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Deb LeMaistre

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Barbara King

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Keith Nelson

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Deb LeMaistre

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Clarion Lakeside Inn & Conference Centre

470 1st Ave S
Kenora, ON P9N 1W5
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Dream Trip Draw 2018

Posted by Deb LeMaistre

Congratulations to the Winners of Rotary's Dream Trip Draw, held November 5, 2018!
Thank you to all who purchased a ticket. Our community is the real winner in this, as funds will be distributed throughout to causes such as school food programs, sports programs, etc.
Here is the complete list of winners:

Community Support Services

Posted by Deb LeMaistre

Lynn Moffatt from Community Support Services, District of Kenora Home for the Aged, receives a cheque for $500 from Rotary Club president Lynn Carlson.

Rotary Dream Vacation Draw

Posted by Deb LeMaistre

Be sure to purchase your ticket before they're sold out! Only 576 tickets will be sold!
Tickets are available at select businesses throughout the community, or from any Rotarian.

Jeff Gustafson, Guest Speaker Sept 10th Rotary meeting

At Monday's Rotary meeting, Jeff Gustafson, professional angler shared stories with the club about his recent fishing experiences. The only disappointment was that he didn't bring a map of secret fishing spots on Lake of the Woods.

Donation to Splash Park from Randy Nickle

Thank you to Randy Nickle and A & W for his generous donation to the Splash Park!

Special Guest Health & Hunger Meeting

On Thursday, Sept. 13, the Rotary Club of Kenora’s Health and Hunger Committee welcomed John Currie to its meeting. Currie is executive director of HIP (Honouring Indigenous Peoples) and a member of the Pickering, Ontario Rotary Club. He had been in Winnipeg for the launch of APTN’s First Contact series and was visiting his mother Dale in Dryden, his hometown. Currie was interested to learn about our local efforts in Health and Hunger and shared some about HIP, created by Southern Ontario Rotarians, to support the educational efforts of indigenous people and encourage all Canadians to be aware of indigenous issues, history and culture. l-r: Jim Retson, Fred Wright, John Dahl, Lloyd Mack, John Currie, Stacey Szajewski, Don Kehler and Anne Anderson (missing from photo).

September's Theme

Posted by Deb LeMaistre

LOWDPOA LakeSmart Speaker

Posted on Jul 31, 2018

July 30th Rotary Luncheon speaker - Reed Cuperio, LOWDPOA LakeSmart Program

LOWDPOA staff, Executive Director, Rotarian, Diane Schwartz-William, 2018 LakeSmart Ambassador Reed Cuperio and Assistant Executive Director, Rotarian Linda Nelson shared information about the Lake of the Woods District Property Owners Association and their LakeSmart Program with Rotarians at the regular Monday meeting on July 30th.
Rotarian, Bruce Ormiston thanked Reed for updating the club on this unique community outreach program. The LakeSmart team offers environmentally-friendly messages to shoreline residents and anyone who enjoys the lakes and environment. The program, now in its 8th year continues to expand the broad range of information and activities that it provides, encouraging everyone to contribute to a healthier lake ecosystem.

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Rotary Splash Park Groundbreaking

Posted by Deb LeMaistre on Jul 16, 2018

Rotary Splash Park Groundbreaking July 16, 2018

The Groundbreaking Ceremony held at the site of of the Rotary Splash Park in Norman Park was very well attended by Rotarians, supporters and plenty of children. President Lynn Carlson welcomed everyone, acknowledged our partners - City of Kenora, Northwestern First Nations Elder Jeanette Skead blessed the land, Mayor Canfield spoke about what a great addition the splash park will be for Kenora, and thanked Rotary for their gift to the city. Splash Park Committee Chair Deb LeMaistre acknowledged and thanked the major donors and all who have contributed to our fundraising efforts.
Groundbreaking was completed with the turning of the sod and a barbecue, complete with a beautiful cake.

Here is the link to the interview by CBC Radio Thunder Bay:
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/thunder-bay/splash-pad-accessible-kenora-groundbreaking-1.4750818

District Governor Visit 2018

Posted by Deb LeMaistre on Jul 09, 2018

We had a visit today from the 2018-19 District Governor Elaine Thompson! Our club donated to Polio Plus in her honour and President Lynn got to preside over the meeting for the first time in her year as president.

Lucky Duck Race Winners 2018

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT OF THE ROTARY LUCKY DUCK RACE!
OUR PARTNERS, THE KENORA SPECIAL OLYMPICS WILL RECEIVE A PORTION OF THE PROFITS, WITH THE REMAINING FUNDS GOING TO LOCAL CHARITIES

Rotary's Centennial Project

Posted by Deb LeMaistre

WE have GREAT NEWS to share!!
City Council has passed a resolution to proceed with the construction of the Rotary Splash Park at Norman Park. The contract has been awarded to Sierra Construction of Kenora for a total cost of $537,637!!
The Rotary Club of Kenora is very grateful for the partnerships we have with the City of Kenora, the Northwestern Health Unit, Kenora Association for Community Living, and the Kenora Lake of the Woods District Community Foundation.
We're definitely going to make a BIG SPLASH to celebrate 100 years of Rotary in Kenora!
Our fundraising continues as we aren't fully funded yet, so please support our efforts by donating, buying a brick, or attending a fundraiser. Thanks to everyone who has already donated. We are so grateful for your support!

Lucky Duck Race

Posted by Deb LeMaistre

Race will be held at McLeod Park at 11 A.M. on July 1st. Come and cheer on your duck!!
A BBQ, kids' fish pond, and other events will also be taking place!
Tickets are available at Frosted Foods, Johnson's Pharmacy, The Standard, and Safeway or from Rotarians.
Tickets are $10 each
Cash Prizes!

The Rotary Round-Up

Posted by Deb LeMaistre

Tickets are available at ScotiaBank, Johnson's Pharmacy, Consumer's Frosted Foods and Safeway

Splash Park Donations

Posted by Deb LeMaistre

A donation of $5,000 was made to the Rotary Splash Park fundraising campaign in memory of former Rotarian George Curtis. Pictured is Rotarian Claire Noseworthy, Mary-Lynn Curtis, and George's daughter, Rotarian Darcia Curtis.

Marie Loewen and Heather Bird held a donut sale to raise funds for the Rotary Splash Park. Pictured here with Heather's son Eli is Heather, and Rotary President Deb LeMaistre. Funds raised were $1,400!

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New Member Brandon

New member Brandon LaPointe, Manager of Kenora Honda was welcomed into the family of Rotary!
Pictured left to right: Membership Chair Gord LeMaistre, Assistant District Governor Fred Wright, New Member Brandon, President Deb LeMaistre.

Rotary Big Splash

Fellowship Centre Lunches

Posted by Deb LeMaistre on May 22, 2018

Rotarians were out in the community serving food at the Fellowship Centre lunch sponsored by the First Presbyterian Church! Pictured are Rotarians Mike and Stacy Michael Szajewski and John Dahl
“Not everybody can be famous but everybody can be great, because greatness is determined by service.”― Martin Luther King Jr.

Helping Food Programs

Posted by Deb LeMaistre on May 02, 2018

Bowls and cutlery to four school breakfast/lunch programs: St. Thomas Aquinas, Pope John Paul II, Evergreen and Beaver Brae were delivered today, a donation from the Rotary Club. Also a set of pots & pans, cooking utensils and dishes were donated for transitional housing units at the Kenora Fellowship Centre.

Kenora Rotary Auction

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Habitat for Humanity Donation

A donation of $1,000 was presented to Habitat Representative Joan Schelske (centre). Presenting the cheque is Rotary Treasurer Barbara King (left). Right is Rotary President Deb LeMaistre.

Canadian Tire Donation

CANADIAN TIRE DONATES TO THE KENORA ROTARY SPLASH PARK
Pictured is John Dahl, Fundraising Chair, Randy Orford, Canadian Orford, Associate Dealer - Canadian Tire, Rotarians Deb & Gord LeMaistre, Committee Chairs

Canadian Tire has donated $5,000 to the Rotary Splash Park Fundraising Campaign! Thanks for your support!

Cheeseburger in Paradise

Posted by Deb LeMaistre

Please join us and support the Rotary Splash Park!

Habitat for Humanity

Posted by Deb LeMaistre on Mar 11, 2018

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY IS NOW A SERVICE PARTNER OF ROTARY INTERNATIONAL
EVANSTON, IL (October 2, 2017) — More than 1 billion people around the world live in inadequate housing according to the United Nations Centre for Human Settlements. Through a partnership between Rotary and Habitat for Humanity, more will have access to safe and affordable housing across the globe.
The partnership will facilitate collaboration between local Rotary clubs and local Habitat for Humanity organizations, enabling Habitat to extend their volunteer pool by tapping into Rotary’s 1.2 million members in 200 countries and regions.

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Flag Raising 2018

Members of Kenora City Council and Rotarians gather to raise the Rotary Flag in celebration of Rotary International Week.
Centre: Mayor David Canfield

Upcoming Events

Float Decorating
Kenon Builders Building

Nov 22, 2018
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Major Giving to Rotary Foundation
Nov 26, 2018
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM

World Community Service Meeting
Beaver Brae School

Dec 06, 2018
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Rotary New Years Eve Family Event
Kenora Recreation Centre

Dec 31, 2018
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM

World Rotary Day
Feb 23, 2019

PETS
Mar 15, 2019 – Mar 17, 2019

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Guest Speakers

Eva Vida/Bob Durston
Nov 19, 2018

1-2-3 The Rotary Foundation Explained

Pat Chernesky
Nov 26, 2018

Major Giving to Rotary Foundation

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Photo Albums

Lucky Duck Race 2017

Kenora Rotary Local Projects

Rotary Club Donations

Vernon Trails Fellowship

San Miguelito Photos

Rotary Club of Kenora Grant Recipients

Rotary Club of Kenora Grant Recipients

by Debra LeMaistre

This is a PARTIAL List of those who have benefited from donations from the Rotary Club of Kenora:

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