Education is one of the most powerful tools for creating opportunity—and the Rotary Club of Hamilton has spent more than a century proving that. In Hamilton, Ontario, where the cost of post-secondary education continues to rise, Rotary scholarships offer students more than financial relief—they offer belief, encouragement, and a bridge between ambition and achievement. For […]

When catastrophe hits—whether through earthquakes, floods, or conflict—most people see devastation. Rotary sees opportunity: an opportunity to serve, rebuild, and restore hope. Through its partnership with ShelterBox, the Rotary Club of Hamilton helps deliver life-saving aid to families who have lost everything. For over two decades, ShelterBox has worked alongside Rotary International to provide emergency […]

For young people in Hamilton, Ontario, the world can feel both vast and within reach. The Rotary Club of Hamilton bridges that gap through the Rotary Youth Exchange Program, one of Rotary International’s most respected global initiatives. This program gives students a rare and transformative opportunity—to live, learn, and grow in a different country while […]

Hamilton’s beloved Holiday Tree Lighting returns to Gore Park on Friday, December 5 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., filling the heart of the city with festive cheer, twinkling lights, and that unmistakable holiday excitement. Each year, this joyful celebration brings together thousands of residents who gather to watch Hamilton, Ontario light up for the […]

Leadership is not defined by titles or corner offices—it begins with initiative, empathy, and service. In Hamilton, Ontario, the Rotary Club of Hamilton is proving that leadership can be learned, shared, and multiplied through community engagement. Every week, members gather not only to plan service projects but also to learn from one another. Guest speakers, […]