An Inspiring Visit from District Governor Dr. Drew Markham!
The Rotary Club of Innisfil was thrilled to welcome some very special guests to our early morning meeting on Wednesday, July 15, 2026.
Our featured guest speaker for the morning was District Governor Dr. Drew Markham (District 7010), who delivered an inspiring, forward-looking presentation on the impact and future of Rotary both locally and globally.
Warm Welcomes and Special Guests
The morning kicked off with a wonderful sense of Rotary fellowship:
- The Introduction: Drew was warmly introduced by Arlette Utton, our dedicated Area Governor from the Rotary Club of Barrie, who highlighted Drew's passion for community-building and international service.
- A Special Guest: We were also absolutely delighted to have Drew’s wife, Janet Markham, join us for the morning. Janet and Drew frequently travel together on international service projects, exemplifying the true spirit of "Rotary families."
Key Takeaways: "Together Rotary Can"
During his presentation, Dr. Markham shared his vision for his tenure as District Governor, focusing heavily on this year's District theme, "Together Rotary Can."
Key highlights from his address included:
- Creating Lasting Impact: Aligning with the International Rotary vision, Drew spoke passionately about finding innovative ways clubs can collaborate to create a "lasting impact" in our immediate communities and abroad.
- Service Beyond Borders: Drew shared reflections from his own experiences, including his incredible work as a dentist providing much-needed dental care to Haitian refugees in the Dominican Republic through the HHART program.
- The Power of Connection: He emphasized that when local clubs work together, our collective potential to change lives is limitless.
- Upcoming District Conference: He also extended a warm invitation to all members to join the upcoming District Conference in Peterborough from September 25–27, 2026, promising a fantastic weekend of learning, celebration, and networking.
Thank You, Governor Drew!
The Rotary Club of Innisfil extends its deepest thanks to Dr. Drew Markham for his energizing presentation, to Janet for her presence, and to AG Arlette Utton for her continued support of our club.
We left the meeting feeling inspired, refocused, and ready to show our community exactly what we can accomplish because Together, Rotary Can!