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Congratulations to Guy Saurette, Kenora's newest Paul Harris Fellow. President Lloyd presented the certificate and pin to Guy at a NOW packing event. This is Guy's first PHF
Executive Director Lois Bailey of Wigwas, Program Manager Sheelagh Reid and Enviromental Service Manager Kerry Livingstone gave the club an informative update on what has changed over the past few years at Wigwas Elder and Senior Care Home. Changes from a tired operation to a now vibrant home for seniors are easily spotted when you visit Wigwas. Lois kept reenforcing that it was her hard working team that allowed all the positive changes .
The Legacy of Lucia Melnick Forever an endowment fund that the KLWCF has set up in her honour . The banner was proudly displayed at this year's Festival of the Arts. The arts is something that Lucia always supported and participated in. Lucia was a long time honourary Rotarian until her passing in the fall of 2023
The St. Thomas Aquinas Interact Club in Kenora made a generous donation to the Ripple Effect Scholarship Fund. They raised $600 to send a student at the Santo Domingo Xenacoj School to high school for a year!
This is the 5th consecutive year the students have sponsored a student in Guatemala.
April 8th had City of Kenora staff shoveling out the Rotary Peace Park. When will there be spring?
On March 25th a group of Rotarians came out to Wigwas Elder and Senior Care Home to meet with different residents and do a survey with them. The survey will give the Wigwas staff an idea on whether there are areas that need to be addresses.
Rotarian John Dahl goes thru a survey with Wigwas resident
March 23rd presentation was by Dr Jonny Grek on needles.He spoke about how needles were always some how connected to him from his early days in Liverpool to the current situation of needles here in Kenora. What Dr Grek reminded us of is that a drug addict is not thinking about anything when getting high other than the high. The last thing on that person's mind is how to properly dispose of needles
Water is something we all need to survive, but billions of people live without safe drinking water. Rotary members are working tirelessly to change this. Through projects that provide sustainable clean water, sanitation, and hygiene, we’re helping communities thrive and build healthier futures. This life-changing work is made possible by generous supporters like you. Your gift to The Rotary Foundation fuels these efforts, providing resources for Rotary members to implement projects that transform societies. This World Water Day, 22 March, you can make a difference. A gift today can help more people gain access to clean water and bring hope to communities around the globe. You can also enroll in Rotary Direct, our Foundation's recurring giving program, to support this vital work throughout the year. Let’s work together to ensure that all people have safe, clean water. Sincerely, The Rotary Foundation |
Rotarian Paddy Brett performed at the Lake of the Woods Brewing Company on March 14th in celebration of St Patrick's Day.By all accounts it was great turn out to listen to Paddy sing Irish folks songs. A portion of each ticket sold will go towards the building of the Rotary Playground on Coney Island
Meeting March 9th was to be entertained by the Sunset Country Handbell Ringers. The group is directed by Ruth Girard. Their performance was a small thank you for the financial support that our club gave the group during the covid shut down
Come out and be Irish on St Patrick's Day. Rotarian Pat Brett has donated his time and talent in support of the fully accessible Rotary Playground on Coney Island. The playground is set to be started this spring. Rotary's committment is $66,000 for the naming rights
Rotarian John Dahl delivers a $500 cheque to the Fellowship Centre to help with their programs. Donation was from the Health and Hunger Committee. Jubilee Church also received a $500 cheque
March is Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) Month. During this month, Rotary clubs worldwide highlight their
commitment to providing clean water and sanitation facilities to create healthier communities and promote
basic human rights
Old Deaner )aka Dean Irvine) takes the plunge at Garrow Park on March 1st
Dean helped raise an incredible $2255 for the Ontario Special Olympics
Thank you Dean for your committment to do good for our community
Rotarians and Friends of Rotary braved cooler weather on Feb 28th to raise money for the Fellowship Centre and Jubilee Church. The weather just makes it more real that there are people who live this every day
In total we have now raised an incredible $2735 plus the Health and Hunger Committee donated another $500 to both Fellowship Centre and to Jubilee Church. Thank you Walkers and team supporters.
Rotarians braved the minus 25 weather to serve up chili at Winter Carnaval weekend
Lots of compliments on the hot chili and hot chocolate
Lloyd, Fred and Ron, waiting to serve
Christine Hansen mixes up the ground beef for the chili at the Anglican Church
Debra and Linda get the ingredients ready for the chili dinner later that day. Many hands made light work
Interact students at Thomas Aquinas School with their Rotary sponsored pink shirts, supporting Canadian Mental Health Association anti bullying day on Pink Shirt Day Feb 25th
Every year on Pink Shirt Day, people in schools, workplaces and communities across the world reach for something pink as a quiet act of courage. That small choice sends a clear message about the kind of communities we want to build: places where people feel safe and respected.
Teacher Chris Penner is presented with an Honouary Paul Harris Fellowship for the work he has done with developing students at Beaver Brae.District Governor Wayne Jacobsen left and Club President Lloyd Mack
DG Wayne Jacobsen and president Lloyd Mack present Ursula Larson with her Honourary Paul Harris Fellowship. Ursula is a long time volunteer with the rowing club and the Kenora Nordic Ski and Biathlon Club
Club President Lloyd Mack presents his wife Shirley with her PHF+2 at the Paul Harris Dinner on Feb 23,2026
Mar 1, 2026, 11:00 AM — 12:30 PM
Come out and support Old Deaner aka Dean Irvine
In support of Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Ontario
Hosted by Special Olympics Ontario
Come join the Rotary Club of Kenora Team for the walk on the Coldest Night of the Year. Please click the link and join the team or contribute to this causeAll the funds we raise stay in Kenora to support the Jubilee Church and the Kenora Fellowship Centre.
A nice sunny winter's day at the Rotary Peace ParkIncoming president Michael Szajewski (left) chaired the Monday meeting where members got a chance to know our newest Rotarian Stewart Walter (right)
On behalf of President Lloyd Mack it is my pleasure to invite you to A Special Rotary Evening of Celebration. The Paul Harris Recognition Dinner is the Rotary Club of Kenora's premiere event of the year.
This year our club is recognizing Ursula Larsson and Chris Penner with Honorary Paul Harris Fellow Awards for their significant volunteer contributions, in the spirit of Rotary, to our community. They exemplify Rotary's "Service above Self " motto for devoting their time, effort and passion for the betterment of our community.
We will also recognize member contributions to The Rotary Foundation.
Keynote speaker District Governor Wayne Jacobsen and his wife Gwen will be our special guests.
Please come and join us for an evening of fun, fellowship and good food!! Family and friends are also welcome!
Please rsvp by no later than Monday February 16. E-transfer to: sreid.rotary@gmail.com
We look forward to seeing you there.
Regards
Gord LeMaistre, Chair
Gord LeMaistre, Chair
Foundation Committee
Rotarian Anne Anderson, Literacy Committee chair, presents Shelayne Raymond with the 2026 Kenora Community Service Award, a $1000 scholarship for Seven Generations Education Institute students. Shelayne is in her first year of the two-year Social Service Worker diploma offered by SGEI in partnership with Canadore College.
Shelayne exemplifies 'Service above Self' in a variety of contexts. Her volunteer role for Kenora Pride includes supporting events, participating in meetings, sitting on committees and connecting with the community in a welcoming and inclusive way. Her instructors at Seven Generations describe her as engaged, friendly and approachable; someone who will always consider the perspectives of others and contributes to academic debates. She is a natural servant leader within Seven Generations and her community.
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LW Brewing Co. Earth Day Community Clean Up Day
Apr. 25, 2026
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Denise Lysak and Audrey Manzie tentative
Jun 08, 2026 12:00 PM
Lake of the Woods Brewing Company Earth Day Clean Up
by Debra LeMaistre
This is a PARTIAL List of those who have benefited from donations from the Rotary Club of Kenora:
