October is Rotary's Economic and Community Development Month, highlighting our commitment to helping people build secure livelihoods and stronger communities. At the heart of this work are people: a young person seeking their first job, an entrepreneur starting a business, a person with a disability seeking greater independence and a sense of belonging, or a family working toward financial stability.
Our annual celebration of Small Business Week with the St. Albert and District Chamber of Commerce reflects this commitment. Each October, our joint Rotary and Chamber meeting recognizes the contributions of local businesses and strengthens the connections that support our community. Thank you to the many local businesses that create opportunities, support community initiatives, and help strengthen our community. Together, we can turn service into opportunity and opportunity into lasting change.
Congratulations to President Cathy Heron, who was honoured by the Alberta Municipalities Association with lifetime membership in recognition of her 15 years of service to communities across Alberta. Well done Cathy, BZ!!
Hey folks our last parking lot sale is planned for Saturday October 17, 2026. Watch this space and for emails coming out soon with more details!
Thank you to everyon who joined us to celebrate the International Day of Peace and St. Albert's recognition as a City of Peace. It was wonderful to see our community come together to celebrate peace, belonging and inclusion. Thank you for being part of this special day!
Join us for the International Day of Peace Community Celebration as we come together to celebrate peace, connection, and our shared commitment to a welcoming, inclusive, and connected St. Albert.
This year's celebration is especially meaningful as we also recognize St. Albert as an International City of Peace.
📅 Sunday, September 20, 2026
🕛 12:00–1:30 p.m.
📍 Rotary Park, St. Albert
🕛 12:00–1:30 p.m.
📍 Rotary Park, St. Albert
Enjoy music, community connection, inspiring remarks, hot dogs, refreshments, and dessert.
Everyone is welcome. Bring your family, friends, and neighbours.
Congratulations to Darija Slokar, our newest Paul Harris Society member. Well done Darija, BZ!!
The Stop Abuse in Families (SAIF) Society Red Shoe Gala is back!!
When: Saturday October 17, 5:30 - 11:00 pm
Where: Double Tree by Hilton West Edmonton
Tickets are $165/seat or a table of 10 for $1300. Please contact John Carle if you are interested in attending.
Cathy Heron
As I begin my year as President of the Rotary Club of St. Albert, I am both honoured and excited to serve alongside such an extraordinary group of volunteers. Together with an exceptional Board and countless committed members, we are ready for another year of service and fellowship.
This Rotary year, our theme is Create Lasting Impact, and that theme will guide everything we do. My focus will be on strengthening the membership experience by creating meaningful opportunities for every member to connect, serve, and lead. Rotary is far more than attending weekly meetings—it is about belonging, purpose, friendship, and making a difference. We also hope to increase member engagement by ensuring everyone has the opportunity to contribute through both service and fundraising initiatives that support our community and our projects around the world.
The second priority for the year is environmental stewardship. As Rotary's newest Area of Focus, the environment is deeply connected to all of our work. Climate change disproportionately affects the world's most vulnerable people and impacts health, education, economic development, and peace. Throughout the year, our club will introduce practical initiatives to reduce our environmental footprint while encouraging members to consider how small actions can create meaningful, lasting change.
Rotary has had a profound impact on my own life, giving me purpose, friendships, and a sense of family. My hope is that every member experiences that same sense of belonging and fulfillment. Together, we have the opportunity to create lasting impact—not only in our world and our community, but within our club and in ourselves. I look forward to an exciting year of service, fellowship, and making a difference together.
Cathy Heron
President 2026/27
Rotary Club of St. Albert
Are you a young adult and want to find ways to get involved in your community? Welcome! Rotaract is a branch of Rotary International for those over the age of 18. We focus on local projects in our community as well as international projects! Stay tuned by checking us out on social media below!
Are you a high school student and want to find ways to get involved in your community? Welcome! Interact is a branch of Rotary International for those in grades 10-12. We focus on local projects in our community as well as international projects! Stay tuned by checking us out on social media below!
