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Jesus The King Council #15045 supports church summer camp

2026-07-02T18:19:42+00:00

Submitted by Hikmat Michael Dandan, Christian Refugee Relief State Director Jesus The King Council #15045 Jesus The King Council Supports Church Summer Camp. Jesus the King Knights of Columbus Council 15045 generously donated $8,000 to help make it possible for children to attend the Jesus the King 2026 Summer Camp, held at the beautiful Valley of the Mother of God in Ontario. Thanks to their continued generosity, many children will have the opportunity to experience a week where faith meets fun in a meaningful and unforgettable way. Throughout the week, campers will enjoy a variety of exciting activities, including hiking through [...]

Jesus The King Council #15045 supports church summer camp 2026-07-02T18:19:42+00:00

Knights of Columbus Appreciation Night in Chatham

2026-06-24T02:09:41+00:00

Submitted by David Gelinas, State Deputy Ontario State Council On June 9, the Chatham-Kent Barnstormers hosted their annual Volunteer and Knights of Columbus Appreciation Night at Fergie Jenkins Field in Chatham, Ontario. The event recognized and celebrated the dedicated volunteers whose efforts play a vital role in the success of game-day operations, including running concession stands, assisting with stadium cleanups, and organizing 50/50 draws. These activities are primarily managed by KofC councils in Chatham and help raise funds in support of local charities throughout the community. The appreciation night was a tremendous success and served as a fitting tribute to the [...]

Knights of Columbus Appreciation Night in Chatham 2026-06-24T02:09:41+00:00

Brother Deacon Jangho Hong’s Ordination to the Diaconate

2026-07-02T15:32:27+00:00

Submitted by Paul O'Neill Msgr Paul J. Meyer 🎉 Congratulations to Brother Deacon Jangho Hong on his Ordination to the Diaconate on Friday, June 19, 2026, at St. Mary of the Visitation Church in Cambridge. This is a blessed milestone for our Council, as Brother Deacon Jangho becomes the first active member of Council #4916 to be ordained a Deacon. Following the Ordination, our Chaplain, Father David, hosted a celebration, and many Brother Knights were in attendance to share in this joyful occasion. Please join us in congratulating Brother Deacon Jangho and praying for him as he begins this new chapter [...]

Brother Deacon Jangho Hong’s Ordination to the Diaconate 2026-07-02T15:32:27+00:00

Supporting Families in Need

2026-06-09T21:25:47+00:00

Submitted by Joseph Bodnar, State Secretary Ontario State Council The Ontario State Council recently approved to allow each State Board Officer to donate $1,000 donation on behalf of the Ontario Knights of Columbus from the proceeds of the State Council's online 50/50 raffle to a charity in their local community. State Treasurer Joseph Bodnar recently presented a $1,000 cheque to Marian Brady of the St. Vincent de Paul Society – St. Joseph the Worker Conference in Oshawa. The donation will help provide grocery gift cards to families facing financial hardship. With more than 160 families currently seeking assistance through the conference, [...]

Supporting Families in Need 2026-06-09T21:25:47+00:00

$500 DONATION TO MARILLAC PLACE

2026-06-08T00:00:00+00:00

Submitted by BRIAN SMITHSt MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL JUBILEE COUNCILThe St Michael the Archangel Jubilee Council had a very successful Roses for Life campaign this past Mother’s Day Weekend. Council decided to donate $500 from the proceeds to Marillac Place, a women’s transitional shelter in the Kitchener- Waterloo region.

$500 DONATION TO MARILLAC PLACE 2026-06-08T00:00:00+00:00

Council #8611 Exemplification Ceremony

2026-06-16T16:55:12+00:00

Submitted by Joseph Bodnar, State Secretary Ontario State Council On Sunday May 31, St. Mary of the People Council #8611 in Oshawa held an Exemplification ceremony to welcome 5 new recently recruited members into their council. This past week, at two separate Exemplification ceremonies, District Deputy 36 - Ken Cavanagh (representing 6 Oshawa councils) welcomed 13 new members into the Order. Congratulations to the 13 new members that joined 3 separate councils. Photo (back row L-R_) State Secretary Joseph Bodnar, District Deputy Ken Cavanagh and Grand Knight Colum Wood welcomed the new members.

Council #8611 Exemplification Ceremony 2026-06-16T16:55:12+00:00

Council #9988 in Oshawa Exemplification Ceremony

2026-06-16T16:14:56+00:00

Submitted by Joseph Bodnar, State Secretary Ontario State Council On Wednesday, May 27, St. Joseph the Worker Council #9988 in Oshawa held an Exemplification Ceremony, welcoming six new Knights to the council. Pictured in the back row are Membership Chairman S.K. Hughie O’Grady, State Secretary Joe Bodnar, Grand Knight Ikenna Anyaehie, and District Deputy 36 Ken Cavanaugh. The six new members are pictured in the front row

Council #9988 in Oshawa Exemplification Ceremony 2026-06-16T16:14:56+00:00

District 100 Hockey Challenge in April

2026-05-21T21:20:27+00:00

Submitted by Greg Lougheed, District Deputy District 100 A total of 143 girls and boys, ages 9–13, competed in the Knights of Columbus Hockey Challenge held in April. Students from St. Stephen’s, St. Mary’s, and St. Michael’s Catholic Elementary Schools in Cayuga, Hagersville, and Dunnville took part in the event. Each participant took 15 shots on a net featuring openings with different point values. The score sheets of the champions from each division will now be compared with those of champions from five other schools across Ontario to determine the Provincial Champion. As this is a new program, there were no [...]

District 100 Hockey Challenge in April 2026-05-21T21:20:27+00:00

Russell “Russ” Cadeau award

2026-06-16T17:22:02+00:00

Submitted by Roland Besner, Grand Knight Ontario Council #755 On May 13, Ontario Council #755 held an evening of camaraderie and congrats to Claude Poirier for having been recognized for the Russell "Russ" Cadeau award at the recent State convention in Ottawa. The evening start off with the council's general meeting and proceed into the hall for an evening fellowship, lunch lunch and recognition to Claude. State Advocate Earle DePass and State Regional Chairman Paolo Di Marchi presented the plaque to Claude Poirier. Photo: (L-R): Grand Knight Roland Besner, Brother Claude Poirier, RC Paolo DiMarchi and State Advocate Earle DePass.

Russell “Russ” Cadeau award 2026-06-16T17:22:02+00:00

National March for Life

2026-06-03T17:08:06+00:00

Submitted by Alex Schadenberg, State Life Director Ontario State Council State Board officers and directors take a break after participating in the Rally and March during the National March for Life in Ottawa on May 14. Photo L-R: Immediate Past State Deputy Bruce S. Poulin, State Life Director Alex Schadenberg, State Deputy David Gelinas, and Saskatchewan State Life Director Louis Roth.

National March for Life 2026-06-03T17:08:06+00:00

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