Katherine Hahn
Katherine joined the Rotary Club of Stratford in 2003, driven by a desire to contribute to the community that had generously supported her three children. In 2015, she joined the board of directors, subsequently serving as the president during the challenging 2020-21 term. Her leadership during this period resulted in the club being recognized for exceptional growth during Covid, ranking in the top 5% in North America. Until 2023, Katherine held the role of District Polio Chair. A multiple Paul Harris Fellow, she is a member of the Bequest Society, Polio Plus, and Paul Harris Society. Her dedication is further underscored by her upcoming role as District Governor for the 2024-25 Rotary year.
Within her club, Katherine has actively participated in various projects, demonstrating a longstanding commitment to youth services and international initiatives. Her fervor for global impact led her to undertake a NID trip to India in 2018, with her son. Instrumental in numerous annual fundraising projects, she has contributed to the Rural-Urban Dinner, Arts and Crafts Show, and Concession Booth, and initiated the Shine-On Dave Blackburn Memorial Car Rally. She continues to chair the Paul Harris Committee in her club.
A mother of three children and two grandchildren, Katherine resides on a small farm just outside the picturesque city of Stratford. Holding an Honours BA in Exceptionality in Human Learning and Crime and Deviance from the University of Toronto, she is a certified yoga instructor, a professional photo organizer, and a graduate of RLI Levels 1, 2, and 3.
Beyond her Rotary engagements, Katherine volunteers with the Stratford Rotary Hospice and has served as a past board member for the Association of Professional Photo Organizers, Stratford Minor Hockey Association, and the Stratford Agricultural Society. Her interests include traveling, downhill skiing, snowshoeing, photography, genealogy, and yoga.