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SPEAKER AT OUR NEXT MEETING

One of our members, John Neu, will be presented with the France Medal of Honour. It is officially known as the Ordre national de la Légion d'honneur and is the highest decoration bestowed by the French government. Created by Napoleon Bonaparte in 1802, it is awarded to individuals who have made exceptional contributions to France, including Allied soldiers who fought for the country’s liberation during World War II.

John, who served with distinction during the war, is being recognized by the France Embassy for his bravery and pivotal role in the Allied efforts to free France from Nazi occupation. As one of the dwindling number of living WWII veterans, this honour underscores his enduring legacy and the gratitude of the French nation for his sacrifices.

Following this award ceremony, Dr. Gary Bruce will be speaking to us about:

"The Return of Nazism?"

Professor Bruce is the recipient of the 2007 Distinguished Teacher Award at the University of Waterloo.

He has been teaching undergraduates and graduates in the history department at the University of Waterloo since September 2003.

The courses taught by Professor Bruce include the Holocaust, Nazi Germany, and graduate seminars on modern European history.

LUNCH BUNCH: After the meeting, all members are invited to have lunch (at their own cost) at a local restaurant. A great way to get to know your fellow members.

ABOUT OUR LAST MEETING

Here's some notes from Debbie Bulten, our guest speaker on November 27 . . .

My name is Debbie Bulten, I’m a mother of 3, a joint business owner with my husband, and a multi-sport endurance athlete.

I’ve been very fortunate to enjoy a long athletic career spanning 4 decades. My running journey started at the age of 15 with the regional track and field team, and progressed through Provincial and National levels.

I took a break during my university years to concentrate on studies, then resumed when I was 25, after the birth of my first child. I completed my first marathon in Toronto that year, and found my love of running again. I competed in my first triathlon several years later, which kick started my journey into Ironman triathlon.

During my years of competing in Ironman races, I began training for ultramarathons. I’d found a passion for endurance sports. My first ultra distance race was in 2011. Since then I’ve run more than 80 ultras ranging in distance from 50km to 400km (240 miles).

I was the first female to complete a 200 mile trail ultra in Canada, and in 2023 I completed a climbing project known as the Seven Summits, climbing the highest mountain peak on each of the seven continents around the world.

I summited both Mt. Everest and Mt. Lhotse (4th highest mountain in the world) back to back, within 24 hours, making me the first Canadian woman to ever accomplish the feat.

I was honoured with the 2023 Tim Turow Athlete of the Year award for mountaineering. I undertook the Seven Summits project because I thrive on challenges that engage both mind and body, and I strive to push the limits of my own potential in my endeavours.

Through endurance sport, I try to show myself and others that we are capable of more than we think, and the potential of our bodies and minds can be realized when we put ourselves out there.

PERSONAL VIGNETTE: Also in this meeting, Tom Dean delivered his personal vignette.

Click on the WATCH LAST MEETING button above to watch the whole meeting. Tom Dean Vignette  starts at 47:03. Guest speaker Debbie Bulton  starts at 1:07:40 

WELCOME

The PROBUS Club of Cambridge provides the opportunity for retired or semi-retired men having similar interests to meet and mingle, enjoy challenging, interesting guest speakers and join into some group activities.

PROBUS Clubs are not service organizations. We do not engage in fundraising, sectarian or political activities. Rather, we function solely for the benefit and interest of our members.

If you are not a member, you are in the right place to seek information about our Club, and how you can join us.

If you have any questions, please contact  one of our Membership Co-Chairs,
David Shaw at 226-220-2498
Jim Ott at 519-241-9883
or email us at   info@probuscambridge.org 

We hope to see you soon!

Norm Steele
President 2024-25

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