RCNS Bulletin – June 24, 2026
Chair of the Meeting: President Danny Cassidy
Anthem: Gordon Brown
Toast to The King, Canada and Rotary: President Danny Cassidy
Land Acknowledgement: President Danny Cassidy
Attendance: 17 attended, including two guests: Nadia Vaughn, a prospective member, guest of Basil; and Jim Cassidy, Danny’s younger brother.
Speaker: Farewell to the outgoing president, Danny Cassidy
Past president and incoming president Basil Dias introduced Danny, praising him for his outstanding leadership as Club President.
Danny reflected on the year’s successes and challenges, thanked members for keeping the club strong, and expressed special appreciation to the directors for their support.
Following his remarks, Club Secretary Dave Hardy presented Danny Cassidy with the Rotary Gavel and Plaque, along with the Past President Rotary Pin, in recognition of his dedication and leadership as 2025–2026 President of the Rotary Club of North Scarborough.
Incoming President Basil Dias also thanked Danny for selecting him as next year's president and expressed hope for his support.
Announcements:- Gordon Brown announced that Gala tickets are available and asked members to contact him to order them.
- There is no meeting next Wednesday on Canada Day – Happy Canada Day!
- Danny reported that the Princess Margaret Ride for Cancer was a tremendous success. His group raised more than $23,000, and the event raised approximately $23.3 million overall.
Sargeant at Arms: Gordon Brown- Gordon only asked for happy bucks, he is enjoying the world cup, and a new great grandson?
- Dave Hardy’s mom passed the driving test – Congratulations!
- Frank and Beth had great time in the UK
- Alan, Basil, Dhanni, Suresh, Arthur and others were happy to enjoy the fellowship.
There being no further business for the good of Rotary, Danny closed the meeting.
