April 21, 2026: Following on the success of our two previous events in 2024 and 2025, Prepared & Positive 2026, organized in partnership with Parents Lifeline of Eastern Ontario, attracted parents and caregivers looking for information and support to help them address the mental health issues experienced by their children. Upon arrival at Saint Paul University, parents were heard saying that they had attended this event last year and were so glad to know that it was happening again!
April 6, 2026: A global gathering of voices, stories, and music comes together for Unite for Peace: a live online event featuring Rotary Peace Fellows, humanitarian leaders, and internationally recognized musicians sharing real experiences of conflict, resilience, and reconciliation.
Hosted by Rotary Zones 28 & 32, with Producer Joe Solway and Technical Producer Robert Friend, this special online event invites participants from around the world to explore what peacebuilding looks like in practice and how each of us can play a role.
🗓️ Date: May 20
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM EDT
🌐 Format: Zoom Event
March 31, 2026: Rotary Club of West Ottawa members recently completed the secure disposal of historical records, transporting five boxes of archived materials to Dymon Storage in Ottawa for professional shredding.
April 01, 2026: Every April, Rotary clubs around the world turn their attention to the environment. Not because a single month is enough, but because shared focus creates momentum. On April 22, when Earth Day arrives, Rotary members in communities large and small are already in motion. For the Rotary Club of West Ottawa, Environment Month is a chance to look outward at the remarkable work being done by Rotarians around the world, and inward at the question of where we, as Rotarians, might one day plant our own contribution.
The Free Reading Program is our online English literacy platform designed to build strong reading, writing, speaking and comprehension skills.
With more than 260 units and over 3,600 fun, interactive activities in levels K to grade 6, the Free Reading Program (FRP) covers phonics, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, comprehension, and creative writing. Each person learns at their own pace, building skills through games, stories, and engaging exercises that are enjoyable and rewarding.
Great for those learning at home, those who want extra resources, those new to English or who have trouble learning, and to organizations who support literacy. By offering this accessible, professional solution, we help learners young and old gain confidence, open doors to opportunities, and spark a lifelong love of reading and writing.
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It's completely free and private. There are no pop-ups or nags and your email address is never shared. Lots more info at www.bereading.org, or email freereadingprogram@rcwo.ca.
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Rotary Clubs: Apply here to get your branded FRP campus at no cost. Bring literacy learning to your community.
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With the Free Reading Program, we realize our commitment to basic education and literacy by making reading and writing free, fun, and available to all.
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