SHOOT FOR THE STARS LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL MD19 DISTRICT A NEWSLETTER. April Dear Fellow Lions, Leos and Lionesses,

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1 April 2012 LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL MD19 DISTRICT A NEWSLETTER SHOOT FOR THE STARS Dear Fellow Lions, Leos and Lionesses, I would like to thank you for your participation in our District s annual Conference on April 20, and 21 st. We have set an all time record of having 417 registrants. This shows me that you are excited with our District s progress and the Lions spirit is alive and well. Please accept a special thanks to all the Lions and individuals that donated and advertised in our commemorative Spring Conference Program book. Your financial contribution enables us to put on a conference of this size by subsidizing the expense and making it affordable for the attendees. 130 attendees joined the Definitely Diva opening night. The music they played appealed to all. This year we made sure that there were lots of party snacks for Lions who came directly from work. We definitely achieved fun and fellowship. Our panels were well attended. The subject matter was relevant to our Lions communication and activities today. PID Patti Hill enjoyed meeting our Lions and felt that this year s support for our District Governor has opened the door for many of our younger Lions to take an interest in higher office. INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Election Result at the Spring Conference Awards Presentations 2-5 LCI Leo of the Year Service Award Bylaws Amendment Voting Result District Contests & Awards Results Leo Essay Contests Winner s Essay Spring Conference photos 9-10 PCC Jim s Memo on Membership Upcoming Lions Events 12 The Lions supported the amendment to the District Constitution & By-Laws by a large majority to include definite guidelines on governance and requirements of all future District projects. District officers election has been completed and Lions Clubs International has been notified. We have had many positive comments from our Medal of Merit presentation to the heroes that rescued the passengers from the fateful flight 204 that took place in October 2011 in Richmond BC. We have accomplished all of goals that we initially set out to achieve and have even excelled from our best expectation for this year. I would like to give special thanks to CC Hal Palmer for addressing our District at the STARS banquet and mentioned that we are the top District within Multiple District 19 this year. He mentioned that there is still time to shoot for more stars and complemented all of us for a very successful year.

2 APRIL 2012 PAGE 2 OUR DISTRICT SPRING CONFERENCE APRIL 20-21, 2012 ELECTION RESULT: Lion Shella Keung District Governor Elect Vancouver Broadway Lions Club (A7) Lion Peter Cheng 1st District Governor Elect Vancouver Cathay Lions Club (A1) Lion Jimmy Ho 2nd District Governor Elect Vancouver Metropolitan Lions Club (A7) AWARDS PRESENTATION Zone Chairperson Lion Andy Stalker was awarded Lions Clubs International Presidential Medal by District Governor Linda Wong at the Star Banquet. Zone Chairperson Lion Teresina Lau was awarded Lions Clubs International Leadership Medal by PID Patti Hill at the District Luncheon. This Leadership Medal is presented to those Lions who have made a significant leadership contribution during his/her year in office.

3 PAGE 3 SHOOT FOR THE STARS AWARDS PRESENTATION at District Luncheon $50 cash award each to ZC Teresina Lau (A1), ZC Dave Frewin (A2) for the highest membership growth per capita in Zones. $125 cash award to President Adell Herrigan of Skeena Lions Club for personally sponsored 4 new members. Her club realized a new gain of 16% growth in membership. DG Appreciation Certificate to Lion Miriam Yu, Vancouver Evergreen Lions Club. Leo Melvin Jones Fellow & District Governor Medal presented to Leo Bowen Wong. DG Appreciation Medals presented to: 1. Lion Edmond Chew, Contests & Awards Co-Chairperson 2. Lion Edmond Ng, Contests & Awards Co-Chairperson 3. PP Josephine Lee & PP Gary Lee, District CARE Chairs 4. Lion Jason Chan, Spring Conferenced Panel Emcee DG Appreciation Certificates presented to: 1. Leo Claudia Sim, Secretary of Leo Conference 2. Leo Ivy Tang, Treasurer of Leo Conference 3. Leo Derek Chan, Food Director of Leo Conference 4. Leo Andy Wu, Facility Manager of Leo Conference 5. Leo Bo Hu, IT Manager of Leo Conference 6. Leo Kati Cho, Mistress of Ceremony of Leo Conference 7. Leo Pheby Yeung, Workshop Director of Leo Conference 8. Leo Virginia Wong, Marketing Director of Leo Conference International President Certificate of Appreciations presented to 1. Zone Chairperson Dave Kimpinsky (A6) (left) District Governor Linda was presented by PID Patti Hill the International President First Believer Award.

4 APRIL 2012 PAGE 4 AWARDS PRESENTATION at Star Banquet Medals of Merit Award Recipients: Jeremy Kerr, John Redmond, Haim Peri, Mrs. Peri, Shawn Nagurny, Lenny Lee, Ian Dellert, Mrs. Dellert, Francis Nand, Simoom Pearce. Heroes who rescued the victims at the plane crash in Richmond. District 19A Leo Essay Contest Winners: Grand Prize $1,500 to Grace Zhao, Vancouver West Leo Club; 1st Runner Up $500 to Paul Vo, Vancouver Cambie Leo Club; 2nd Runner Up $300 to Alvin Hartono, Vancouver West Leo Club; 3rd Runner Up $200 to Ashley Kim, Vancouver West Leo Club. DG Certificate of Appreciation to PZC Ian McCloy, Burnaby Host Lions Club. DG Appreciation Medals presented to: 1. PDG Henry Ng, Vancouver Cathay Lions Club 2. PDG Dickie Lam, Vancouver Granville Lions Club 3. PZC Jimmy Ho, Vancouver Metropolitan Lions Club 4. 2nd VDG Peter Cheng, Vancouver Cathay Lions Club International President Certificate of Appreciation presented to: 1. PDG Shirley Macdonald, Burnaby Lougheed Lions Club 2. President Henry Tang, Vancouver Granville Lions Club 3. ZC Lois Bordie, Burnaby Lougheed Lions Club 4. President Eric Chan, Vancouver Chinatown Lions Club District Melvin Jones Fellow presented to Co-Cabinet Secretary /President David Thompson, Vancouver Evergreen Lions Club and Sec. Katie Sorensen, Pemberton Lions Club.

5 PAGE 5 SHOOT FOR THE STARS (Above) Leo Essay Contest Award presentation and Medal of Merit Award presentation (Below) at the Star Banquet. PZC/PCS Grace Hwo and Zone Chairperson Annie Lau were awarded District Lions of The Year Award by District Governor Linda Wong.

6 APRIL 2012 PAGE 6 Congratulations to Leo Julie Lym Vancouver West Leo Lions Club being selected as the recipient of the Leo of the Year Service Award. The Service Awards recognize outstanding achievements by Lions and Leos who exemplify the true belief in service. She is invited to join the Lions at the Service Awards ceremony, which will take place during the Second Plenary Session of the 2012 Lions Clubs International Convention in Busan, Korea on the morning of Monday, June 25. At the ceremony, all finalists will be recognized and the winner will be announced. If you register for the convention and attend the ceremony, a stipend of US$300 will be sent to Leo Julie following the international convention. RESULT on the Proposed Amendments to be voted at the Spring Conference on April 21st, 2012 Re: Proposed Governance & Requirements of a District 19A Project: Any organization applying to Lions Clubs International District 19A (District 19A) for any kind of endorsement(s) must comply with the following requirements as conditions precedent- 1. To submit to District 19A three most recent years of its financial statements audited or most recently submitted to BC Government authorities. 2. (A) To submit to District 19A it s most recent progress reports for three years. (B) To submit a complete list of its appointed or elected officers, their positions and a list of all members on record. 3. To submit a list of donations received from Lions Clubs, Lions and Non-Lions during the last 12 months. 4. To submit a full disclosure of any money or remunerations received (for whatever reasons) by its agent or officer who is a Lion/Lioness/Leo and/or any officer or member of the applicant organization. 5. The applicant organization, in its application, must not propose to use the name of District 19A so that the public would not perceive it as a part of District 19A. 6. To submit to District 19A the applicant organization s constitution and by-laws. 7. To submit adequate indemnity insurance to save District 19A harmless from any and all liabilities. 8. To sent its authorized representative to report its financial and progress reports to the District 19A Cabinet, three times each year and to file its written reports to the Cabinet Secretary of District 19A. 9. Any applicant organization which has met the above-mentioned requirements would receive appropriate consideration by the District 19A Cabinet for possible approval at a subsequent Cabinet meeting. APOLOGY FROM SPRING CONFERENCE PROGRAM BOOK CO-ORDINATOR: 2nd VDG Elect Jimmy Ho should belong to Vancouver Metropolitan Lions Club (error on his 1/2 color ad.) Ambleside Tiddlycove Lions Club has placed a 1/2 color ad. but was omitted from the program book with two 1/2 page color ads. of Vancouver Chinatown Lions instead. PZC Grace Hwo

7 PAGE 7 SHOOT FOR THE STARS District Contests & Awards Results: Club Brochure: Winner Vancouver Cathay New Century Lions Club Runner up Vancouver Shaughnessy Lions Club Club Bulletin: Winner Vancouver Cathay New Century Lions Club Runner up Vancouver Pacific Lions Club Club Business Card: Winner Vancouver Granville Lions Club Runner up Vancouver Chinatown Lions Club Leo Winner Burnaby North Leo Club Tall Tales: Winner Burnaby Horizon New Century Lions Club Runner up Vancouver Cambie Lions Club Leo Winner Burnaby North Leo Club Leo Runner up Burnaby Byrne Creek Leo Club Uniform Parade (Delegation): Winner Vancouver Cathay New Century Lions Club Runner up Vancouver Cambie Lions Club Leo Winner Burnaby Byrne Creek Leo Club Club Scrapbook: Winner Burnaby Lougheed Lions Club Runner up Sunshine Coast Lions Club Leo Winner Burnaby North Leo Club Leo Runner up Burnaby Byrne Creek Leo Club Club Website: Winner Vancouver Cathay New Century Lions Club Runner up Vancouver Chinatown Lions Club Kudos to our District Photographer for taking over 1,000 photos at the Spring Conference, Pres. Henry Tang! Contests & Awards Judges Zone Newsletter: Winner A1 ZC Teresina Lau Runner up A7 ZC Annie Lau Five Minutes Achievement: Winner Vancouver Cambie Lions Club Runner up Burnaby Horizon New Century Lions Club Leo Winner Burnaby Byrne Creek Leo Club Leo Runner up Burnaby North Leo Club Musical Comedy: Winner Burnaby Horizon New Century Lions Club Runner up Vancouver Pacific New Century Lions Club Musical Performance: Winner Pemberton Lions Club Runner up Vancouver Cambie Lions Club Leo Winner Burnaby North Leo Club Leo Runner Burnaby Byrne Creek Leo Club What Being a Lion Means to Me: Winner Vancouver Pacific New Century Lions Club Runner up Burnaby Horizon New Century Lions Club

8 APRIL 2012 PAGE 8 Bullying is the biggest problem in our schools. This is the reason why I instigated an Essay Writing Contest among the Leo Clubs in Vancouver and Burnaby with the first prize money of $1500. The topic is "I believe that bullying can be eliminated in our schools." The winner is Grace Zhao of Vancouver West Leo Club who is a grade eleven student at Magee Secondary. ~ Lion Paul Wong, Honorary member of Vancouver Granville Lions Club I believe bullying can be eliminated in our schools. "Courage is fire, and bullying is smoke" Benjamin Disraeli There will always be someone out there that will try to bring one down, whether it's because of jealousy or plain dislike. From pre school name calling to high school violent fights, bullying has been getting out of control and needs to stop. Bullying affects the live of many students, and could even result in self inflected accidents. Society relies on us in order to make a difference and act as role models for the future generation to come. Bullying can be eliminated by starting with ourselves. What we allow ourselves to do, which may not always be the best choice, is what we promote. Treating others the way you want to be treated is the first step one should take to eliminate bullying, or at least reducing the chances of being bullied. Build your character to the person who you want to be. By being a bystander, one actually promotes and allow the bullying to occur. The best solution when someone is being bullied is to tell an adult. There is no better way to help a resolve conflict than telling someone older with more experience and getting them to help. We should also take the initiative to spread awareness of the harm it can do to students. One does not know the difference they can make in the school or community. Another huge factor is have courage. When you are strong and courageous, bullies would not want to target you. Being weak only makes them think you are an easy target. Being brave and courageous is just one of the many ways that could help to eliminate bullying. When one spends time with friends, bullies are less likely to pick on tem when they are surrounded by supporters. Bullies have weaknesses too. They are usually vulnerable people who lack the love we have in our lives. Their true self is hidden underneath that exterior thick armor that comes off as being tough and powerful. Don't be afraid of bullies. Instead stand up to bulling. In the school environment, the teachers and staff are the role models. If a teacher acts abusive and aggressive, students will only think it is alright to do the same. Bullies like to bully because they believe that they have the support of others and that their behavior makes them popular. When teachers don't intervene, the bullies will continue with their bad behavior. There should be special programs implemented into the school so teachers can take actions when bullying occurs. Better yet, I believe that with more students against bullying, they can help prevent it from starting in the first place. With enough advocates and students who are willing to take the lead, bullying can be eliminated in our schools. The bottom line is, don't be intimidated by a bully. They are humans with feelings too, and like a hard boiled egg they have a soft center. Be assertive when necessary and don't be afraid to stand up to a bully. Like Robert Kiyosaki once said, "Toughness is not being a bully. It is having a backbone."

9 APRIL 2012 PAGE 9 SPRING CONFERENCE PHOTOS..

10 APRIL 2012 PAGE 10 MORE SPRING CONFERENCE PHOTOS.. More photos would be posted on our District Website, stay tuned..

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12 LCI PU101 due on MAY 15, 2012 UPCOMING LIONS EVENTS : May 5 (Sat.) Burnaby Lougheed Lions Club (A9) 25th Charter Anniversary Celebration at Inn at Westminster Quay, New Westminster. $40 per person. May 5 (Sat.) Vancouver Shaughnessy Lions Club Mother s Day Annual Fundraising Gala at Shaughnessy Golf Club. $88 per person. May 12 (Sat.) A9 Zone School at 7420 Mulberry Place, Burnaby. 10 a.m. to approx. 3 p.m. $10 lunch cost. May 18 (Fri.) Columbia College Leo Club charter ceremony at 6 p.m., new Creekside Community Centre at the Olympic Village. May 15 (Tues.) Vancouver Cathay Lions Club (A1) Installation & Appreciation Dinner at Fraser Court Seafood Restaurant, Vancouver. 6:30 p.m., $48 per person. May 23 (Wed.) Vancouver Broadway Lions Club Installation & Appreciation Dinner (A7) at Kirin Seafood Restaurant. Dinner at 7 p.m., $40 per person. May 25 (Fri.) Vancouver Cambie Lions Club and Cambie Leo Club (A1) joint installation and appreciation dinner at Neptune Seafood Restaurant, Richmond. $55 per person. May 26 (Sat.) A1 Zone School at 770 Commercial Drive, Vancouver. 10 a.m. 2:30 p.m., $10 lunch cost. May 26 (Sat.) Vancouver Cathay New Century Lions Club (A1) Installation Dinner. May 28 (Mon.) Vancouver Galaxy Lions Club Installation & Fundraising Dinner. UPCOMING LIONS EVENTS: May 31 (Thurs.) Vancouver Pacific New Century Lions Club (A1) Installation & Appreciation Dinner at Floata Seafood Restaurant, Vancouver. 7 p.m., $35 per person June 2 (Sat.) Vancouver Chinatown Lions Club (A1) Installation & Appreciation Dinner at Pink Pearl Restaurant. June 6 (Wed.) Vancouver Chinatown Lioness Club (A1) Installation & Appreciation Dinner at Kirin Seafood Restaurant, Vancouver. June 7 (Thurs.) Vancouver Pacific Lions Club (A1) Installation & Appreciation Dinner at Fraser Court Seafood Restaurant, Vancouver. $45 per person. June 9 (Sat.) Vancouver Chinatown Lions Club (A1) Annual Medal of Merit Award Dinner & Dance. June 10 (Sun.) A7 Annual Boat Cruise June 11 (Mon.) Vancouver East Lions Club (A1) Installation Dinner at their den. June 13 (Wed.) Vancouver Shaughnessy Lions Club Installation Dinner June 16 (Sat.) Pemberton Lions Club (a8) Installation Ceremony & Dinner. June 19 (Tues.) Vancouver Marpole Lions Club Installation & Appreciation Dinner (A7). June 22 (Fri.) Vancouver Korean Lions Club (A1) Installation Dinner. June International Convention at Korea DISTRICT GOVERNOR TEAM District Governor Lion Linda Wong lionlindawong@gmail.com 1st District Governor Lion Shella Keung shellakeung@gmail.com 2nd District Governor Lion Peter Cheng 19a.one@gmail.com Co-Cabinet Secretary/Treasurer PDG Dickie Lam liondickie@gmail.com and Lion David Thompson liondthompson@gmail.com IPDG Troy Dalen trdalen@shaw.ca ZONE CHAIRPERSONS A-1 Lion Teresina Lau teresinalau@hotmail.com A-2 Lion David Frewin davidfrewin@hotmail.com A-3 Lion Andy Stalker aws@telus.net A-4 Lion Jim Martin jimartin@citytel.net A-6 Lion Dave Kimpinsky dkimpinsky@hotmail.com A-7 Lion Annie Lau lionannie@gmail.com A-8 Lion Randy Elkins bcpilot@telus.net A-9 Lion Lois Brodie ldbrodie@shaw.ca DISTRICT 19A WEBSITE District Bulletin Editor Lion Grace Hwo, PZC ghwo@ymail.com