Submitted by Joseph Bodnar, Ontario State Treasurer St. Anthony of Padua Congratulations to St. Anthony of Padua Council 13286 (Haliburton, Ontario) who's members and guests celebrated their 25th anniversary at the Heather Lodge in Minden on November 17, 2023.
Submitted by Ontario State Council Friday saw another Exemplification ceremony in Ontario. This one was hosted at St. Eugene de Mazenod Parish Council 12916 in Brampton on November 17, 2023.
Submitted by Scott BellMary Mother of GodThe Knights of Columbus (K of C) recently passed an impressive milestone in their charitable giving—they have given 1 million coats to children in need through their Coats for Kids program! Started in 2009, Coats for Kids gives new winter jackets to children whose families struggle to purchase appropriate winter wear. K of C councils across Canada and the United States participate in the program,including your local Mary Mother of God Knights council 14446 which has contributed 100's of coats over the years to this achievement. This year your council contributed to this effort by [...]
Submitted by Joseph Bodnar, State Treasurer S.K. Leonard T. Smith Squire Circle 4742 On Saturday November 11, 2023 Counsellors and Squires from the S.K. Leonard T. Smith Squire Circle 4742 gathered to march in the City of Oshawa Remembrance Day parade to remember the men and women who gave their lives to protect the freedoms we enjoy today. Since its Charter in 2001 the Circle has attended the parade each year carrying the wreaths from the Knights of District 36 and 37. Two former Squires, Craig Zealand (3rd from left)and Owen Kay (3rd from right), who are now members of the [...]
Submitted by GK Yolando FernandesSt. Barnabas ParishMembers of Council 13785 welcomed our newest brother Josemari (Joey) Castaneda into our council, along with e-member Bro Sheen Pardinas. Bro Joey completed his on demand exemplification online on 2nd Nov'23. After the general meeting on Wed 15th Nov’23, WGK and council members, presented Bro Joey with his new member kit and 3rd degree exemplification certificate, (seen in the picture holding his certificate) along side Bro Sheen holding the council banner. Our heartfelt congratulations goes out to both Bro Joey and Bro Sheen.
Submitted by Dale Tuepah Dr. J. F. Dunn On November 11, 2023, members of Dr. J.F. Dunn Council 5153 in Carleton Place attended the annual Remembrance Day Ceremony.
Submitted by Dale TuepahDr. J. F. DunnCouncil 5153 Carleton Place/Almonte hosted a Spaghetti & Meatball Dinner at St. Mary's Parish Hall in Carleton Place. There were13 members & 4 wives working at the event. Fr. Stéphane Pouliot of St. Mary's CP, and Fr. Cyprian Adibe of Holy Name of Mary were present at the dinner, where 120 parishioners attended. The event was a success.
Submitted by Roger RichardSt. Jude College CiuncilSunday, November 12, 2023, St. Jude College Council 17476 hosted an Exemplification of Charity, Unity and Fraternity. The Exemplification Honor All the Deceased Members. There were 4 Councils involve all in District 101. The total of new members completed the Exemplification was 6.
Submitted by Ontario State Council Before every State holds their mid-year reviews with their respective district deputies, all of the state deputies are convened by the Supreme Council to gather and hold an Order-wide review of the Order. The meetings consisted of reports on the progress being made thus far, followed by break out sessions where new ideas are shared or developed with a view of being implemented in the second half of the fraternal year.
Submitted by Ontario State Council Sunday October 29, State Deputy Bruce S. Poulin attended the early Mass at St. Eugene De Mazenod Church to lead a Church Drive for St. Eugene De Mazenod Council 12916 (Brampton, ON). In addition, he presented a Certificate of Appreciation, on behalf of Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly, to Rev. Wojciech Pawel Kurzydlo . He is being recognized for his unwavering support of the Knights. The State Deputy also had the honour to present the Grand Knight, Thomas Gronau with the Columbian Award. To receive this award council members must conduct and report at least four [...]
