On June 5, World Environment DayA new Lions Club dedicated to environmental issues will be chartered.
That’s the plan according to Tom Latter, a 35-year member of the Aldergrove Lions ClubHe said that the initial response to Pacific Spirit Environmental Lions Club proposal was encouraging.
“To get the club going, we need a minimum of 20 adults with a sole purpose of making the area we live in a much nicer place,” Latter remarked.
It is a response to the issue of young people, who age out of school-based “Leo” affiliate clubs, but don’t go on to join the adult Lions Clubs, Latter elaborated.
Tom Latter is the Lions zone chairman and is responsible to six area clubs, three which have Leo clubs.
“The question came, what do they do after they turn 19,” Latter observed.
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A new Lions Club in the Fraser Valley focused on the environment – a particular concern of young people – may be the answer, according to Latter.
”Over the years, I have clearly seen the impact of what a world organization like the Lions Club can do for community, region, country, and the world,” Latter commented.
“To celebrate Earth Day, there’s no better way of showing our love to the earth and our community than starting a brand-new club specific to our neighbourhood and environment.”
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The Pacific Spirit Environmental Lions Club welcomes anyone aged 19 or older.
Children and youth are most welcome to participate, as long as they’re accompanied by an adult, Latter noted.
Initial projects might include trash collection and tree plantation, but can be expanded to encompass other environmental initiatives.
You can find additional information online at lionsclubs.orgWith the Environmental program listed below Global causes.
If you are interested, please email [email protected], or call or text 604-897-8433.
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