Thank you for the opportunity to be president of this wonderful Rotary club.  I look forward to serving you and to working with you all. 
From the time I joined Rotary many years ago I have been impressed with it’s motto “Service above Self”.  I believe that we are all put on this earth to use our talents in service to others and to make the world a better place.
 
Rotary is making history this year with it’s first female and first Canadian president, Jennifer Jones.  I feel fortunate to be a club president in this historic time.  I also feel that her message hits home.  She imagines a Rotary where members act to make their dreams become reality and they make the most of their club experiences.  She urges members to engage more with each other and use these connections to build partnerships that change the world.
 
It is my hope that everyone in our club will feel engaged and will make the most of their club experience.
 
Finally and most importantly, have fun!