Toastmasters District 86

District Leadership committee - call for candidates
2025-11-01 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Toronto)
Interested in a leadership role? The District Leadership Committee is looking for members to stand as candidates. This is a key opportunity to serve and provide direction for District 86.

Area Directors submit Club Visit Reports District deadline
2025-10-31 00:00 - 23:59
This is a reminder for all Area Directors to submit their Club Visit Reports by Oct 31, 2025. These reports are a crucial part of our support system, providing valuable insights into the health and needs of each club and allowing the District to offer timely assistance. We appreciate your dedication and hard work in serving our clubs. Please ensure all your Club Visit Reports are submitted on time to help us maintain a clear overview of our district’s progress and to support our clubs effectively.

Beyond “Good Job”: The 2-Sheet Blueprint for Powerful Evaluations
2025-10-29 19:00 - 20:00
Join our next PQD Workshop and discover a simple 2-sheet system that will help you deliver evaluations that motivate, inspire, and actually help speakers grow.

✅Learn how to balance encouragement with actionable insight

✅ Understand the “hidden structure” behind effective feedback

🎯Workshop: Beyond “Good Job”: The 2-Sheet Blueprint for Powerful Evaluations

📅 Date: October 29th, 2025

🕖 Time: 7:00 PM

Area C43 Humorous Speech Contest
2025-10-27 19:00 - 21:00
Area C43 Humorous Speech Contest

Location: St. Alban’s Church Hall at 537 Main Street, Glen Williams, ON

Entry Fee: $5

Area T91 Humorous Speech Contest
2025-10-27 18:45 - 20:00
Area T91 Humorous Speech Contest

Location: Saugeen Toastmasters, Hope Community Church, 373 18th Ave, Hanover ON

Entry Fee: $0

Area S73 Humorous Speech Contest
2025-10-25 10:30 - 12:30
AFTER S72 Contest*Area S73 Humorous Speech Contest

Location: Green Village Church, 505 Village Green Ave, London, Ontario

Entry Fee: $10

Area S72 Humorous Speech Contest
2025-10-25 09:00 - 10:00
AFTER S71 Contest*Area S72 Humorous Speech Contest

Location: Green Village Church, 505 Village Green Ave, London, Ontario

Entry Fee: $10

Area S71 Humorous Speech Contest
2025-10-25 08:00 - 09:30
Area S71 Humorous Speech Contest

Location: Green Village Church, 505 Village Green Ave, London, Ontario

Entry Fee: $10

Area L53 Humorous Speech Contest
2025-10-23 19:15 - 20:45
Area L53 Humorous Speech Contest

Location: Stoney Creek Toastmasters – 890 Queenston Rd, Stoney Creek

Entry Fee: $0

Area L52 Humorous Speech Contest
2025-10-23 19:00 - 20:30
Area L52 Humorous Speech Contest

Location: Niagara College – Daniel J. Patterson Campus, 135 Taylor Rd, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON L0S 1J0 (possibly room N102 – will confirm)

Entry Fee: $0

Area L51 Humorous Speech Contest
2025-10-23 19:00 - 20:30
Area L51 Humorous Speech Contest

Location: Valley Town Toastmasters: Dundas Town Hall, 60 Main Street, Dundas, Ontario, on the upper 2nd floor auditorium.

Entry Fee: $0

Area D83 Humorous Speech Contest
2025-10-23 18:30 - 20:30
Area D83 Humorous Speech Contest

Location: 16 Mile Sports Complex, 3070 Neyagawa Blvd, Oakville

Entry Fee: $0

Area C42 Humorous Speech Contest
2025-10-23 18:30 - 20:30
Area C42 Humorous Speech Contest

Location: Meadowvale Community Centre program room 1 – 6655 Glen Erin Dr, Mississauga, ON L5N 3L4

Entry Fee: $5

Area T92 Humorous Speech Contest
2025-10-21 19:00 - 20:00
Area T92 Humorous Speech Contest

Location: Allan Reuter Centre, 507 King St E, Cambridge, ON

Entry Fee: $0

Area S74 Humorous Speech Contest
2025-10-18 09:30 - 11:30
Area S74 Humorous Speech Contest

Location: Lawrence House, 127 Christina St. S. Sarnia ON, London, Ontario

Entry Fee: $5

Area D81 Humorous Speech Contest
2025-10-17 19:00 - 21:00
Area D81 Humorous Speech Contest

Location: Halton Regional Centre, 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville, ON L6M 3L1, Room M3-11

Entry Fee: $0

Club Mentoring Workshop
2025-10-15 19:00 - 20:00
Mark your calendar for Wednesday, October 15, 2025 (7-8 pm EST)!The Club Mentoring Workshop with Sharon Jenkins will focus on building stronger, more sustainable clubs.This session will help you enhance your leadership by learning how to guide and support others effectively.You’ll also sharpen your communication and coaching skills, valuable in both personal and professional life.Register today and take the next step in your growth journey

Area L54 Humorous Speech Contest
2025-10-15 18:30 - 20:30
Area L54 Humorous Speech Contest

Location: Steeltown Town Toastmasters – 780 Upper Wentworth St Hamilton, ON L9A 4V7omplex, 3070 Neyagawa Blvd, Oakville

Entry Fee: $0

Humorous Speech Contest - Area Level
2025-10-12 00:00 - 2025-10-31 23:59
Area Contests should be scheduled between October 12 and October 31

AMPLIFY YOUR VOICE: PODCASTING MADE SIMPLE
2025-10-08 19:30 - 20:30

Reminder to clubs with semi-annual election to form their Election Nomination Committee
2025-10-01 08:00 - 2025-10-31 17:00
Clubs who have six month club officer terms need to start forming their election nomination teams, set a club election date and ensure that club elections are held before the end of the term (Dec. 31). The new six month terms starts January 1 and the new officers would require training and need to be identified on Toastmasters International before this date.

DCP Deadline for partial Goal 10 credit for the October renewal period
2025-10-01 08:00 - 17:00
This is an important reminder regarding the Distinguished Club Program (DCP). The deadline to achieve partial Goal 10 credit for the upcoming October renewal period is fast approaching. Clubs that have submitted four educational awards will be eligible to earn this point toward their DCP goals for the year. Please ensure all educational awards are submitted and processed in a timely manner to meet this deadline. This is a crucial opportunity to get a head start on your club’s success for the current Toastmasters year

Club Special Theme Meetings (Special Event opportunity for Club PR)
2025-10-01 00:00 - 2025-10-31 23:59
Hosting a Special Theme Meeting is a powerful tool. These special events offer a fantastic opportunity to showcase your club’s personality, create memorable experiences, and generate buzz on social media. Whether it’s a holiday-themed meeting, a debate night, or a session dedicated to storytelling, a special theme can make your meeting stand out and be easier to promote. We encourage all club Public Relations Officers and leaders to make your next meeting a special event that everyone will want to be a part of. Get creative and start planning your special theme meeting today!

Open House Months - Sept - Oct
2025-10-01 00:00 - 2025-10-31 23:59
Now that September has passed, this is the perfect opportunity to make the most of Club Open House Month in October! We encourage all clubs to seize this final chance to showcase the value of Toastmasters and attract new guests.

Of the Year Awards submission deadline
2025-10-01 00:00 - 23:59

Deadline to Submit Membership Applications to TI for TI’s “Smedley Award” Membership Contest
2025-09-30 08:00 - 17:00
The deadline to submit membership applications to Toastmasters International for the “Smedley Award” Membership Contest is fast approaching!

To qualify for the prestigious Smedley Award ribbon and a 10% discount on your next club order, remember that applications and payments for new, dual, or reinstated members with a join date between August 1 and September 30 must be received by Toastmasters International or submitted online no later than September 30.

Don’t miss this final opportunity to boost your club’s membership and earn well-deserved recognition! Ensure all new member applications are processed promptly.

Deadline for Public Relations Manager to Submit District Communications Plan to TI
2025-09-30 00:00 - 23:59
Public Relations Manager to Submit District Communications Plan to TI

Deadline for Club Growth Director to submit District Marketing Plan to TI
2025-09-30 00:00 - 23:59
Club Growth Director to submit the District Marketing Plan to Toastmasters International

Deadline for Clubs to Submit Club Success Plan to TI
2025-09-30 00:00 - 23:59
Submit Your Club’s Success Plan!

Don’t miss the deadline for clubs to submit your Success Plans to your Area Directors. This is a crucial step for ensuring your club’s growth and achieving its goals within District 86. Get your plans in on time to help your club thrive!

How to Become a Distinguished Club
2025-09-24 19:00 - 20:00
Are you ready to take your Toastmasters club to the next level? Our upcoming workshop, How to Become a Distinguished Club, will give you the tools, strategies, and insights to help your club achieve excellence. Whether you’re a new officer or a seasoned leader, you’ll walk away with practical steps that make the Distinguished Club Program not just a goal, but a roadmap for success.
