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The Rotary Club of Richmond kicked off its new term with events, meetings, and exciting plans for the future. At our first few meetings, the Club discussed how the Rotary Club of Richmond can continue to thrive into the future. We are strong with 42 members, but we are looking for ways to attract new members, and continue strong engagement. We discussed how to modernize our IT infrastructure and website for better functionality; proposed future networking initiatives; more and more social events; and proposals for innovative ideas like a Rotary Thrift Shop in Steveston. At our first four meetings, committee chairs shared updates on ongoing initiatives, including fundraising plans, the club’s nomination for Association of the Year, and progress on district foundation activities, with reminders to contribute auction items and attend the upcoming dinner. Members also discussed a range of community and fellowship projects, from a high-visibility house sign program to improve emergency response, to multi-club fellowship events such as the Labour Day picnic and mid-autumn gatherings. A key theme in our meetings has been brainstorming the importance of building partnerships, exploring collaboration opportunities with the Richmond Rotary Club and international sister clubs, as well as engaging younger volunteers through organizations like the Girl Guides. The club additionally committed to improving member attendance to 75% by June 2026, and our newest member, Rajan will be taking on social media responsibilities to enhance the club's visibility and recruitment efforts. Thanks, Rajan! New Member! At our July 23rd meeting, we were thrilled to welcome a new Rotary Club of Richmond Rotarian, Eunice Wu! 
Eunice transfered from the Rotary Club of Taipei An Tong. Eunice is the General Manager of Tender Way Home Care Services Ltd. She moved to Vancouver from Taipei, Taiwan, three years ago and now lives in Langley. In Taiwan, she was an active member of the Rotary Club of Taipei An Tung (District 3522) from 2020 until she transferred in 2025. During that time, she served as the club secretary and participated in numerous community service projects. Outside of work and Rotary, she enjoys reading, traveling, and staying active through exercise. Community Updates We have also started a new feature - a monthly Community Update with updates on political, social, and community updates in Richmond and BC. Rotary Club of Richmond members, MP Chak Au and Zach Segal are both politically engaged and will be sharing updates. Last month, we heard from Zach Segal who ran in the most recent federal election for Richmond-East Steveston. He spoke about issues of crime, homelessness, poverty and the economy in Richmond and BC, and the upcoming municipal election in Richmond. 
In August, we heard from another Richmond Rotarian, MP Chak Au, who was elected as the Conservative Member of Parliament in Richmond Centre- Marpole. He spoke about recent developments in Richmond around the recent Cowichan land claim debate. 
Classification Talks We also heard from our newest member, Rajan Paul, in a classification talk. Rajan is a lifelong resident of Richmond. In fact he's lived in the same neighbourhood my entire life. He is a big believer that a strong community is built on what you give back to your community. He has served his community for 30 years as a shelter worker, running a homeless shelter for the Salvation Army. He has also volunteered for 7 years as a community sports coach - Richmond Raiders, Richmond FC, Richmond Ball Hockey Association and Richmond and Cosom Hockey Association.
He also held the position of vice president of the RDPA (Richmond District Parents Association) 2023 to 2024.
He currently hold the position of President of the Richmond Hospital Healthcare Auxiliary and is the manager of the Richmond Hospital Thrift Shop in Steveston.
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