I am very fortunate to be involved in one of world’s most respected service organizations while still leading a nomadic life.

Many of you may have heard of Rotary and its’ global network.

With 1.2 million members and 35,000 clubs worldwide  it’s impact is significant. Rotarians have been making lasting change in the world for 110 years.

Rotary International’s focus is to:

• Promote peace
• Fight disease
• Provide clean water, sanitation, and hygiene
• Save mothers and children
• Support education
• Grow local economies

Traditionally being a Rotarian meant local fundraisers and going to weekly meetings over lunch. Sensing a need for change, Rotary International came up with the concept of “e  clubs”.  E clubs allow members to meet totally online at their convenience.

I am a charter member of the first e club in Canada, which has been a wonderful experience for me. It allows me to stay connected with my network online and at the same time gives me the opportunity to visit traditional clubs as a visiting Rotarian wherever I go. It is a simple as attending a weekly meeting online.  We call it Rotary on Demand.

I am proud to say that my club in 5 years has provided significant support to:

• library projects in native communities in Canada’s far north
• an after school program in Antigua, Guatemala
• a major school project in  Colima, Mexico

It is most rewarding to see the impact that we as a club can have.

If you are into networking and are looking for a way to contribute to the better good, I can think of no better way than a  Rotary e club. It is very easy to stay connected and fits my wandering agenda perfectly.

If you would like to know about how to get involved, just drop me a line.

Doug Dyer