TOASTMASTERS CLUB

Big news—our community is on the path to chartering an official Toastmasters club!

WHAT TO EXPECT AT YOUR FIRST MEETING

Toastmasters International is a renowned non-profit educational organization that has been fostering communication and leadership skills worldwide since 1924. With over 364,000 members across 145 countries, it’s an opportunity for us to join a vast network of learners and leaders.

If you’re wondering what Toastmasters is all about, it’s a friendly spot where you can boost your communication skills, learn the art of public speaking, and develop leadership qualities, all in a supportive and positive environment.

If you’re curious, haven’t signed up, or just want to learn more, drop by our next meeting as a guest! It’s for anyone interested in finding their voice, from the novice speaker to the next great orator.

CHARTER PROGRESS
MEMBERSHIP FEES RECEIVED

TOTAL REQUIRED - 20 MEMBERSHIPS ($4560 CAD)
82%

overview of a toastmasters MEETING

Welcome and Introduction (5 minutes)

A brief welcome by the club’s President or meeting leader, setting the stage for the meeting.

1-2 members deliver speeches they’ve prepared in advance.

Impromptu speaking session where members respond to random topics without prior preparation.

Constructive feedback is provided to each speaker who delivered a prepared speech.

Reports from roles like Timer, Grammarian, and Ah-Counter.

Final thoughts and announcements by the club organization.

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE ROLES

Toastmaster of the Day

Acts as the host and facilitator for the meeting, ensuring it runs smoothly and according to schedule.

Table Topics Master

Leads the impromptu speaking segment of the meeting, challenging members with a list of spontaneous topics.

Speaker

Delivers a prepared speech based on one of the educational tracks (5 - 7 min.). Your first speech will always be an ice-breaker (4 - 6 min.) .

Evaluator

Provides constructive feedback to a speaker, focusing on strengths and areas for improvement.

The "Ah"-Counter

Monitors and records overused words and filler sounds (like "um," "ah," or "you know") spoken by members during the meeting.

The Grammarian

Notes any grammatical strengths and areas for improvement, also introduces the ‘Word of the Day’ to enhance vocabulary.

The Timer

Keeps track of time for each segment and speaker to ensure the meeting adheres to its allotted schedule.

General Evaluator

Oversees and evaluates the overall quality of the meeting, including the performance of evaluators and other roles.

HOSTED BY THE KANATA MUSLIM ASSOCIATION. ORGANIZED BY MUSLIM YOUNG PROFESSIONALS OTTAWA.