Members of The Rotary Club of Oshawa – Parkwood are busy getting ready for their First Annual Fall Fashion Show, “Runway for Rotary”. Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood Chair for the event, Rotary Club Director Janice Coupland, announced today that “Runway for Rotary” will be held at The Robert McLaughlin Gallery, on Sunday afternoon, September 15 , 2019, from 1 to 4 PM. The Robert McLaughlin Gallery is located at 72 Queen Street, in downtown Oshawa.

The proceeds from this First Annual event will be used to support many community service projects of The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood such as: The Kids Safety Village of Durham Region, Lakeridge Health Oshawa , the Colonel R.S. McLaughlin Regional Cancer Centre, Participation House (for mentally and physically challenged adults), Grandview Children's Centre, Simcoe Hall Settlement House, Durham College's new Centre for Collaborative Education , Ontario Tech University, various youth programs at Durham Region YMCA, the Eradication of Polio through Rotary International’s End Polio Now Campaign, and assistance for students at Mary Street Community School, just to name a few.

The Runway Show will feature men’s and women’s fall apparel by Laura and Verona Suits.

Laura is a proudly Canadian brand that celebrates each woman by offering curated wardrobe collections to outfit her for the everyday – and the exceptional – moments that matter. By merging timeless style and contemporary details with exceptional fit and a highly personalized customer experience, the Laura woman feels good as she looks in comfortable, beautiful outfits for every occasion. They operate more than 140 Laura and Melanie Lyne stores across Canada together with a very successful e-commerce website. There are stores nearby, including those in the Oshawa Centre.

“We would like to specially thank the Laura store in the Fairview Mall for all of their assistance with our 2019 Runway for Rotary Fashion Show,” added Janice Coupland.

From Europe to Canada, Verona Suits is an excellent source for privately labelled, moderately price menswear. From formal wear to sportswear, outerwear to dress shoes and accessories, Verona Suits strives to dress each of their customers appropriately for the occasion.

There are stores nearby, including one in the Oshawa Centre.

“We would like to thank all of our generous sponsors from throughout the Durham Region, who are helping to make the Runway for Rotary Fashion Show a big success. Our sponsors, this year, include The Oshawa Express, Bella Note Ristorante in Whitby, Chatterpaul’s Restaurant in Whitby, The Baker’s Table in Oshawa, Shrimp Cocktail in Oshawa, Jewellery by Tina Lee, Revolution Salon & Spa in Courtice, with Music by DJ Concepts,” Janice Coupland added.
We are please to announce that We Grow Food has just become the fifth sponsor of food for our Fashion Show. I wonder what they will bring to our table. Thank you to Carol Vandersanden, and all of the good people at wegrowfood.org.

This is a non alcohol event. Refreshments will be served. Food is coming from the 3 fine restaurants, and desserts from The Bakers Table. There will be door prizes, gift card with 20% off from the two fashion sponsors , and a jewellery gift for each person too. Fantastic music by DJ Concepts. The runway will consist of 8 female and 2 male models wearing fall fashions from Laura and Verona Suits. Discount coupons will also be available.

Tickets for the event are $50.00 per person and are available from every member of the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood or by calling Past President Dave Andrews at 905-576-0187 or by email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .


Rotary is a leadership organization. We’re made up of local business, professional and civic leaders. We meet regularly, get to know each other, form friendships, & through that, we’re able to get things done in this community.

We are 1.2 million neighbors, friends, and community leaders who come together to create positive, lasting change in our communities and around the world. Our differing occupations, cultures, and countries give us a unique perspective. Our shared passion for service helps us accomplish the remarkable. Our work impacts lives both at the local and international levels, from helping families in need, right here in Oshawa, to working toward a polio-free world.

The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood has been serving the Durham Region for over 42 years through various fundraising endeavours. If you would like to learn more about Rotary or become a member please contact Membership Director Stanley Igboanugo at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Membership Chair Heather Drakes at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

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