ABOUT US
About Us
The Rotary Club of Port Moody was born of a desire to contribute more directly to the community of Port Moody. Spearheaded by Gene Vickers and ably supported by a founding membership group of Linda Balzer, Gayle Carter, Alan Schmelzel and Gary Wiggins, the foundation of the new club was laid.
In September of 1999 members from 2 Tri-City Rotary Clubs branched out to form the provisional club of Port Moody following the requirements of Rotary International. 25 members from the business community comprised the total group.
The atmosphere of the club established at that time was one of warmth and camaraderie. Dubbed at the time the “hugging club”, the Rotary Club of Port Moody has since grown to 42 members and is renowned for its friendly and welcoming culture.
Committed
Collaborative
Inclusive
We are part of a worldwide organization called Rotary International
Weekly club meetings
When
Wednesday mornings
from 7:15 – 8:30am
Where
In person at Curling Lounge,
Port Moody Recreation Complex
and virtually
Our club’s vision
We aspire to be a committed, collaborative and diverse club who, through fellowship and fun, achieve positive changes within ourselves, our community and the world.
Our club’s vision
We aspire to be a committed, collaborative and diverse club, who through fellowship and fun achieve positive changes within ourselves, our community and the world.
The Golden Spike
The Golden Spike in Port Moody commemorates the arrival of the first transcontinental train to the West Coast, an event closely tied to the completion of the Canadian Pacific Railway. Although the ceremonial last spike of the completion of the Canadian Pacific Railway was driven in Craigellachie in 1885, Port Moody served as the railway’s original western terminus. In 1886, the first passenger train reached this small inlet community, marking the moment when British Columbia was physically connected to the rest of Canada. This connection was vital for fulfilling the promise that brought the province into Confederation and opened the region to increased settlement, trade, and industry. The railway also contributed to the early growth of Port Moody as a port and transportation hub. However, the line was soon extended westward to Vancouver because its deeper natural harbour and better access to international shipping routes made it a more practical and profitable terminus for trade and expansion.
The family of people that make up our club
