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The Rotary Club of Terrace cancelled our scheduled Dinner Meeting March 16th as a reflection of increasing concerns of the risk of community transmission of the coronavirus COVID-19.

Today the Prime Minister and the BC Chief Medical Officer presented the latest messaging about precautionary measures to reduce the spread of the COVID-19 epidemic. The message was that social distancing, self-isolation where needed and appropriate sanitation procedures is critical to "flattening the curve" of the epidemic. In particular, gatherings of greater than 50 participants have been prohibited.

Rotary, with our long global experience in disease control, especially polio eradication, understands the need for measures to reduce community transmission, self-isolation when warranted, adequate individual sanitation precautions and extraordinary measures to curb the escalation of an epidemic.

Rotary, and Rotarians, are successful as an organization doing good things for people in our community and globally. Rotary works well being a dynamic, focussed and goal driven organization. Continuing those actions are important to our community, to our partners and organizations within the community, and beyond.

The cessation of weekly Rotary meetings hopefully is short term, and will include other planning meetings, youth programs and exchanges. However Rotary does not stop. The Rotary Club of Terrace will continue to be active, mostly through virtual meetings, and by completing our commitments to projects in the community and elsewhere.

The Rotary Club of Terrace will adapt and will be visible through this website and through our Facebook page. You can contact our Rotary Club though terracerotary@gmail.com, or by viewing our Facebook page. We look forward to staying in contact with you.

Brian Downie

President

Rotary Club of Terrace

Rotary Club of Terrace invites Corporate Members

Posted by Bryan Gascon, Membership Chair

This year the Rotary Club of Terrace is piloting a Corporate Membership program to implement the membership flexibility that Rotary International permits.

A Corporate membership allows Rotarian's businesses the opportunity to increase their profile though Rotary and the programs supported by the Rotary Club. A Corporate Membership enables the Rotarian a means to participate in fundraising and volunteering in ways that truly impact the community by being represented by alternates from their business. The business will have one primary Corporate Member and up to 3 Associate Members, and this benefits both the Rotarian and the Club with involvement in Rotary when they cannot attend themselves.

The Club is very pleased to have Coast Mountain College as our first Corporate Member. The Primary Corporate Member, Rotarian Justin Kohlman, is the first to come forward as he acknowledges the flexibility of the program. He has assigned 3 Associate Members that will bring a unique skill-set to the Club’s roster, benefiting Rotary. On the other hand the College maintains an active presence in the Community, one of their primary mandates.

The program is being considered a triple win:

A win for Rotary and the Rotary Club of Terrace, with 3 new talented members.

A win for Coast Mountain College as they grow their profile and continuous involvement in the community.

And a win for the community as the Rotary Club of Terrace push forward with new and exciting programs with the additional support of the College.

McConnell Estates Walkway & Gazebo

Posted on Dec 04, 2019

In 2018, the Rotary Clubs of Terrace and Terrace-Skeena Valley were asked to consider a hands-on project to build sidewalks and a gazebo for the residents of McConnell Estates, a Northern Health assisted living facility in Terrace. All parties agreed that the beautiful view overlooking Terrace was not available to many of the residents as wheel chairs were not easily maneuvered on the grass.

Rotary Auction 2019

Our Terrace Rotary Auction was very successful, held November 2nd and 3rd! The 2019 Rotary Auction is our 59th annual, and enables the Rotary Club of Terrace to support many community projects. Over $70,000 of donated items are available to bid on. Almost $50,000 was raised. Thank you for the many donors of some 420 items, and the Buyers who made the Auction successful.

Rotary Club of Terrace Wild Duck Race

Posted on Jul 20, 2019

In two weeks, the Rotary Club of Terrace Wild Duck Race will be underway! You can show your support for the amazing Rotary Projects that Rotarians support by buying Duck. And you could win $25,000!

Any Rotarian from the Rotary Club of Terrace will be pleased to ensure you have that opportunity! August 5th is the Duck Race Day so ensure you have your Duck as soon as possible so you don't miss out.

Foundation Dinner & Auction Gala Event

Posted by Tara Evans on Mar 27, 2019

58th Annual Rotary Auction

Posted by Tara Evans on Oct 25, 2018

The 58th Annual Rotary Auction will be broadcasting live from the Terrace Sportsplex Banquet room on Saturday November 3rd 6-11pm and Sunday November 4th 2-10pm on Citywest Cable 10.

Tahltan Fire Relief Donation

Posted by Tara Evans on Sep 12, 2018

Neighbours Helping Neighbours

Our hearts are with all who have been affected by the wildfires across our beautiful province being displaced, evacuated away from their homes and communities, and for some losing everything. To the firefighters risking their lives on the frontlines, we thank you! Our neighbours to the north have been affected by the largest wildfire in the province, and it’s heartbreaking to hear of the loss in Telegraph Creek, so we wanted to help out the community.

On behalf of the Rotary Club of Terrace, President Chad Sallenback presents a $5,000.00 cheque for the Tahltan Fire Relief Fund.
Pictured are (L-R): Terrace Salvation Army Captain Sarah Apperson, Robyn Day and Chad Sallenback.

A Very Successful Rotary Duck Race

Posted on Aug 15, 2018

Thank you to everyone for supporting the 2018 Rotary Wild Duck Race!!! We completely sold out this year.

1st prize $25,000 winner: Denise Tupman
2nd prize 1/2 hour helicopter tour for 5 winner: Travis Ridler
3rd prize $500 Canadian Tire gift card winner: Wayne Muchowski

Congratulations to David Oatway

Welcome to New Members

We'd like to welcome our two newest club members, Tara Evans and Garret Dobson. We're so happy to have you!

2017 Rotary Club of Terrace Auction

Posted by Brian Downie

The 57th annual Rotary Club of Terrace Auction is fast approaching!

On November 4th and 5th, 2017, Rotarians will auction some 400 donated items worth about $70 000. Funds raised are used to support community projects and organizations as well as some international endeavours. This year, the Rotary Splash Park was opened and funds from last year's Auction contributed to that successful project.

Spotless Dry cleaners employees donate to Rotary Splash Park

Posted on Mar 27, 2017

The Heighington family and the employees of Spotless Dry cleaners donated $2,500 to the Rotary Splash park. Pictured is the Rotary Splash Park chair, Kelly Gingles receiving the cheque from Rotarian and owner of Spotless Dry cleaners, John Heighington.

Please contact us if you or your business are interested in donating to the Rotary Splash park. You can email the Splash Park chair Kelly Gingles at Kelly.Gingles@nationalcar.com or Rich Toomey at rgtoomey@gmail.com for further details.

Rotary Club of Terrace supports the Thornhill Primary PAC

Posted on Feb 02, 2017

The Rotary Club of Terrace is pleased to support the Thornhill Primary Parent Advisory Committee. We donated $3,202.50 towards the much needed upgrades and renovation for the new kitchen at Thornhill Primary School. Pictured with the members of the Thornhill Primary PAC and children are Rotary Club of Terrace President, Lyle Harvey; Rotary Foundation Director, Malte Juergensen and Secretary Chad Sallenback.

MP Nathan Cullen speaks to the Rotary Club of Terrace

MP Nathan Cullen spoke to the Rotary Club of Terrace on January 9th, 2017. A former Rotarian himself, Mr. Cullen spoke on a wide range of subjects that are affecting our Country today.

Rotary Club of Terrace donates $2500 to the Salvation Army Christmas Hampers

Posted by Chad Sallenback on Dec 05, 2016

The Rotary Club of Terrace supported the 2016 Christmas hamper program of the Salvation Army with a $2500 donation. Pictured are: Capt. Jim Vanderhaden and Chad Sallenback. The Rotary Club of Terrace has proudly supported the Christmas Hamper program for many years.

Our Terrace Rotary Auction Is Completed for 2016

Posted by Brian Downie on Nov 15, 2016

The 56th Annual Rotary Club of Terrace Auction was held November 5th and 6th with great success! $72 000 of donated items were auctioned off by the spirited efforts of our Auctioneers. At the end of the Auction, we have raised $44 600, plus we received another $3700 from cash donors. We appreciate the enthusiasm of bidders who placed some 5300 bids before and during the 13 hours of the Auction.

Our Auction provides funds that enable the Club to respond to requests for financial assistance to many organizations in the community. Those organizations provide benefits to youth, to the community facilities, to social programs and to recreational programs.

Each year, we thank our donors, volunteers and our supporters in Citywest, TLC Solutions, Bell Media and the Terrace Standard for their contributions to this successful event. Without your enthusiastic involvement, we could not reach our fundraising goals.

Mark your calendars for the 2017 Rotary Club of Terrace Online Auction to be held November 4th and 5th, 2017.

Rotary Club of Terrace supports Junior Curling

Posted on Nov 08, 2016

The Rotary Club of Terrace recently donated $2,000.00 to the Junior Curling program at the Terrace Curling Club.
These funds are being used for much needed replacement of worn items for the kids, as well, purchase new protective headgear for the kids. Pictured are Junior curling kids and coaches, Terrace Curling Association President Gord Lawley and Rotarian Chad Sallenback presenting the cheque.

Rotary Auction 2016

Posted on Oct 20, 2016

The 2016 Rotary Auction is upon us! This is one of our largest fundraisers of the year! The Terrace business community has generously donated over 380 fabulous items that are collectively worth over $60,000.

That's where you come in! We need your help getting all of this stuff off our hands!

The Rotary Club of Terrace TV Auction starts online at auction.terracerotary.org. You can bid online early, starting Friday October 28, at 5PM. Check the October 28th Northern Connector, or the November 2nd Terrace Standard newspaper for items to bid on.

You will require a Bid # to bid on any item which you can obtain by opening a New Buyer Registration page on the Home Page of our auction website. If you need a reminder of your last year's number, contact auction@terracerotary.org, or call us at 778-634-3502.

On Saturday November 4th and Sunday November 5th, we will be broadcasting live on TV on Citywest Cable Channel 10. During our weekend long broadcast you can bid online, or by phoning 778-634-3501, or joining us at the Terrace Sportsplex. We'd love to see you there!

Rotary Club of Terrace Wild Duck Race

Posted on Aug 16, 2016

Here’s the Winning Ducks!! Congratulations to:

1^st Prize $25,000 - Alanna and Gord Bentham

2^nd Prize - $1000 Home Hardware Gift Certificate sponsored by Home Hardware and National Car and Truck Rental - Robin Woodman

3^rd Prize - $500 Canadian Tire Gift Certificate - Kim Sefert

Terrace Child Development Centre donation

The donation of $4000.00 was made on May 17th to support the CDC in replacing their boiler for their therapeutic pool. The pool’s boiler had been out of commission for almost a year. It is now up and running smoothly and the preschool students are enjoying the benefits.

In the picture is Fiona Delorme (CDC), students Katy and Taya Moniz, Preschool teacher Jodi Payjack and Rotarian Sabrina Moniz.

Terrace Rotary supports the R.E.M. Lee Theatre

On May 16th, 2016 the Rotary Club of Terrace presented a cheque to the R.E.M. Lee Theatre to help replace their projector for $2,500.00.

The Terrace Rotary Club is proud to support local organizations such as the R.E.M Lee Theatre.

In the picture from Left to Right are: Theatre Coordinator, Nancy Stone Archer and Rotarians Amber Zanon, John Heighington, and Art Erasmus

Local young girl shows a big heart for Rotary Splash Park

Posted by Chad Sallenback on Jun 20, 2016

Grace Griffin turned 7 years old on June 18^th. For her birthday she asked that instead of her friends bringing her a present, that they make a donation to the Rotary Splash Park. Grace raised $220 dollars and presented the money at a special Family day lunch meeting on June 20^th in front of her friends and family. In attendance, were members from the Terrace Rotary club and the Rotaract club.

Honored to receive the funds in the picture from left to right are Chad Sallenback, club Secretary and friend of Grace, Grace Griffin and Rotary Splash Park Chairman, Kelly Gingles.

Way to go Grace!

Rotary Club of Terrace TV Auction Raises $45,300 For Community Projects

Posted on Nov 13, 2015

It was another incredible Rotary Club TV Auction this past weekend thanks to the generous business community and the countless hours of volunteer hours it took to make this event happen. Here are a few statistics from this year's fund raising efforts:

Number of businesses that made a donation to the auction: 267
Total retail value of the donated items: $72,513
Number of buyers: 671
Value of the sold items which translates to money raised for community projects: $45,530...

Thanks to everyone who helped make this year's auction such a great success!

55th Annual Rotary Club Auction Goes Live Saturday November 7th

Posted on Nov 01, 2015

The Rotary Club of Terrace TV Auction has started online at auction.terracerotary.org. Check the October 30th Northern Connector, or the November 4th Terrace Standard newspaper for items to bid on.

You will require a Bid # to bid on any item which you can obtain by opening New Buyer Registration page on the Home Page of our auction website. If you need a reminder of your last year's number, contact auction@terracerotary.org, or call us at 778-634-3502.

On Saturday November 7th and Sunday November 8th, we will be broadcasting live on TV on Citywest Cable Channel 10. During our weekend long broadcast you can bid online, or by phoning 778-634-3501, or joining us at the Terrace Sportsplex.