Finding A Club
There are over 100 clubs in Southern British Columbia and Vancouver Island, and we have members joining us virtually from around the world in addition to our in-person meetings. If you are interested in attending an upcoming event at District 21 or would like to find out if there is a location closer to you, our community is always happy to help. All are welcome to attend an introductory meeting. Contact our team for more info.
What Is Toastmasters?
Toastmasters International is a nonprofit educational organization that encourages public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs. Headquartered in Englewood, Colorado, the organization’s membership is approximately 280,000 in more than 14,700 clubs in 144 countries. Since 1924, Toastmasters International has helped people from diverse backgrounds become more confident speakers, communicators, and leaders.
What Are the Benefits?
Membership in Toastmasters will help you:
- Gain self-confidence and self-awareness
- Improve your public speaking skills
- Receive regular and constructive feedback from peers with similar interests as you
- Gain a competitive advantage in the workplace and maximize your potential with:
- Interview preparation
- Online meeting management
- Leadership development
- Project management
- Conflict resolution
- Enjoy unlimited personal growth
Skills for Advancement
Your ability to communicate effectively makes you an asset in the business world. If you can express yourself in a way that makes people pay attention, you’ll be able to influence people’s perceptions of you.
Leadership
Great leaders don’t just make speeches; they inspire people with their words. Toastmasters is more than just confident presentations, it’s about connecting with others and forging meaningful interactions and relationships. People will naturally follow those who are vocal and self-assured.
Confidence
Talking to strangers can be a big hurdle for many people to overcome. At Toastmasters, you won’t just be addressing a room full of people, you’ll gain experience networking with individuals face-to-face. The ability to meet and win over new people is a highly desirable skill in all areas of life.
Personal Growth
What builds character more than experience? Toastmaster encourages participation and rewards those who excel with all kinds of incentives and contests. People who join Toastmasters tend to stick around. Every meeting we hold is a new opportunity to learn and shine.
Upcoming Events
If you’re curious to find out more about what Toastmasters is all about, you’re welcome to stop by and take in a meeting. Contact our team for details.
Skills for Advancement
Your ability to communicate effectively makes you an asset in the business world. If you can express yourself in a way that makes people pay attention, you’ll be able to influence people’s perceptions of you.
Leadership
Great leaders don’t just make speeches; they inspire people with their words. Toastmasters is more than just confident presentations, it’s about connecting with others and forging meaningful interactions and relationships. People will naturally follow those who are vocal and self-assured.
Confidence
Talking to strangers can be a big hurdle for many people to overcome. At Toastmasters, you won’t just be addressing a room full of people, you’ll gain experience networking with individuals face-to-face. The ability to meet and win over new people is a highly desirable skill in all areas of life.
Personal Growth
What builds character more than experience? Toastmaster encourages participation and rewards those who excel with all kinds of incentives and contests. People who join Toastmasters tend to stick around. Every meeting we hold is a new opportunity to learn and shine.
Upcoming Events
If you’re curious to find out more about what Toastmasters is all about, you’re welcome to stop by and take in a meeting. Contact our team for details.
Blog
December Newsletter
Now it is the time to focus on the health of District 21, contest preparation, finding new clubs, and the Hall of Fame event.
Contest Season is coming…
Contest Season is December to April With the holiday season approaching, it’s beginning to look a lot like…Contest Season! Come the new year – Toastmaster’s 100th anniversary btw! – we’ll be launching our 2023-24 Contest Season with two contests:International Speech...
Call for Nominations
District 21 is seeking nominations for the elected positions of District Director, Program Quality Director, Club Growth Director, and Division Directors.
Excel at Toastmasters. Excel in Business.
Once you attend your first meeting, you’ll quickly realize how easily Toastmasters skills can transfer to your job. Whether you’re already in upper management or you’re just starting your career, your presentation and leadership skills can always be strengthened to impressive effect!
Get Ready to Conquer a New Skill
Anyone can become a more comfortable communicator. Practice makes perfect, and you’ll have fun developing your vocabulary and presence in a positive, supportive environment. Toastmasters is the launchpad to great things at any stage in life.
