Submitted by Bruce S. Poulin, State DeputyCouncil 12401Our State Deputy, Membership Director and District Deputy #58 paid a visit to Council #12401 in the small town of Russell to help its members with a Church Drive on June 1. The investment paid off - thirteen Catholic men confirmed their interest in joining the Knights and helping their community.
Submitted by Bruce S. Poulin, State DeputyOn June 1, brother Knights in the Windsor area took part in the third annual bowling tournament at REVS Rose Bowl Lanes in Windsor. The State team won first place as well as the best dressed team. Brother Ray Beaupre, a member of the winning team, also had the highest score with 263.Knights. Well done brother!
Submitted by Joe CranePietaActon Knights of Columbus, My name is Joe Crane. In addition to being a proud member of the Georgetown Knights of Columbus, I also serve as Treasurer on the Board of Directors for Cancer Assistance of Halton Hills. Today I had the good fortune to be in the Cancer Assistance office when Roberto Luisetto, of your Acton’s St. Joseph's Council #8050, presented a generous donation on your behalf to our Executive Director, Julie Liddle (photo attached). Thank you for your support and generosity—it is truly appreciated. For anyone unfamiliar with Cancer Assistance of Halton Hills (formerly known as [...]
Submitted by Nicholas QuadriniSt. George'sSt. George's Council 12124 held their end of year barbeque on June 5th, recognizing the efforts of all members in support of the council's programs during the fraternal year. Special recognition was provided to Brother Richard Hilz who was honoured for his 18 years of continuous service to the council.
Submitted by Dale TuepahDr. J. F. DunnMembers of Council 5153, along with parent volunteers, bbq'd up hot dogs & hamburgs for the Holy Name of Mary School in Almonte.
Submitted by Bruce S. Poulin, State DeputyCouncil #755On May 28, our State Deputy paid a surprise visit to the members of Council #755 in Cornwall during their Wednesday pot pie lunch. He took the opportunity to let them know that we had surpassed our membership quota for 2024-2025 today and to present his 125th anniversary Commemorative State Deputy Coin to brother Harold Lalonde for his exceptional commitment to the Knights. Well done brother!
Submitted by Bruce S. Poulin, State DeputyOur State Deputy and Secretary accepted the kind invitation from SD Barry Borsenick of Michigan to attend their annual State Convention held on Mackinac Island, MI between May 21-23. Members will recall that dozens of members from Michigan attended our International "Knight" Banquet dinner in Windsor in September 2024 and that psd Walter Winkle attended our 2025 annual State Convention. It was a great opportunity to share fraternity and compare state convention practices with a view of making the Order a better service organization. Thank you Michigan!.
Submitted by Bruce S. Poulin, State DeputyCouncil 8585Two awards were presented today at the State Office in Hamilton on April 1. Both received a leather jacket and a plaque for starting a new Council while they were district deputies. Congratulations on your success and for helping to grow our Order in Ontario.
Submitted by Hikmat Michel DandanJESUS THE KING JESUS THE KING COUNCIL SUPPORTS FIRST HOLY COMMUNION At the end of May, Jesus The King Melkite Catholic Church joyfully celebrated the Holy Communion of 13 beloved sons and daughters in Christ. After eight months of preparation under the guidance of Monsignor Makarios Wehbi and catechist Mrs Claude Hanna, 10 families gathered at The Cathedral of The Transfiguration for this blessed occasion. The children were taught the foundations of their faith—including the Old and New Testaments, the Apostles' Creed, and the spirit of the Melkite Catholic Church. They also learned the sacred meaning of [...]
Submitted by Bruce S. Poulin, State DeputyCouncil 8585On May 10, members of Council #8585 and Assembly #1693 hosted a Mothers Day celebration dinner. More than 110 people came to the event - a new record since the COVID lockdowns. A Chinese food buffet was on the menu followed by several door prizes and a few remarks from District Master #6, Alain Cayer, as well as from our State Deputy, who is also a past Grand Knight of this Council. Le 10 mai, les membres du Conseil n° 8585 et de l'Assemblée n° 1693 ont organisé un dîner de célébration de la [...]
