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Rotary Club of Winnipeg-Assiniboine
Welcome to Our Club
Service Above Self. Local commitment. Global impact.
Meeting Information
When: Thursdays at 5:45pm
Where: Birchwood Inn
2520 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3K 3T6
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We welcome guests and prospective members. Because we regularly volunteer or hold activities outside the hotel, please contact us before attending.

Email: club@rcwacf.ca
Home Page Stories
Rotary Night at the Goldeyes

Last night, members of the Rotary Club of Winnipeg-Assiniboine joined fellow Rotarians for an evening at the Winnipeg Goldeyes game.

It was a great opportunity to enjoy some baseball, connect with members from other Rotary clubs, and spend an evening together outside of our regular meetings and service activities.

Fellowship is an important part of Rotary. Sometimes serving our community also means taking a night to connect, have some fun, and cheer on the home team.
Artbeat Studio receiving Canada Day lawn signs from the Rotary Club of Winnipeg-Assiniboine
Canada Day Signs Find a Creative Second Life

Our Canada Day lawn signs are getting a second life at Artbeat Studio Inc.

Following this year's Canada Day Lawn Sign Program, the Rotary Club of Winnipeg-Assiniboine donated the collected signs to Artbeat Studio, where they will be reused for a future sign-making workshop.

From community fundraising to community art. The signs helped support Rotary's work in Winnipeg and can now support creativity and community programming at Artbeat Studio.

Thank you to everyone who participated in our Canada Day program, and to Artbeat Studio for finding a creative new use for the signs.

Winnipeg was represented at our District Conference this past weekend in Neepawa, MB.

Although it was cool out, @sturgeonheightsroteract and Friends of Living Prairie Museum joined us last night as we collected debris @livingprairiemuseum. It's a place of beauty and incredible information about our prairies. Have you been?
Did you know Artbeat Studio's urban center is still open even with all the changes happening at Portage Place? It's a fabulous and safe place for those who struggle with mental illness to reconnect or find their creative side again. To learn more, check them out! https://artbeatstudio.ca/
 
 
Creating Lasting Impact: District 5550 Leadership Seminar
Rotarians across District 5550 came together for an inspiring and impactful Leadership Retreat and Learning Seminar, focused on preparing for the 2026/27 Rotary year.
The session emphasized strategic leadership, youth engagement, innovation, and executing meaningful projects aligned with Rotary’s Areas of Focus and Avenues of Service. It was a powerful opportunity to learn, connect, and strengthen our commitment to service.
Participants left energized and equipped with practical tools to build stronger clubs, deliver measurable impact, and expand Rotary’s reach in our communities.
Together, we continue to create lasting impact through Service Above Self.
RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Assembly) students joined us last night to let us know not only about the amazing fun time they had but also what they learned and how they'll take that knowledge back to their schools to give back to the community. We can't wait to hear how your schools Interact clubs do in the years to come!
 
Being in the community isn't always about volunteering. Last night, we joined @stjames55centre for their Western themed fundraiser. We ate, danced, and learned a few different line dancing. A great night was had. Thanks @tyler.crichton.wpg for coming with us!
 
 
 
Paul Samyn joined us tonight and to receive his Paul Harris Fellowship. 
His work with the Winnipeg Free Press has its challenges, but he reminds us how important a journalists work is, especially when there is AI and fake news.
Aarika, President of the John Taylor Interact Club, spoke to us about her experience at Adventures in Citizenship this past May in Ottawa.
 
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Last night, our club, along with 4 other Rotary Clubs, held a Paul Harris dinner to present Paul Harris Fellows to 9 recipients who have made important and positive impacts in our communities. 
Congratulations, Angela Klassen, Paul Samyn, Patty Mainville, David Wiebe, Jim Thiessen, Colin Lount, Kevin Schultz, Mary Dempster and Jim Steep.
  
 
 
 
 
What a great night to have our Rotary club join Bear Clan Patrol tonight, along with some students from CMU. The weather was good, the company wonderful and you can never go wrong helping out in the community.
 
It's that time of year to help clean the Living Prairie Museum! It's amazing what is revealed once the snow is gone. 
#peopleinaction #Rotary #community #livingprairiemuseum
As the weather warms up, more folks have joined the Bear Clan Patrol last night!
#Rotary #Community #bearclanpatrol
 
Thanks SJA55+ Centre for the great chat tonight. It's always nice to get together with organizations that do such excellent work in the community. 
We look forward to seeing you again soon!
 
 

 
 
 
Last weekend, our club helped out with the Salvation Army Christmas Kettles. It was heart-warming to see so many people donate. 
 
 
As the weather began to get colder, our club collected socks, scarves, toques, and mitts to fill the wagon we gifted to Bear Clan.
 
This wagon, packed with warmth and care, helps ensure these essential items reach those in need throughout our community.
Did you know there's a unique treasure in the community? Here at Living Prairie Museum, you learn and can discover the importance of grasslands, as there is less than 1% left in North America, and the ecosystems it helps. Our club has been a great supporter of the Living Prairie Museum for many years, so if you want to learn why it's free to take a walk through the 32 acres or learn more by going on a tour or checking out their hidden treasures inside.
@livingprairiemuseum
 
Members of our Rotary Club enjoyed a fantastic evening at Assiniboia Downs!
 
It was a night filled with camaraderie, excitement, and community spirit as we cheered on the races together.
 
A great time was had by all!
 

We are thrilled to share some amazing moments from the second annual Rotary Green Spaces Golf Tournament held on August 13th, 2024, at the beautiful Kingswood Golf and Country Club in La Salle. The event was a tremendous success, bringing together passionate golfers, community supporters, and Rotary members for a day filled with fun, fellowship, and a shared commitment to our community.

Thanks to your participation and generous support, we are one step closer to enhancing the green spaces in west Winnipeg. The proceeds from this year’s tournament will go directly to support the Assiniboine Forest, Living Prairie Museum, and Grant’s Old Mill—three incredible beneficiaries that contribute to the beauty and sustainability of our community.

A special thank you to our sponsors, volunteers, and everyone who contributed.  Your involvement truly makes a difference!

Click into the story for many pictures.

Let's go  Goldeyes! What a great night cheering on our local baseball team.
 
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