won $2,238 at the Book Sale, and congratulations to our club as well for raising an additional $2,238 toward our $50,000 target for the Foundry Youth Wellness Resource Centre

The Rotary Club of White Rock was pleased to recognize Maya Stacey of Earl Marriott Secondary School as a Leaders of Tomorrow award recipient. Maya was presented with a plaque and a $500 scholarship by Leaders of Tomorrow Chair Irene Dahl and Club President Kristina Eng. Congratulations to Maya on this well-deserved recognition

Announcements

A Taste of Surrey Cultural Dinner
Kristina shared information about the 4th Annual Cultural Dinner hosted by the Rotary Club of Surrey on Saturday, April 25 at 6:30 pm at Shannon Hall, 6050 176 Street, Surrey. Several members of our Club plan to attend, making up at least two tables. Tickets are $75 each or $425 for a table of 6. For more information, contact surreyrotary@gmail.com, Sam at 604-720-3001, or Parveen at 604-314-3802.

Rotary District Conference
The Rotary District Conference will take place May 1–3 in Harrison Hot Springs, with a focus on climate resilience, mental health, and hands-on service projects. Registration is available at:https://rotarydistrict5050.org/events/2026-district-conference/

South Surrey Rotary Club Shredding Event
The South Surrey Rotary Club will hold a Shredding Event on May 16 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm in the Ocean Park Safeway parking lot. Donations are welcome.

Membership Badges
Members who need a pin-back badge instead of a magnetic badge for medical reasons are asked to contact Winston, Ethan, or Irene from the Membership Committee to order one.

Save the Date

Presidential Installation
Please save the evening of Saturday, June 13 for the Presidential Installation of President-Elect Darryl Walker at Elks Hall.

Ongoing

Bottle and Can Recycling
Thank you to everyone who supports our Club Account by taking bottles and cans to Semiahmoo Bottle Depot, 15515 24 Avenue. Enter Irene’s cell number, 604-316-2090, print and scan the label, and drop off your recycling. Bottles and cans may also be brought to meetings, and someone will take them in.

Speaker Suggestions
Please continue to suggest interesting speakers for upcoming meetings. Email suggestions to Adam at asmith@ubmi.ca or Peter at pjones2570@gmail.com.