About Us

Rotary is a global network of 1.4 million

neighbours, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves.

Mission

We provide service to others, promote integrity, and advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through our fellowship of business, professional, and community leaders.

Vision

Together, we see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change — across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves.

Here in Rotary, we don't just talk about service—we live it. Together, we have the opportunity to support projects that address real community needs, empower youth, develop future leaders, and build lasting partnerships throughout our city.

Jeff McCuaig
President, Rotary Club of Barrie
2026/2027

A Message from Our Club President

I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to lead the Rotary Club of Barrie—a club whose legacy has been built on service, leadership, and a genuine commitment to making a difference in our community. My vision is to build on that legacy by fostering a welcoming, engaged, and inclusive club where every member feels valued, connected, and inspired to contribute. I want our meetings to be meaningful, our fellowship to be strong, and our members to find purpose, enjoyment, and lifelong friendships through service.

Here in Rotary, we don’t just talk about service—we live it. Together, we have the opportunity to support projects that address real community needs, empower youth, develop future leaders, and build lasting partnerships throughout our city. By honouring our traditions while embracing new ideas, we will ensure our club continues to thrive and create lasting, positive change. My hope is that, at the end of this Rotary year, every member looks back with pride—not because of what one person accomplished, but because of what we achieved together through Service Above Self.

Yours in Rotary,
Jeff McCuaig
President, Rotary Club of Barrie
2026/2027

Directors

of ROTARY CLUB OF BARRIE

Jeff McCuaig

President

Stu McMillan

Secretary

Mike Grube

Treasurer

Todd Tuckey

Past President

Todd Armstrong

Program & Information

Paul Maggliochi

Community Service

Marshall Green

Vocational and Youth Services

Sam Clark

Club Service

John O’Brien

International Service

Aaron Kell

Membership

Mark Anderson

Special Projects

Ian Malcolm

Environmental

Peter Lorimer

Sergeant-at-Arms

THE PROCEEDS GENERATED FROM OUR PROJECTS ARE REINVESTED DIRECTLY INTO OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY, SUPPORTING A DIVERSE RANGE OF INITIATIVES AND COMMUNITY RESOURCE PROVIDERS, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:

TREE PLANTING IN OUR COMMUNITY

$350,000

Royal Victoria Hospital Hearts & Minds

$250,000

Georgian Centre for Wellness & Health

$50,000

Haiti Earthquake Relief

$25,000

City of Barrie SouthShore sign

$24,000

Hospice Simcoe

$8,389

Rotary Book Day

$2,500

Christmas Cheer

$2,355

Fort Willow Festival

$91,565

Sesquicentennial Clock

Rotary Youth

New Generations

New Generations refers to the youngest generation in the family of Rotary. Many are participants in Rotary’s youth and young adult programs: Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA), Rotary Youth Exchange and Interact. Others are service minded young people involved in Rotary club and district activities.

New Generations Service recognizes the positive change implemented by youth and young adults through leadership development activities, involvement in community and international service projects, and exchange programs that enrich and foster world peace and cultural understanding.

New Generations Service became Rotary’s fifth Avenue of Service in 2010. It is defined in article 5 of the Standard Rotary Club Constitution:

LONG TERM

School Year Exchange Program

The Vocational Service Committee is seeking candidates for the Rotary Youth Exchange program. Please share this page with friends and family who may know an interested candidate.

Since 1927, students and host families all over the world have had their horizons broadened and their lives enriched by the generosity of Rotary’s Youth Exchange program. Administered by Rotary clubs, districts and multi district groups, the program today involves more than 82 countries and over 7,000 students each year.

Rotarians believe the most powerful force in the promotion of international understanding and peace is exposure to different cultures. The world becomes a smaller, friendlier place when we learn that all people – regardless of nationality – desire the same basic things: a safe, comfortable environment that allows for a rich and satisfying life for ourselves and our children. Youth Exchange provides thousands of young people with the opportunity to meet and live with people from other lands and to experience their cultures, thus planting the seeds for a lifetime of international understanding.

Candidates will generally be currently 14 – 16 years of age – so usually in grade 9 – 11 currently. Most exchange students go abroad during what would be their grade 11 or grade 12 year. This is a full school-year exchange program.

Students with great curiosity, flexibility, language skills and an interest in meeting other exceptional youth will make great candidates for this program.

Please have interested candidates or parents contact Eric Dean directly by email at info@r9o.084.mytemp.website to discuss the program or seek more information.

Guide for students and parents

Youth Exchange Brochure

Preliminary application form

Rotary Youth Leadership Awards

The Rotary Youth Leadership Award ( RYLA ) is Rotary’s leadership training program for high school students. It is a fantastic opportunity for youth in our community to develop their leadership skills and to learn more about themselves. The weekend brings together about 80 youth aged 14-17 from across our district to receive leadership orientation and training to help them in their community efforts. It’s ideal for students already excelling in local leadership, particularly in extra-curricular activities and activities beyond school.

The program begins upon arrival on Friday, April 20 at 9:30 a.m. and the program ends on Sunday April 22 at 11:30am. Program is paid for and travel arranged by the sponsoring Rotary Club ( Rotary Club of Barrie ). Students learn a lot about themselves through a DISC personality assessment over the weekend. Testimonials from past attendees have been outstanding and we know young leaders will benefit from this opportunity.

People of Action

Rotary International is 1.2 million neighbours, friends, and community leaders who come together to create positive, lasting change in our communities and around the world.

Rotary is where neighbors, friends, and problem-solvers share ideas, join leaders, and take action to create lasting change.

Our differing occupations, cultures, and countries give us a unique perspective. Our shared passion for service helps us accomplish the remarkable.