Rotary Club of Okotoks "The Friendly Club"

08/20/2026

Watch as The Rolling Barrage makes it's way into Okotoks, Alberta on August 19, 2026.
The riders travelled down Veterans's Way flanked by 200 Canadian flags installed by the Rotary Club of Okotoks as a tribute to the veterans and first responders who are riding across Canada to raise awareness for PTSD.

08/20/2026

It takes hours for our Rotary and Okotoks Scouts volunteers to set up and take down the 200 Canadian flags that line Veteran's Way to welcome The Rolling Barrage into Okotoks.
We wait patiently and then it's over in minutes. 🏍🇨🇦
Is it worth it? Absolutely.

Thank you to all who came out to support the veterans and first responders in their ride to bring awareness to PTSD. To the riders, we wish you continued safe travels. See you next year!

08/18/2026

Join us at the top of Veterans Way as Okotoks Rotarians and Scouts place 200 flags along the median to greet the procession as it makes its way down the hill, past the cenotaph, and onward to the Viking Rentals Centre.

Road Closures for The Rolling Barrage⛔️
Around 200 motorcycles carrying veterans, first responders and supporters will roll into town on August 19, on their 10th-anniversary cross-Canada ride to raise awareness and support for PTSD.

Veterans Way (from Milligan Drive to Elizabeth Street) will be closed from approximately 5 PM to 6 PM to allow the procession to pass safely.

UPDATE: Due to an incident on Hwy 93, The Rolling Barrage is expected to be arriving between 5:30 PM and 6 PM

08/16/2026

Welcome to Ornella, our Club’s 2026-27 sponsored Rotary Youth Exchange student. Ornella comes from France and will be spending this next school year living and going to school in Okotoks!
We look forward to welcoming her into our lives and into our community!

08/11/2026

Why I Became a Rotary Member
I was new to Okotoks and wanted to get involved in the community in a meaningful way. Rotary became that welcoming place for me—a community of friendly, genuine people who truly care and are working together to make a difference.
Sean Wild

08/01/2026

Why not reach out to find out more about the "Friendly Club"? Send us a note at [email protected]!

07/21/2026

Our Club’s outbound exchange student, Avery Penner, presented to our Club at last week’s meeting, just days before departing on her adventure to Brazil. Raised among Canada’s beautiful lakes, mountains and the great outdoors, Avery’s now ready to embrace a year immersed in Brazil’s warm climate, vibrant culture, and is already learning Portuguese! Boa viagem, Avery! We can't wait to hear about your amazing experiences.

07/18/2026

Congratulations to Martin Harvey on receiving his Second Paul Harris Fellow Recognition from our Rotary Club!
This recognition is awarded to Rotarians who demonstrate outstanding generosity and commitment to The Rotary Foundation. A second Paul Harris Fellow signifies continued support of Rotary's humanitarian work, helping fund projects that promote peace, fight disease, provide clean water, support education, and strengthen communities around the world.