The Rotary Club of Barrie recently welcomed two new members, Martin Rochon and Meghan Oliver, during a member induction led by Jim Williams. While Jim shared a brief overview of Rotary’s purpose and values, the focus of the evening was on getting to know the individuals joining our Club and the experiences they bring with them.
Martin Rochon
Martin Rochon was inducted by Marshall Green and will be serving on the Program and Information Committee. His Rotary classification is Social Innovator, reflecting his interest in creative problem-solving and community impact.
Martin thanked the Club for the warm welcome and shared his enthusiasm for becoming involved. He expressed a strong interest in contributing his ideas and skills in meaningful ways and is looking forward to learning more about Rotary projects and initiatives as he settles into his role within the Club.
Meghan Oliver
Meghan Oliver was inducted by Lawrence Vindum and joins both the Evening Club and the Membership Committee. Her classification is Investment Banker, and she currently works at BMO.
Meghan shared her lifelong connection to Rotary, having grown up in a family where service and community involvement were strongly valued. Her background is both diverse and global. She is a former hairstylist and makeup artist, and she previously participated in a student exchange program that took her to Australia, an experience that deepened her appreciation for service, culture, and connection.
Meghan spoke about her passion for giving back and her excitement about becoming actively involved in Rotary, continuing a tradition of service that has been part of her life for many years.
A Warm Welcome
The Rotary Club of Barrie is pleased to welcome Martin and Meghan and looks forward to the perspectives, energy, and commitment they bring to the Club. We are excited to see how their experiences and interests will shape their Rotary journey and contribute to our shared work in the community.