2026 CONFERENCE SPOTLIGHT
The mission is in motion… and new intel is coming in daily.
We are in full swing as preparations accelerate for the District 99 Annual Toastmasters Conference. Every detail is being carefully crafted to deliver a high-impact, unforgettable experience.
Stay alert, agent… updates are rolling in.
Robert D. Steadward as the 2026 recipient of the District 99 Communication and Leadership Award
District 99 Toastmasters is pleased to announce the selection of Robert D. Steadward as the 2026 recipient of the District 99 Communication and Leadership Award, recognizing his outstanding contributions to leadership, advocacy, and communication excellence.Dr. Steadward is internationally respected for his pioneering work in adaptive sport and his role in [...]
Agents of Communication… Your Mission Awaits
District 99 is issuing a Call for Speakers for the 2026 Annual Conference. Inviting you into this year’s 007-inspired theme: “Call Me Toast… Toastmaster.” The stage is set. Dress sharp. Speak sharper. Will you accept the mission? Your mission, should you choose to accept [...]
Call for Candidate Nominations – District 208 Leadership
Call for Candidate Nominations – District 208 Leadership For circulation in Districts 42, 78, and 99 Deadline for responses: March 7, 2026 Join the leadership team of the new District 208, which includes all clubs located in Alberta, Canada and Montana, USA. The District Leadership Committee invites nominations and applications [...]
All Things Pathways
Toastmasters Pathways Learning Experience District 99 All About Pathways Have questions about Pathways? Need help navigating projects, levels, or choosing the right path?These sessions are designed to give you answers and provide live help over Zoom. Whether you are new to Pathways or looking to gain more confidence using [...]
District 99 October Newsletter Now Available
The October edition of the District 99 Newsletter is now live. Check it out here, or subscribe to have it delivered directly in your inbox.
Toastmasters International Unveils Pathways Enhancements
Across Toastmasters International, the evolution of the Pathways Learning Experience is an exciting opportunity — one I’m personally enthusiastic about and eager to support our members through. Beginning in late October, Pathways introduced two important enhancements to deepen member engagement and strengthen our club meetings: At each level of [...]
Counting the Toastmasters Community
From Anchorage to Auckland, Toastmasters is truly a global movement—uniting more than 265,000 members across 149 countries. With an average age of 49 and a membership that is nearly 40% multilingual, our community reflects the diversity of voices shaping the world today. Toastmasters clubs thrive on every continent, in workplaces, campuses, and community [...]
District 99 September Newsletter Now Available
The September edition of the District 99 Newsletter is now live. Check it out here, or subscribe to have it delivered directly in your inbox.
Invest in Yourself – Recommit to your Toastmasters Journey
RENEW. GROW. LEAD. It’s time to renew your Toastmasters Membership on or before October 1st, and continue your Toastmasters Learning Journey. Why Renew? ✅ Continue Your Growth Stay on track with your personal as well as your professional development through the Toastmasters Pathways learning experience. ✅ Sharpen Your Communication [...]
Celebrating Excellence: District 99 Receives the Program Quality Award
At the 2024 Toastmasters International Convention, District 99 was recognized with the District Program Quality Award. This distinction reflects our members’ commitment to creating high-quality club experiences and achieving excellence together. This honour is significant because it marks only the second time in our District’s history that we have received [...]
PR 101 – Can Guests Find your Club?
District Public Relations Manager, Erin McDonald, shows us how clubs can improve their findability by ensuring their information is up-to-date on the Toastmasters International Find a Club page, and on their local websites.
Out of This World: A First-Time Conference Experience
Out of This World: A First-Time Conference Experience Article adapted from Wes Montey, Division D Director, with reflections from first-time attendee Michael N. The District 99 2025 Conference, held May 30 to June 1 in Edmonton, was nothing short of fantastic! We kicked things off Friday night with a [...]
Robert D. Steadward as the 2026 recipient of the District 99 Communication and Leadership Award
District 99 Toastmasters is pleased to announce the selection of Robert D. Steadward as the 2026 recipient of the District 99 Communication and Leadership Award, recognizing his outstanding contributions to leadership, advocacy, and communication excellence.Dr. Steadward is internationally respected for his pioneering work in adaptive sport and his role in [...]
Member Spotlight: Sundowners Toastmasters – PR Done Right!
Interview & Article by Erin McDonald, Public Relations Manager How a Spruce Grove club combines structure, heart, and hustle to attract—and keep—guests coming back. Since 1979, Sundowners Toastmasters in Spruce Grove, Alberta has been a steady beacon of growth and excellence. Now meeting every Monday at 7:00 p.m. in the lower [...]
Leading with Confidence and Class as the 2026 District 99 Conference Chair
Article by Erin McDonald, Public Relations Manager For Lorraine Wheatley, DTM, leadership isn’t just about titles—it’s about growth, confidence, and community. A member since April 2007, Lorraine has spent nearly two decades inspiring others through her dedication to Toastmasters. She earned her Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM) designation in 2017 under the [...]
Calling all Clubs: Inspire the Next Generation Through the Youth Leadership Program
Every year, Toastmasters clubs around the world help young people discover their voice through the Youth Leadership Program (YLP)—a short, high-impact workshop series that introduces students to the fundamentals of confident communication and leadership. This year, District 99 has received several inquiries from parents, educators, and youth organizations eager to participate—but [...]
Chrysalis: Where Confidence Takes Flight
Article by Erin McDonald, Public Relations Manager At the Heart of Chrysalis Gala Breakfast on October 15, 2025, community leaders, supporters, and Toastmasters from across District 99 gathered to celebrate an organization that changes lives every day. Chrysalis: An Alberta Society for Citizens with Disabilities empowers individuals to build confidence, communication, [...]
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In Memory of Linda Rose Holmevik
It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Linda Rose Holmevik (née McKay), a long-time member of Woodland Communicators club and 2022/23 President of the Year for District 99, on August 13, 2025, at Rose Garden Hospice in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan.
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