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Training D96 Fall Event

D96 Fall Event

 By: Melody Helleouet  Published on: Oct 18, 2024
You will enjoy....gathering with your fellow Toastmasters for: Keynote Speech Club Officer Training Speech Contest preparation Awards Celebration and more! It’s going to be a jam packed day of…

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General Rotary meets TM

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

 By: Melody Helleouet  Published on: Oct 18, 2024
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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Time to Earn District Bucks

 By: Natalie  Published on: Aug 9, 2024
The 2024 - 2025 Toastmaster year has a new incentive program and you're going to want to familiarize yourself with all the opportunities to earn District Bucks for your club. Check out the following…

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Aim High with the Annual Smedley Award

 By: Louisa Davis  Published on: Aug 6, 2024
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: Aug 6, 2024
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: Jun 28, 2024
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: Jun 18, 2024
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 identify…

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District Beat the Clock

Beat the Clock Finish with Florish!

 By: Jim Heeren  Published on: May 30, 2024
End you club year on a high note.  Finish those last Pathways project levels and add members to your club to elevate your club to become Distinguished.  Schedule an Open House and get the Open House…

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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: May 12, 2024
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: Apr 9, 2024
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…

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Your District Leadership for 2024 - 2025!

 By: Paul Rostagno  Published on: Apr 7, 2024
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 member of…

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Keynote speaker announced

 By: Rob Evans  Published on: Apr 7, 2024
Rumana made international headlines in 2011, when on a visit back to Bangladesh from Vancouver, her then husband, viciously tried to kill her! The authorities there failed to take action against him…

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