Speakers

** ZOOM ONLY ** Recently Olive Tree Projects hosted a special 16th anniversary screening of N'AP Boule a short film by Alexandrine Benjamin about a Haitian couple navigating protests, insecurity, and gang violence to reach the hospital. The film highlights struggles with healthcare access and maternal health - a powerful glimpse into the challenges Haitians face today. 

** IN PERSON - SYMPOSIUM RESTAURANT **  President John will lead the discussion.

** IN PERSON - SYMPOSIUM RESTAURANT **  Members of the University of Guelph Rotaract Club will do a presentation on their plans for their upcoming Gala fundraiser (March 7) in support of the Nightingale Centre.

** IN PERSON - SYMPOSIUM RESTAURANT ** The 21st annual Pasta Dinner is Friday February 7th and we'll use this meeting for any last minute planning necessary.

**ZOOM Only **  Tessa Arulampalam is a 3rd Year University of Guelph Student who is now Business Success Specialist for "We Choose Local" as her University of Guelph Co-op placement. We Choose Local (www.wechooselocal.com) is an e-commerce platform designed to connect Guelph residents with local businesses, making it easier for consumers to shop locally. She is excited about the opportunity to strengthen Guelph's economy by keeping more consumer spending within the community.

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** IN PERSON - SYMPOSIUM RESTAURANT ** Lise will have just completed Parts 1 and 2 of the President Elect Learning Sessions and will discuss planning for her upcoming year (2025-2026) as club President.

** IN PERSON - SYMPOSIUM RESTAURANT ** Tanyss is Executive Director and, with husband Gem, co-founder of The Amarok Society.  We have supported this international charity for a number of years, and Tanyss will give us an update on some exciting new initiatives that they are undertaking.  "Teach a Mother, Change the World".