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Lions and Leos of District A-1,
I would like to express my heartfelt thanks to the Lions and Leos of District A-1 for your trust, support, and encouragement you have shown me, as we begin our year together. It is truly an honour to serve as your District Governor. I look forward to visiting clubs across our district and working beside each you this year.
Our International President A.P. Singh has challenged us to “Lead to Serve, Serve to Lead.” I encourage every club to reflect on how you can do just that—through meaningful community service, strong support of our 8 Global Causes, Childhood Cancer, Diabetes, Disaster Relief, Environment, Humanitarian, Hunger, Vision and especially through our Youth programs. Youth is not our future. They are our NOW! By investing in them today, we ensure the strength and sustainability of Lions tomorrow.
Membership growth and retention are also priorities for me this year. Growing our membership is not just about numbers—it is about creating welcoming, supportive clubs where members feel valued, engaged, and inspired to serve. Retaining our members means ensuring they feel connected, appreciated, and proud to call Lions their family. When we do this well, growth happens naturally.
Throughout this Lions year, I ask clubs to continue their commitment to our Lions foundations—LCIF, Eyes Right, and Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides. These foundations are built by Lions, led by Lions, and ensure that 100% of funds raised go directly to helping those in need.
We are living in a world where kindness needs to be brought back to the forefront of everything we do. Communities everywhere are facing uncertainty, division, and hardship, and now more than ever, people need to feel seen, supported, and valued. As Lions, we have both the privilege and the responsibility to lead by example and share the message that Kindness Matters. Every act of service—no matter how small—creates a ripple effect that reaches far beyond what we may ever see. When we choose kindness, we restore hope, build connections, and remind others that compassion still exists. By serving with open hearts and sharing our stories, Lions show the world that kindness is not a weakness—it is a powerful force for change.
My motto for this year is: ONE more day, to do ONE more thing, to change ONE more life. That is the power of Lions. It is found in every meal served, every young person supported, every hand extended, and every heart lifted through service.
I am honoured to work alongside an incredible District Cabinet this year. Who believe in all our members and want to be there to support you in every way possible, to champion District A1.
Lions is not only the largest service organization in the world—we are also family. Together, let us continue serving with compassion, unity, and purpose.
Yours in Lionism,
Lion Darlene Snyders
District Governor, District A-1
I would like to express my heartfelt thanks to the Lions and Leos of District A-1 for your trust, support, and encouragement you have shown me, as we begin our year together. It is truly an honour to serve as your District Governor. I look forward to visiting clubs across our district and working beside each you this year.
Our International President A.P. Singh has challenged us to “Lead to Serve, Serve to Lead.” I encourage every club to reflect on how you can do just that—through meaningful community service, strong support of our 8 Global Causes, Childhood Cancer, Diabetes, Disaster Relief, Environment, Humanitarian, Hunger, Vision and especially through our Youth programs. Youth is not our future. They are our NOW! By investing in them today, we ensure the strength and sustainability of Lions tomorrow.
Membership growth and retention are also priorities for me this year. Growing our membership is not just about numbers—it is about creating welcoming, supportive clubs where members feel valued, engaged, and inspired to serve. Retaining our members means ensuring they feel connected, appreciated, and proud to call Lions their family. When we do this well, growth happens naturally.
Throughout this Lions year, I ask clubs to continue their commitment to our Lions foundations—LCIF, Eyes Right, and Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides. These foundations are built by Lions, led by Lions, and ensure that 100% of funds raised go directly to helping those in need.
We are living in a world where kindness needs to be brought back to the forefront of everything we do. Communities everywhere are facing uncertainty, division, and hardship, and now more than ever, people need to feel seen, supported, and valued. As Lions, we have both the privilege and the responsibility to lead by example and share the message that Kindness Matters. Every act of service—no matter how small—creates a ripple effect that reaches far beyond what we may ever see. When we choose kindness, we restore hope, build connections, and remind others that compassion still exists. By serving with open hearts and sharing our stories, Lions show the world that kindness is not a weakness—it is a powerful force for change.
My motto for this year is: ONE more day, to do ONE more thing, to change ONE more life. That is the power of Lions. It is found in every meal served, every young person supported, every hand extended, and every heart lifted through service.
I am honoured to work alongside an incredible District Cabinet this year. Who believe in all our members and want to be there to support you in every way possible, to champion District A1.
Lions is not only the largest service organization in the world—we are also family. Together, let us continue serving with compassion, unity, and purpose.
Yours in Lionism,
Lion Darlene Snyders
District Governor, District A-1
