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General Rotary meets TM

🌟🌟 SPECIAL EVENT: The Magic of Rotary Meets the Power of Toastmasters

 By: Melody Helleouet  Published on:
Discover how Rotary’s community service and leadership combine with Toastmasters' communication expertise in this inaugural event. It's a unique opportunity to connect, learn, and grow with members…

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District Sparker background with the words 'Smedley Award 5 New Members" with the Toastmaster logo.

Aim High with the Annual Smedley Award

 By: Louisa Davis  Published on:
Named in honor of Ralph Smedley, the founder of Toastmasters International, this prestigious award celebrates clubs that excel in membership growth and engagement. Here’s how you can achieve this…

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It's Renewal Time!

 By: Louisa Davis  Published on:
We are thrilled to announce two fantastic incentives to encourage you to renew your memberships and keep the momentum going in our vibrant community. These opportunities are designed to reward your…

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International Stefano Cossalter receiving the trophy

Stefano Cossalter wins Regional Quarterfinals

 By: Rob Evans  Published on:
Toastmasters International has officially announced our very own Stefano Cossalter to represent our Toastmasters District 96 - BC and Yukon at the 2023–2024 International Speech Contest Semifinals.…

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Club Coaches Planning Next Move

Interested in being a Club Coach?

 By: Jim Heeren  Published on:
What is a Club Coach? A Club Coach is a dedicated Toastmaster who supports struggling clubs in achieving excellence. As a coach, you’ll work closely with the club officers and members to…

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2023-2024 Distinguished Clubs

 By: Guest Author  Published on:
From 2023-2024 PRESIDENT’S DISTINGUISHED (21)
A 1 First Canadian Toastmasters Club
A 3 Quorum Toastmasters
B 10 Thunderbird Toastmasters Club
B 11 Rise and Shine
B 12 Oak Bay…

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District 'Spring in a new Centennial' conference theme logo over a blurred image of a field in the spring

Let's EAT!

 By: Rob Evans  Published on:
Something for everyone to enjoy! A great value for your registration fees, not to mention the amazing line up of keynote and Education speakers and our Evaluation and International Speech Contests to…

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Call for Education Presenters

 By: Melody Helleouet  Published on:
We are looking for three speakers who can present outstanding 45-minute sessions in-person, on Saturday, May 18th, 2024 at the University Golf Club in Vancouver, B.C.
Both Toastmasters and non-…

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Your District Leadership for 2024 - 2025!

 By: Paul Rostagno  Published on:
District Director  James Heeren, DTM, a Toastmaster since 1997, current Club Growth Director, past Area and Division Director, past District Governor and past Region Advisor. Currently a…

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District 96 Annual Conference 2024

 By: Melody Helleouet  Published on:
Dear Toastmasters and Friends, We are thrilled to unveil the theme of this year's District 96 Conference: "Spring to a New Centennial"! This captivating theme encapsulates our upcoming…

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Call for Nominations for the Communication & Leadership Award

 By: Jim Heeren  Published on:
District 96 Toastmasters, It is a tradition at the District 96 Conference that we honor a non-Toastmaster, member of the community as the Communication & Leadership Award participant.  Here…

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District D96 Search for 2023-2024 Conference Chair & Committee Volunteers

D96 Search for 2023-2024 Conference Chair & Committee Volunteers

 By: Melody Helleouet  Published on:
Dear Fellow District 96 Toastmasters,
 
It takes a village to plan a major District conference. And there is no greater opportunity for our members to learn and grow their leadership…

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