Submitted by Tom Mitchell St. Basil's St. Basil's Council 13442 in Brantford held their Lenten Food Drive on March 28th, 2026. Thanks to the generous donations from parishioners of St. Basil's church, we collected 2,141 pounds of food, toiletries and hygiene items. All items were immediately donated to the St. Vincent De Paul Brantford and will be distributed to those in need in our community.
Submitted by Joseph Bodnar, State Secretary Ontario State Council On Friday March 27th State Secretary, Joe Bodnar, as well as 6 Counselors and 11 Squires from the S.K. Leonard T. Smith Circle 4742 assisted Deacon Alphonse with the Stations of the Cross held at St. Joseph the Worker church in Oshawa.
Submitted by HIKMAT MICHEL DANDANJESUS THE KING COUNCILBeit Sahour, March.9th, 2026 JERUSALEM STUDENTS BEIT SAHOUR EASTER PLEA To the Ontario State Deputy, David Gelinas, and the Deputy Supreme Knight, Arthur Peters, the Christian Refugee Relief Director, Bro Hikmat, and all the scholarship sponsors, Councils, the Knights of Columbus members and their Ladies. On behalf of the Melkite Catholic Patriarchate School of Beit Sahour, near Bethlehem in the Holy Land, we send you our Warm greetings and sincere respect, I hope you are well and in good health. These days, our school is going through very difficult circumstances that are affecting students, [...]
Submitted by Nicholas QuadriniSts Peter and PaulSts Peter and Paul Council 1812 hosted a highly successful Lenten Brunch following the 11:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy Service. Thanks to the dedicated support of Fr. Samir, council members were able to serve a delicious meal to more than 200 parishioners and their families. The event provided an excellent opportunity for fellowship within the parish community. During the brunch, the council also recruited six new members, growing their council in service to their parish community. All proceeds raised from the Lenten Brunch will be directed towards relief efforts for Christians in Lebanon who are currently [...]
Submitted by Chris Naus, District Deputy District 77 I want to thank my 5 Grand Knights for actively promoting this year's Men's Lenten Retreat. Particular thanks goes to Joe Wigglesworth, the Grand Knight of Good Shephard parish, and his council for hosting. And, a special thanks to Father Anthony, the parish priest for being so welcoming. In 2024, we had 47 men attend our inaugural Men's Lenten Retreat. Last year, we had 60 men attend. This year, we had 80 men attend. We have also experienced a substantial rise in the number of men who went to Confession during the retreat [...]
Submitted by Roger RcihardLa Cathedrale Notre Dame Cathedral The Nitre Dame Council 13781, there was an the Exemplification ceremony, March 18, 2026 of 8 new members In addition to the 8 new members and some of their family members, we had 20 current members in attendance. In addition, 12 women’s choir members sang or joined us for the social. So around 45 people total were involved. The Icon of the Sacred Heart of Jesus was on Display
Submitted by Hikmat Michel DandanJesus the King CouncilJESUS THE KING LAUNCHES THE VALENTINE ANNUAL PARTY After ten years of repeated celebrations, the spirit and message of love associated with St. Valentine triumphed in 2026. St. Valentine, a Roman priest of the third century, is remembered for performing secret marriages for young soldiers despite the prohibition of the emperor—a legacy that continues to inspire celebrations of love and unity today. Sincere gratitude to Valentine Chairman Brother John Gideon of Jesus the King Council for his outstanding leadership and dedication in organizing this cherished annual event for over a decade. This year’s celebration [...]
Submitted by Dale TuepahHoly CrossHoly Cross Council 5333 Kemptville hosted an exemplification where the order gained 7 new members. Council 5333 - 6 and Rideau Council 2444 Smiths Falls - 1. Vivat Jesus !!
Submitted by Rolland BesnerOntario Council Council 755 in Cornwall donated the proceeds from Valentine Day funtion. Adding $ 2,800.00 to the already pledged amount of $ 1,000.00 On the left is Grand Knight Rolland Besner, PGK Claude Poirier. On the right are Special Olympics Chairman Ron Cambridge, and committee members Norm Fontaine, Karen Cambridge as well as all the athletes
Submitted by Ken Cavanagh, District Deputy, District # 36 St. Gertrude’s Council #1926 Grand Knight Ian Francke of St. Gertrude’s Council #1926 and District Deputy Ken Cavanagh of District #36 are shown presenting a $1000.00 cheque to Lisa from the Grandview Children's Centre. The Council donation comes from funds raised through working at Delta Bingo in Pickering. Grandview Children's Centre provides physical and learning therapy for children in Durham Region. Thanks to St. Gertrude’s Council for their charitable work.
