THE
EC KEY
Volume 9 Issue 1
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INTRODUCTIONS
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Letter from the Editor Letter from the Governor Letter from the Int. Trustee Meet the ECD Board
PARTNERS
KICKING OFF THE YEAR
09 District Service Project: TNA 10 ECD Membership Task Force 12 Getting Back Into Key Club
EVENTS
14 Solo Summer Service 15 Walkathon 16 DLTC
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YOF GRANT
CO NT EN TS
Letter from the Editor Hi Key Clubbers! My name is Michelle Zhou and I am beyond honoured to be serving as the Bulletin Editor on the Eastern Canada District Board for the 2021-2022 service year. I hope you all had an awesome (and safe) summer, and are ready for the school year! First off, a big thank you to everyone who participated in our Summer Solo Service event. Thank you for helping clean up your community. We received an overwhelming amount of support and participation in our very first service initiative to kick-off what I hope will be another successful service year. Although we have to go back to school once again, every cloud has a silver lining, and I could not be more excited to get back to being a part of my school's Key Club! I am so excited for the upcoming year and everything we have planned for you. The EC Key is a newsletter by the Bulletin Editor for the entire district, meant to showcase and acknowledge the achievements of all our Key Clubs and send out relevant announcements and updates. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you wish to be featured in next season's issue; I will be happy to work with you. I wish everyone good luck in their studies and in their service journeys, and I look forward to getting to know as many of you as I can. Your Friend in Leadership and Service,
Michelle Zhou editor.ecdkeyclub@gmail.com
@spaghettiinhalers
Letter from the Governor Hi Eastern Canada! My name is Jackie Fisher and I am honoured to be serving as your District Governor for the 2021-2022 service year! I have enjoyed my term so far, and working with this year's district board over the summer to plan events for the district! I could not be more excited to return to school this year, and get involved with my home school’s Key Club! After this past tough year, it will be awesome to reconnect with everyone in-person, and do some truly amazing service for the community! Even though you might not be excited to return to school, I hope you are as excited as I am to reconnect with Key Club and service. I’m looking forward to meeting you all at the events being held this year, whether in person or virtually! If you have a meeting you’d like me to attend, or say a few words, don’t hesitate to reach out, I love attending club meetings and events when I’m able to! I wish you all the best in your studies this year, and want you to know that I am here if you need to reach out for anything, even if it’s not Key Club related. I’m here to help with any problems that may come your way! You can find all of my contact information below. All the best,
Jackie Fisher Eastern Canada District Governor Key Club International governor.ecdkeyclub@gmail.com
@jackle_fisher
Letter from the Intl. Trustee Hello Eastern Canada! My name is Cheyenne Stewart, and I am absolutely thrilled to be your new International Trustee! I’m originally from a small European country called Hungary, and I now live in Terre Haute, Indiana. This is my fourth and final (sadly) year in Key Club, and this trustee year is the cherry on top of all of the service I’ve been a part of in high school! As you may know, Eastern Canada was paired with CNH KIWIN’S and Michigan for this service year, and our group is called the CaMiWins Sistrict (sister districts)! My role as trustee is to support each governor to the level they need, complete lasting work on international committees, connect with district and international board members, and serve as the liaison between you and the international level. On an international level, I desire to implement an advisor training and officer succession plan, help clubs recover from COVID losses, and work to create a truly inclusive and equitable service environment. During my term, I hope to connect clubs from the three regions to improve international collaboration, host multiple sistrict Zoom sessions where members can interact, and provide monthly office hours where you can all access me for any questions you may have. I’m not just here for the Governors; I’m here for any and all of you through both Key Club events and life events! Thank you so much for welcoming me into your Key Club family. Remember, YOU are the driving force that keeps Key Club alive; without your dedication, our organization would not thrive! I cannot WAIT to travel to your meetings, events, and conventions and to see you even through Zoom! Don’t hesitate to contact me at any time or day because I’d love to get to know as many of you as possible! Yours in Friendship and Service,
Cheyenne Stewart (she/her) International Trustee 2021-2022 +1 812 239 5842 cheyenne.stewart@keyclub.org
@cheystewart_
MEET TH JACKIE FISHER | District Governor governor.ecdkeyclub@gmail.com
@jackle_fisher
Hi everyone! My name is Jackie and I am super excited to be the Eastern Canada District Governor this year! I live in Ingersoll, Ontario. This will be my third year serving on the board after two previous terms as Lieutenant Governor. When I’m not busy with Key Club you can find me cuddling up with my dog Ghost reading a good book, hanging out with friends, or playing Mario Kart on my Nintendo Switch. Also, I love listening to and playing music. I play the Bass and Bb Clarinet, and tenor saxophone. Being involved and serving in my community is super important to me, and I can’t wait to see how this service year will go!
SERENA BUTERA | Executive Assistant dea.ecdkeyclub@gmail.com
@serenaabutera
Hello Eastern Canada! I'm Serena, your District Executive Assistant. I'm a Grade 12 Student at Saint Paul Highschool in Niagara Falls. I would describe myself as a busy bee, and love to participate in a variety of extracurricular activities such as Student Senate for the NCDSB, Piano, Student and Music Council, Basketball and Track and Field. Reach out anytime for Key Club activities, or just to get to know each other better!
AMY SIMCOE | Secretary-Treasurer dst.ecdkeyclub@gmail.com
@amy_e_simcoe
Hey there ECD! I am so happy to be working as the Secretary-Treasurer on the board this year! I’m a grade 12 student at Cairine Wilson Secondary School, where I am involved in the school newspaper, our Link Crew and the ski team on top of Key Club. I am Co-Chair of the DELC committee on our board, which is incredibly fun and rewarding. This year I hope to reconnect our clubs as we make the slow transition back to in-person learning and help keep our district thriving.
MICHELLE ZHOU | Bulletin Editor editor.ecdkeyclub@gmail.com
@spaghettiinhalers
Hi Key Clubbers! I'm Michelle, a grade 12 student in the TOPS Program at Marc Garneau Collegiate Institute. I love learning, experiencing new things, and meeting new people. I'm especially passionate about the science, math, and research. In my free time, I enjoy drawing, music, and volunteering with other organizations (obviously). I am beyond honoured to have been selected as the ECD's Bulletin Editor for the 2021-2022 service year, and I cannot wait to show everyone what we have prepared for this year!
LAURA TRINH | Webmaster webmaster.ecdkeyclub@gmail.com
@laura_trinhknl
Hey ECD! I'm Laura Trinh, a grade 11 student at Glebe Collegiate Institute, Ottawa. I've met some of the most amazing people I know in Key Club, and it's shown me service leadership, and friendship, but above all, Key Club has shown me a community of caring hearts. Outside of Key Club, I am involved in my school's World Action Club, Athletic Council, and my church. With all this time on my hands, I've also been lucky enough to bake my heart away. I look forward to all the memories we will make together ECD!
E BOARD DEEPIKA RAMKUMR | LG Division 2/3 lgdiv23.ecdkeyclub@gmail.com
@ecd_division2.3
Hello Key Clubbers! I am honoured to serve as the Lieutenant Governor of Division 2/3 for this service year! My long-term goal for this service year is to break the "volunteering hours only" stigma around service and retain passionate Key Club members. Apart from Key Club, I love to dance, draw and spend time with my family and friends. I look forward to connecting with all you passionate Key Clubbers this service year and if you have any questions or concerns please feel free to reach out to me!
FINESSE WARRINER | LG Division 4 lgdiv4.ecdkeyclub@gmail.com
@division4_keyclub
Hi I'm Finesse Warriner and I'm the Lieutenant Governor for Division 4! I'm currently in grade 11 at AN Myer Secondary School and I've been in Key Club since grade 9 where I've held the positions of bulletin editor and club president in previous terms. I'm also a part of AN Myer's student advisory team, DSBN's student senate and I'm a peer-leader for REACT Niagara! I'm looking forward to a great term and can't wait to meet everyone soon! :)
MARGAD SUKHBAATAR | LG Division 5 lgdiv5.ecdkeyclub@gmail.com
@ecdkeydivision5
Hi! My name is Margad Sukhbaatar and I am delighted to be your Lieutenant Governor for Division Five this service year. I joined Key Club in grade nine, and have made so many fun memories since. Being a part of this community is so rewarding as you see the impact of service every single time. This service year, I want to focus on positive and equitable change in my community of division five. I also want to improve relations within all Key Clubs. In my free time, I absolutely love spending time outdoors and working with other youth-led groups. I am absolutely looking forward to working with everyone this service year!
BROOKE COLMAN | LG Division 8/9/10 lgdiv8910.ecdkeyclub@gmail.com
@ecd_div.8.9.10
Hi ECD! My name is Brooke Colman and I am the Lieutenant Governor for Division 8/9/10. I go to Cairine Wilson Secondary School. I helped charter my Key Club in November 2020 and have had a fantastic experience with KCI so far. I have learned so much and I am looking forward to bringing all these skills and experience with me in the leadership of our division. I hope to improve communication and partnership between clubs and to to use my experience to promote and lead environmental service projects. Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions/concerns or to just say hi!
MICHAEL NGUYEN | LG Division 11/12 lg11.12.ecdkeyclub@gmail.com
@division1112
Hey Key Clubbers, it's been an honor for me to be a part of and have the chance to lead this lovely community. I am not here to be the person you would look up to but to be one that can bring connections between people and people or just to be a friend. I hope in this year, together with the Board members, I can help establish service projects of which Key Club members like you can have chances to express your core values and improve lives. Contact me and I'll be there!
-KEY CLUB PARTNERSKey Club Partners
Cause Partners & Preferred Charities
To learn more about Key Club International's partnerships, and the Summer Leadership Conference 2021, visit:
https://www.keyclub.org/about/partnership/
True North Aid is a Canadian charity dedicated to serving and supporting northern Indigenous communities in Canada through practical humanitarian assistance. Their initiatives are established on 8 foundational stones of support:
SELF-DETERMINATION E M P O W E R I N G
T H E
N E X T
RECONCILIATION
G E N E R A T I O N
L E A R N I N G
F R O M
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G R O W I N G
Indigenous Youth Opportunities Programs
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Lightning Dawn Hockey Scholarship Program
The Good Ally Project (GAP)
T O G E T H E R
ockey Cares
The Ballantyne Project / The Camino Way Project
WATER C L E A N
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FOOD
A C C E S S I B L E
T H E
N O U R I S H M E N T
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True North Aid Water Fund
From Bag to Bannock - Flour Project
Water First & Growing Roots Program
Learning from the Land - Supporting Cultural Programs
True North Aid Water Project
Food drives for First Nations communities
HEALTH P H Y S I C A L
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M E N T A L
HOUSING
A S S I S T A N C E
S H E L T E R
F R O M
T H E
S T O R M S
Moon Time Sisters
Furniture for First Nations
Maamiikiwe Project - Give a Gift, Change a Life
Furnishing Homes in Northern Ontario
Health for Fort Hope Project
HOPE S H A R I N G
T H E
B U R D E N
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L I F T I N G
EDUCATION T H E
L O A D
W H A T
S C H O O L
D I D N ' T
T E A C H
Y O U
Northern Supplies for Success
Bridging the Gap - A Walk Towards Reconciliation
Aklavik Sewing Project
A Taste of Indigenous Canada
Bikes for Gaagagekiizhik School
Through reconciliation and education, they raise awareness and promote better understanding of the tragic history of nonIndigenous/Indigenous relations in Canada. Mutual cooperation and respect will make a difference, and open doors to a broader discussion and understanding of the present situation, as well as available options.
Visit them at
www.truenorthaid.ca to learn more or
to help their initiatives by donating.
INTRODUCING...
The ECD Membership Task Force We are forming a task force of devoted Key Clubbers from across Eastern Canada focused on supporting their local clubs through creating resources and social media content to inspire service and participation in activities.
This task force will consist of four subcommittees:
Informational Documents and Resources Equity and Inclusion Instagram and Infographics Tiktok and Other Multimedia CLICK HERE TO APPLY
Informational Documents and Resources Spearheading equity and inclusion initiatives across the district Religious Holidays Socioeconomic Issues in the community Awareness Months and More!
Instagram and Infographics Increase the ECD's social media presence on other platforms Creating content based on things they deem necessary for the district to know Get to Know COVID Squad and More!
Responsible for creating detailed informational resources Resources aimed at assisting in: Meeting Tips ABC Service Booklets Club Executive Tips and Tricks and More!
Equity and Inclusion Making Instagram posts based on things they deem necessary for the district to know Making Meetings Fun Local Service Projects How to Better Get Involved and More!
Tiktok and Other Multimedia
If you are a member of the ECD Membership Task Force and you would like to further your involvement with the district, you should join a board committee, where you can regularly assist Board Members on district-wide initiatives!
The four board committees are: DELC Committee, Membership Development and Growth, K-Fam Relations, and Public Relations and Preferred Charities.
You will need to go through an interview process to join a board committee.
If you have any additional questions, please email dea.ecdkeyclub@gmail.com.
Getting Back Into Key Club The start of a new school year can only mean one thing: new Key Club service projects and awesome events! All our events and service projects are made possible by dedicated Key Clubbers like you through your annual dues.
WHAT ARE DUES? Registered members of Key Club pay an annual fee that goes to Key Club International, which then provides key Clubs all over the world with funds, allowing your club to run activities and events over the course of the service year. The rest of the money goes towards membership materials, marketing, fundraising efforts and events, and allows us to host larger district-wide and international events and conventions for you!
KEY CLUB MEMBERSHIP Once you are registered as a member by your club secretary or club Advisor, you will have access to membership materials from Key Club International and your District Board. Dues for Key Clubbers in the Eastern Canada District pay a total of $13.50 USD ($6.50 USD for district dues, $7.00 USD for international dues), or ~$17.00 CAD. Make sure to get your all your club's dues in my December 1st to claim the Early Bird Dues award at DELC for your club!
membership update centre Kiwanis and faculty advisors use the Membership Update Centre to add new members and update records after officer elections at the end of each service year. Club officers can follow the same steps to update club info and membership info, including email addresses and expected year of graduation.
SOLO SUMMER SERVICE This summer, our Key Clubbers continued to serve their communities throughout COVID-19 lockdowns and restrictions.
SOLO SUMMER SCAVENGER HUNT To celebrate the end of Solo Summer Service, we hosted a scavenger hunt in partnership with Circle K!
Solo Summer Service
DISTRICT WALKATHON SEPTEMBER 1 - OCTOBER 1 Participate in a walkathon in your area and collect pledges from your loved ones for each kilometre walked. A portion of the donations will go towards True North Aid.
How to Participate: 1.
Download or print off the personal tracker form and pledge tracker. These will be used to log your personal distance, fundraising goals and your sponsorships. Both will need to be submitted, along with images of your activity as proof. 2.
Seek donations and get moving! Walk, run, bike, skate, or rollerblade safely within your community, following COVID guidelines. There is a minimum amount you will need to travel and raise money for. 3.
Submit the pledge and tracker form!
Click here for more on participating, donating, and to access the resources.
D L T C
IVISIONAL
20 21
EADERSHIP RAINING ONFERENCE
SEP 18 10 AM EST
FEATURING: Positional Training Workshops Key Club Core Value Workshops K-Fam Panel Session + Special Guests click here to view the virtual dltc 2021 agenda
APPLY NOW FOR A
Y. O. F. GRANT youth opportunities fund
https://www.keyclub.org/resources/yof-information/
The Youth Opportunities Fund (YOF) grant is available for Key Clubs in good standing to apply for support with a service project. A Key Club in good standing means that the club’s yearly dues must be paid before you can qualify to receive a grant from the Kiwanis Children’s Fund. If you receive a grant, YOF grant recipients are required to submit a grant report by the deadline, January 1, 2021 in order to qualify for future funding.
https://www.keyclub.org/youth-opportunities-fund/