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Silent Auction is LIVE!

The 2026 Rotary Strikes agains Cancer 3 pitch Silent Auction is now LIVE and awaiting your browsing and bidding. 
Everything is online.  There at 2 auctions, both close at 3pm on Saturday June 20th. Items will be ready for pick up at 4pm until 7pm at Kinsmen Park.
Lots of amazing items from our wonderful Community.
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Catch the Ace is Back!! 2026-03-30 04:00:00Z 0
Serious Illness/End of Life Doula Phil Black 2026-03-12 04:00:00Z 0
New Pool Tour Phil 2026-02-26 05:00:00Z 0

2026 Rotary Strikes Against Cancer 3 Pitch Tournament

Step up to the plate for our 2026 Strikes Against Cancer 3 Pitch Tournament. ⚾🎗️ Your registration helps the Rotary Club of Parry Sound chartered 1936, support local families facing cancer and fund community programs grounded in service above self.

 

Gather your team, enjoy a day of friendly competition, and play for a cause that hits close to home. Please complete the form below so we can confirm your spot, share event details, and keep the tournament running smoothly.

 

Registration opens February 14th!

 

Registration fee only $150!

 

Only 16 team spots available, so register your team today! Follow the link or QR code  below to register your team and for additional details.

 

https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/2026-strikes-against-cancer-3-pitch-tournament

 

 

Similar to 2025, this will be a one day tournament.

Date:  Saturday June 20, 2026

Kinsmen Park, Parry Sound.

 

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Yours in Rotary!

 


 
 2026 Rotary Strikes Against Cancer 3 Pitch Tournament Cheryl Ward 2026-02-19 05:00:00Z 0

 NOTICE - Annual General Meeting

NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING (AGM)
THE ROTARY CLUB OF PARRY SOUND, CHARTERED 1936 
Date of Notice: Jan 31, 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of The Rotary Club of Parry Sound, Chartered 1936 will be held:  
Date: Tuesday February 24, 2026
Time: 4pm
Location: The Corporate Corner, 53 James Street, Parry Sound
                  McDougall Room
 NOTICE - Annual General Meeting Cheryl Ward 2026-02-11 05:00:00Z 0
Debbie Stivrins President 2026-01-21 05:00:00Z 0
Additional Funds From Christmas Hamper to Salvation Army Phil 2026-01-21 05:00:00Z 0

District Awards

Past District Governor Steve Wilkinson presented our Debbi Strivrins with a number of prestigious awards for our Club's performance over the past year.
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Thank you Adams Bros. Construction

🎄 Our 2025 Christmas Hamper Project is off to an incredible start!

We’re filled with gratitude for Adams Bros Construction and their amazing staff for their generous support. The Adams team raised $1,000 at their staff Christmas party, and the company added another $500 donation — for a total contribution of $1,500 to help families in our community this holiday season. 💛

We’re so fortunate to live in a community where kindness and generosity shine so brightly. Adams Bros Construction has been a longtime supporter of the Rotary Club of Parry Sound (Charter 1936), and the compassion of their team continues to inspire us all.

Thank you, Team Adams! 🌟

📸 Pictured above (left to right):
Adams staff — Janice, Tanya, Rylan, Chris, and Vanessa
Rotarians — Mary Lynne Black, Cheryl Ward, June Aylsworth, Sue Whitley, Kerry Mutrie, and Debbie Stivrins

To donate to this years 2025 Christmas Hampers, please visit RotaryParrySound.org or click https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/donation-form/2025-rotary-christmas-hampers-project
 Thank you Adams Bros. Construction Cheryl Ward 2025-11-09 05:00:00Z 0

2025 Christmas Hampers Project

The Rotary Club of Parry Sound Charter 1936 has partnered with Stacie & Troy’s No Frills, The Salvation Army, and Crofter’s to donate Christmas Turkey Hampers to families in need in our area.

Please help us again this year.

A donation of $40 will buy: potatoes, onions, carrots, cranberries, stuffing, gravy mist and a turkey that will feed a family of 6.  Our goal is to feed 100 families.

Please donate online at rotaryparrysound.org (or follow the QR code) or contact any local Rotarian.

Please make cheques payable to ‘Parry Sound Rotary Trust’

All donations $20 and over will receive a charitable tax receipt.


https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/donation-form/2025-rotary-christmas-hampers-project

 
 2025 Christmas Hampers Project Cheryl Ward 2025-11-09 05:00:00Z 0

Breakfast Club Donation

Thanks to our Tuesday Night Car Show 50/50 Raffle partnership with the Parry Sound Cruzers, we were able to make another Breakfast Club donation — this one to St. Peter’s School!
Pictured below: Christine and Wayne McKibbin (Cruzers), Principal Susan Eccleshall, and Rotarian Mary Lynne Black.
 Breakfast Club Donation Cheryl Ward 2025-10-19 04:00:00Z 0
Barb Kerr Senior's Event Phil 2025-10-16 04:00:00Z 0

Breakfast Programs Donations

Every Tuesday evening the Parry Sound Cruzers host ‘cruise night’ in downtown Parry Sound where classic car owners park and display their beautiful cars for everyone to see.  The Rotary Club of Parry Sound chartered 1936 have had the privilege of conducting the weekly 50/50 draw during the evening.  With the generous support of all in attendance, we were pleased to present a cheque for over $1,400 to support Breakfast programs in Parry Sound. Pictured here: Hugh and Nancy Bailey, Shannon Mahon, principal of PSPS and Rotarian Mary Lynne Black.  
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Breakfast Programs Donations Cheryl Ward 2025-10-06 04:00:00Z 0
Frank Richman Donation Phil 2025-09-17 04:00:00Z 0
Presentation of $10,000 to Hospital Phil 2025-09-16 04:00:00Z 0
Supporting Minor Hockley in Parry Sound Phil 2025-08-27 04:00:00Z 0
Newest Rotarian Julie Haist Phil Black 2025-06-15 04:00:00Z 0
McPherson Air Cadets Annual Review PHILLIP 2025-06-09 04:00:00Z 0
Speakers From Road Runner Mechanics Phil Black 2025-05-15 04:00:00Z 0
Georgian Bay Bio Reserve Phil 2025-05-07 04:00:00Z 0
Rotary Strikes Against Cancer 3 pitch tournament Cheryl Ward 2025-04-27 04:00:00Z 0
Looking Back: Women in Rotary Debbie Stivrins 2025-04-19 04:00:00Z 0
Our Sergeant at Arms Phil 2025-03-22 04:00:00Z 0

Climate Action Speakers

 
 
 
Presenting Information on the Climate Action work of our Biosphere Group in Parry Sound are Ben John  and Ethan Schnier with Rotarian Kerri Mutrie
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Climate Action Speakers Phil and Kerri 2025-03-04 05:00:00Z 0
Presentation at our Meeting Phil 2025-01-17 05:00:00Z 0
New Stove Parry Sound Public School 2024-12-09 05:00:00Z 0

Packing the Christmas Hampers

 
 
Rotarians and volunteers with the Salvation Army packing the Christmas Baskets. Over $5,000 was raised by Rotary Club of Parry Sound Est 1936 and more funds are coming.
 Packing the Christmas Hampers 2024-12-09 05:00:00Z 0

Santa Parade 2024

Parry Sound Christmas parade with the sponsored Rotary Hockey team
 Santa Parade 2024 2024-12-09 05:00:00Z 0
Three New members 2024-12-09 05:00:00Z 0
Calendar Project Rotarian Debbie Stivrins Hard at work Phil Black 2024-12-05 05:00:00Z 0
Donation St Peter's Breakfast Program Phil Black 2024-11-20 05:00:00Z 0

Breakfast Program  
Donation

 
Presentation of Annual Cheque raised from the 50/50 draw at the Cruisers Summer gathering.
Mary Lynne Black Treasurer Rotary Club of Parry Sound, Shannon Mahon, Principal, Parry Sound Public School, Dave Williams, President Rotary Club of Parry Sound,
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Breakfast Program  Donation Phil Black 2024-11-20 05:00:00Z 0
New Rotarian Bob Williams 2024-11-10 05:00:00Z 0
Tim Claydon New Rotarian Phil 2024-11-06 05:00:00Z 0

2024 Christmas Hamper Project

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The Rotary Club of Parry Sound has partnered with The Salvation Army, Stacie &Troy’s No Frills, and Crofter’s to donate Christmas Turkey Dinner Hampers to families in need in our area. 
A donation of $40 will buy potatoes, onions, carrots, cranberries, stuffing, gravy and a turkey that feeds a family of 6. Our goal is to feed 100 families.
Please click on the following link to donate.  All donations  $20 and over  will receive a charitable tax receipt. https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/9c4edf0a-75c9-4bb2-aafc-3a7df8c28424
 
 2024 Christmas Hamper Project Cheryl Ward 2024-11-04 05:00:00Z 0
Polio Eradication Dinner PCB 2024-11-02 04:00:00Z 0
Apple picking for Aspen Valley Animal Sanctuary Phil 2024-10-28 04:00:00Z 0
Support of Rotary Atoms Hockey Phil 2024-10-10 04:00:00Z 0
WPS Cultural and Recreation Centre Phil Black 2024-09-26 04:00:00Z 0
Foundation Dinner Linda West 2024-04-29 04:00:00Z 0

PELS

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Ukrainian Rotarians and Rotaract Members Attend Pivotal Leadership Seminar in North Bay
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PELS Linda West 2024-04-14 04:00:00Z 0
High School Bursaries Linda West 2024-04-13 04:00:00Z 0
We Have Winners Linda West 2024-04-08 04:00:00Z 0
Thanks -TMLA Linda West 2024-04-01 04:00:00Z 0
Home Town Proud Linda West 2024-03-31 04:00:00Z 0
Rotary Foundation Evening 2024-03-20 04:00:00Z 0
raffle tickets Linda West 2024-03-07 05:00:00Z 0
Breakfast - Hockey Day in Parry Sound Linda West 2024-02-04 05:00:00Z 0
Wendel Clark 2024-01-10 05:00:00Z 0
Parry Sound wants to help immigrants become permanent residents 2023-12-24 05:00:00Z 0
Grocery Program 2023-12-19 05:00:00Z 0
Local Ukrainians Linda West 2023-12-17 05:00:00Z 0
Merry Christmas Linda West 2023-11-26 05:00:00Z 0
Parry Sound scores a game against the Toronto Maple Leafs Alumni 2023-11-23 05:00:00Z 0
The Drop 2023-11-07 05:00:00Z 0
Turkey Dinners Linda West 2023-10-24 04:00:00Z 0
3 Pitch Donation Linda West 2023-08-27 04:00:00Z 0
West Parry Sound Friends of Ukrainians Linda West 2023-07-23 04:00:00Z 0
Strategic/Fundraising/Membership Plan Linda West 2023-07-01 04:00:00Z 0
2023/24 Board Linda West 2023-06-26 04:00:00Z 0
Thank You Linda West 2023-06-22 04:00:00Z 0

Maple Leaf Tickets

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4 Platinum Toronto Maple Leaf Tickets (and $500 visa card) can be purchased at Above and Beyond, 4 Sports, Parry Sound Books and Harris Furniture and Antiques
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Maple Leaf Tickets Linda West 2023-06-11 04:00:00Z 0
Service Above Self 2023-05-27 04:00:00Z 0
Silent Auction Open Linda West 2023-05-22 04:00:00Z 0
Ontario Immigration Nominee Presentation Linda West 2023-05-22 04:00:00Z 0
Ontario Immigration Nominee Program (OINP) Linda West 2023-05-09 04:00:00Z 0
Ukrainians fleeing the war Linda West 2023-04-25 04:00:00Z 0

Pool

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Naming rights for Community Centre 

Rotary Club Donates $25,000
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Pool Linda West 2023-04-18 04:00:00Z 0
Ukrainian curlers Linda West 2023-03-12 05:00:00Z 0
Discover Ukraine Linda West 2023-03-05 05:00:00Z 0
Service above Self Linda West 2023-02-01 05:00:00Z 0
Christmas Hamper Linda West 2023-01-03 05:00:00Z 0
Opening of the Drop Linda West 2022-12-05 05:00:00Z 0
Ukrainian Feast 2022-11-25 05:00:00Z 0

Library

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A donation of $4,914 for Children's programming and English as a Second Language.
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Library Linda West 2022-11-10 05:00:00Z 0

the drop

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A cheque of $2836 presented to "The Drop" for equipment.
 the drop Linda West 2022-11-09 05:00:00Z 0
Remembrance Day 2022-11-09 05:00:00Z 0
Christmas Turkey Hampers 2022-11-01 04:00:00Z 0
McDougall 2022-10-20 04:00:00Z 0
Hospital Donation 2022-10-17 04:00:00Z 0
Housing for Ukrainians 2022-10-06 04:00:00Z 0
Housing for Ukrainians 2022-09-11 04:00:00Z 0
Sehrii Dub 2022-09-11 04:00:00Z 0
Food Security 2022-02-23 05:00:00Z 0
Celebrating Community 2021-12-02 05:00:00Z 0
Grocery Delivery 2020-03-18 04:00:00Z 0
Rotary 3 Pitch Linda West 2020-01-11 05:00:00Z 0
Foundation Dinner 2019 Linda West 2019-10-12 04:00:00Z 0

Museum

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On Tuesday October 8th, some Members of Parry Sound's Rotary Club visited the West Parry Sound
District Museum (probably better known as “The Museum on Tower Hill”).
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Museum Linda West 2019-10-11 04:00:00Z 0

Cancer Care and 3 Pitch Tournament

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To donate toward this and other local cancer care projects you still can donate at ps3pitch.com. This website will stay open all year to accept your donations to cancer care in our community.
 
If you would like to play ball next year to have fun and support amazing projects like this – sign up your team starting on Thursday, February 13th at 9 am and then mark the date on your calendars for our 2nd Annual 3 Pitch Tournament on Father’s Day weekend which is June 19th and 20th, 2020.
 
Back row (left to right): Donald Cull, Donald Brickett, Donald Sanderson, Kevin Fuchs, Cheryl Ward, Howard Hagar, Phillip Youngs, Stephen Heder, Linda West
Front row (left to right): Lynne Atkinson, Sharon Ranney, Linda Chase, June Aylsworth, Dave Brunton
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$25,000 Donation by Rotary Linda West 2019-06-20 04:00:00Z 0
Summer Camp for Five Linda West 2019-06-20 04:00:00Z 0
Thanks to the Sponsors! 2019-06-17 04:00:00Z 0
Annual Dragon Boat Festival 2018 2018-06-16 04:00:00Z 0
Integrated eBulletin for Easier Communication June Brooks 0