Speakers
| Speaker | Date | Topic |
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| Jason Bossert | Mar 09, 2026 12:00 PM |
International Services Committee
Jason Bossert will review the past and future activities of the International Services Committee. Note this year's Belize playground construction is or was scheduled to place Friday February 6th to Monday February 9th 2026. with Rotarians from our club and other guests This project comprises construction of a playground at Our Lady of the Way Catholic school in Ladyville Belize. Ladyville is approximately 20 minutes north of Belize City, near the Belize airport. |
| Mark Emsden Pres&CEO Beverage Container Mgmt Board | Mar 16, 2026 12:00 PM |
How BCMB regulates the number 1 beverage container recycling system in Canada
Mark Emsden is a seasoned executive leader with over 20 years of experience in regulatory compliance and high-stakes investigations. Since April 2025, Mark has served as President and CEO of the BCMB, driving the strategic evolution of Alberta’s beverage container recycling system.
He previously served as the organization’s Director of Operations and Compliance, where he managed over 220 depots and led critical fraud and system innovation initiatives. Before joining the BCMB in 2019, Mark had a distinguished 21-year career in UK law enforcement, specializing as a Detective in homicide and organized crime. His background includes serving as General Secretary for the Police Federation of England and Wales (Suffolk branch) and acting as a Financial Investigator for several high-profile national cases. A Royal Navy veteran, Mark holds a degree in Applied Investigations and is a Certified Fraud Examiner. He is a member of the Institute of Corporate Directors, committed to excellence in governance, stakeholder relations, and environmental stewardship. |
| Heidi Hadubiak, CEO, Canterbury Foundation | Mar 23, 2026 12:00 PM |
TBD: Seniors Housing
 Purposeful Senior Living in Edmonton with Dignity and CompassionCanterbury Foundation is a well-established assisted senior living community dedicated to upgrading the quality of life for seniors. Rooted in compassion, dignity, and respect, we offer a nurturing environment where residents feel safe, valued, and empowered. With over 50 years of experience, Canterbury has built a trusted legacy of care, delivering exceptional services tailored to the evolving needs of older adults. Canterbury Foundation Canterbury is located in Laurier Heights at 8403 142 Street NW Since 2018, Heidi has been leading Canterbury’s efforts to provide exceptional care for seniors, including those living with dementia. With a Bachelor of Nursing, an executive MBA, and credentials as a Certified Executive Coach, Heidi brings a unique blend of clinical expertise, strategic thinking, and heartfelt compassion to everything she does. Driven by her passion for human connection, Heidi is a tireless advocate for enhancing seniors’ care services and ensuring that all residents, regardless of where they are at on their journey of aging, continue to live with dignity, joy, and purpose. Under her leadership, Canterbury is more than just a seniors’ residence — it’s a community where every person matters and every story is honored. |
| Lieutenant-Colonel Taylor Hall | Mar 30, 2026 12:00 PM |
Canadian presence in Latvia and what the proximity to Russia meant
 LCol Hall will speak primarily on the Canadian presence in Latvia, and what the proximity to Russia meant to the day to day activities. Lieutenant-Colonel (LCol) Taylor Hall was born and raised in Lethbridge, Alberta, where he was active in youth sports, particularly in hockey and baseball. In 2004, he graduated from the University of Alberta in Edmonton, Alberta with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Physics and enrolled in the Canadian Armed Forces that same year as a pilot. Promoted to Captain upon receiving his wings in 2008, he was posted to 427 Special Operations Aviation Squadron in Petawawa, Ontario, to fly the CH-146 Griffon utility tactical-transport helicopter. In 2015, he was posted to the Royal Canadian Air Force Barker Aerospace College Aerospace Studies Programme with a focus on military aerospace procurement and project management. After graduating in 2016, he was posted to 438e Escadron tactique d’hélicoptères, in St-Hubert, Quebec as a tactics instructor in the Advanced Tactics Flight. Promoted to Major in 2017, LCol Hall was posted to 403 Helicopter Operational Training Squadron in Gagetown, New Brunswick as the Squadron Operations Officer and then Chief Instructor. In 2019, he returned to 427 Special Operations Aviation Squadron until 2021, when he was posted to the Canadian Forces College in Toronto, Ontario to complete the Joint Command and Staff Programme. Promoted to his present rank in 2022, he was posted to 1 Wing Headquarters in Kingston, Ontario as the A7 Staff Officer responsible for Doctrine and Training. LCol Hall has served on several international operational deployments, including Afghanistan and Kuwait. He has a Master of Defence Studies from the Royal Military College of Canada. The aspect of his career he enjoys the most has been working with Canadians from across the country an our international allies. When not flying helicopters, he enjoys skating with his family in their backyard rink or going for bike rides together around their neighbourhood. He is grateful for their incredible support. |
| NO MEETING | Apr 06, 2026 |
Easter Monday
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| TBD | Apr 13, 2026 12:00 PM |
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| J.J. Tremblay | Apr 20, 2026 12:00 PM |
Community Services Committee
JJ and his committee will review the past and future activities of the Community Services Committee.
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| Catherine Rothrack, Chief Economist, Gov Alberta | Apr 27, 2026 12:00 PM |
TBD: Alberta's Economy
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| President Anurag Shourie | May 04, 2026 12:00 PM |
Town Hall Meeting
President Anurag will moderate a club meeting reviewing the past and future of the club.
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| Edward Mondol | May 11, 2026 12:00 PM |
Youth Services Committee
Edward along with the Youth Services Committee members will review past and future activities of the committee. |
| NO MEETING | May 18, 2026 |
Victoria Day
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| TBD | May 25, 2026 12:00 PM |
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| Terry Wickham | Jun 15, 2026 12:00 PM |
Edmonton Folk Music Festival
 Terry Wickham, Producer, Edmonton Folk Music Festival This summer's festival is scheduled August 6 to 9th 2026. Usually tickets are almost sold out by mid June particularly the four day and weekend tickets. You may be able to obtain tickets for the Thursday or Friday night. |
| President Anurag Shourie | Jun 29, 2026 12:00 PM |
My year as President of Rotary Club of Edmonton
 Club President Anurag Shourie speaking reviewing his year as President of Rotary Club of Edmonton (July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026). Chair of the Day, Jason Bossert, incoming club President 2026-2027. |
| Jason Bossert, Club President 2026-2027 | Jul 06, 2026 12:00 PM |
TBD; upcoming Rotary Club of Edmonton Year
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