Submitted by Bruce S. Poulin, State DeputyOn October 5, members of Notre-Dame Council #8549 in Oshawa gathered to celebrate their 40th Anniversary. Some 120 brother Knights and ladies and a dozen Squires attended the milestone event.
Submitted by Bruce S. Poulin, State DeputyAlmost 30 brothers and Sir Knights took part in the funeral procession for SK Marcel Gauvin in Wendover, Ontario on November 13. SK Marcel had been a member of the Order for 52 years and his wisdom and support of the Knights will be sorely missed. "Tempest Fugit, Memento Mori"bienfaisance de l’archevêque.Canada.
Submitted by Bruce S. Poulin, State DeputyOn November 9, more than 190 brother Knights, their wives and guests attended the annual Archbishop's dinner in Ottawa. Funds raised are to support the Archbishop's charities. Le 9 novembre, plus de 190 frères Chevaliers, leurs épouses et leurs invités ont assisté au dîner annuel de l’Archevêque à Ottawa. Les fonds amassés serviront à soutenir les œuvres de bienfaisance de l’archevêque.Canada.
Submitted by Paul O'NeillSt. Bahnam Council 17627District Deputy Paul O'Neill attended the Mediterranean Lunch put on by Council 17627. Parishioners from both St Gregory and St Bahnam Churches were invited to a wonderful Mediterranean Lunch following the St Bahnam Mass. Council members and spouses provided a great experience for all attendees.
Submitted by Fred PolicarpioSts. Peter & Paul CouncilKnights praying for FAMILY PRAYER NIGHT.
Submitted by Jaime LibaqueSt Lawrence Martyr2024 Scarborough Coats for Kids On Nov 15, 2024 a very successful event took pace at the McGregor Community centre in Scarborough. It was the annual distribution of Coats for Kids. A total of 1,248 winter jackets will be distributed to children from Scarborough this year. This is a significant increase from the 200 coats distributed the previous year. This success was made possible by the financial contribution of #Meridian Credit Union and the network and logistical support of #ACSA (Agincourt Community Services). ACSA selects the recipients among the newcomers (families) and reaches out to children [...]
Submitted by Bruce S. Poulin, State DeputySt. Monica Jubilee CouncilOn November 9, the dream became a reality for the parishioners of St. Monica Parish when 17 Catholic men came together to be exemplified into the Knights of Columbus followed by the election of officers for this new Council. These new members, combined with eight transfers means that they have enough members to start a new council. This is the second new Council for Ontario - the only two thus far in Canada. Congratulations to all those who have contributed to this success.
Submitted by Bruce S. Poulin, State DeputyThousands of brother Knights attended Remembrance Day ceremonies all across this beautiful province. The one held at Veterans House Canada - Ottawa is only one example. In this case, well over a hundred people gathered at Veterans' House Canada - Ottawa to commemorate Remembrance Day. Among them were 16 brother Knights. To learn about Veterans’ House Cenotaph Project Campaign, visit https://ontariokofc.ca/programs/faith-in-action/community/veterans-house-cenotaph-project-campaign/
Submitted by Roland BesnerOntario Council 755As Grand Knight I had the opportunity to meet some great athletes from our area. Our council is very proud to be a supporter of this great cause in Cornwall. The picture is but one of the many players from the "SPECIAL OLYMPICS BASKETBALL TEAM: on practice night.
Submitted by Jason NelliganOn November 10, Ontario State Knights of Columbus donated new winter coats to the newcomer families in Hamilton. This donation is through the Knights of Columbus Coats for Kids campaign. KofC Insurance Field Agent, Jason Nelligan, delivered the coats to three families. "The families were so excited receiving their new coats!" - Jason Nelligan
