District Governor visit
Oct 17, 2023 7:00 AM
Dr. Pardeep Ahluwalia
District Governor visit
Dr. Pardeep Ahluwalia was born in India, grew up and was educated in the UK, and finished his academic training in Ottawa, Ontario, where he made his home with his wife, Simmy; their son and daughter-in-law, Amrit and Amanda, live in London ON. Following academic training in pharmacology and post-doctoral research in behavioural neuroscience, Pardeep joined the Canadian federal public service. During his career, Dr. Ahluwalia gained extensive experience in university research policy and program management; in domestic and international science and technology policy analysis and development; in the management of science and research programs and facilities; and in areas of social and economic development related to international development assistance.After considering various service organisation options, Pardeep chose to utilise his skillset within Rotary International in order to help those less fortunate. He joined the Rotary Club of West Ottawa in 2016, where he served in a number of roles: Club President for two consecutive terms; Chair of the Lottery Calendar Fundraiser; co-Chair of the International Service Committee. Pardeep also led the development and adoption of the 2021 District 7040 Strategic Plan. Dr. Pardeep Ahluwalia assumed the role of District Governor for D7040 in July 2023.