The Rotary Club of Stratford was founded in 1922.  The first president was D.M. Wright (1922-1924), followed by Dr. David Smith (1924-25).  Since then, we have grown to a Club of approximately 130 members who embrace the 4-Way Test as part of both their business and community activities.

• Is it the truth?
• Is it fair to all concerned?
• Will it build goodwill and better friendships?
• Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

The Rotary Club of Stratford is known throughout Stratford as a sponsor of the Rotary Complex, Block Parents, AquaBox, Rotary Respite House, and Rotary Minor Hockey; the organizer of the annual Dragon Boat Races, Rotary Reads, and the Rotary Arts & Craft Show; and a supporter of many good causes, including Polio Plus, PLOW (Public Library on Wheels), the Stratford Food Centre, House of Blessing, and Stratford General Hospital.

As a member of Rotary International, an association comprising more than 33,000 Rotary clubs in over 200 countries and geographical areas, the Rotary Club of Stratford is also linked with a global network of 1.2 million business and professional leaders who volunteer their time and talents to serve their communities and the world.  In 1985, Rotary launched its PolioPlus program to immunise all of the world's children against polio. As of 2011, Rotary has contributed more than $900 million US to the cause, resulting in the immunisation of nearly two billion children worldwide. 

The Rotary Club of Stratford has been a long time supporter of Group Study Exchanges and Exchange Students from round the world.

How do I become a member of Rotary?

The Rotary Club of Stratford meets weekly on Thursdays from noon until 1:30 at the Kiwanis Community Centre. See more under the ‘Club Information’ tab.  If you’re interested in joining, please contact us.  We would be pleased to discuss the opportunities offered by Rotary and how to be introduced to the Club. 

Prospective members must

• Hold (or be retired from) a professional, proprietary, executive, managerial, or community position
• Have demonstrated a commitment to service through personal involvement
• Be able to meet the club's weekly attendance or community project participation requirements
• Live or work within the vicinity of the club or surrounding area.

There is no minimum age to join Rotary. You can join any time after you become established in a career. 

Members are expected to attend Club meetings regularly (volunteer duties also count as meetings). They must pay annual dues and participate in local or international Rotary club activities or projects. We encourage members to aspire to club leadership or committee roles.

Are post-secondary students eligible for membership?

No, but many undergraduate and graduate students, as well as young adults, may become members of Rotaract Clubs.

Is there a way for high school students to get involved?

Yes.  Interact is a Rotary-sponsored service club for those ages 12 to 18. Interact Clubs give young people an opportunity to participate in fun, meaningful service projects while developing leadership skills and meeting new friends.  Both Stratford Central Secondary and Northwestern Secondary Schools in Stratford have Interact Clubs.

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