Spreading the Warmth – Ontario Knights Of Columbus

Coats to Veterans

Ani Kaluzny 2023-10-31T12:50:47+00:00

Submitted by Bruce S. Poulin, State Deputy Ontario State Council On October 30, 2023, three days after the official launch of the Poppy Campaign, leaders and members of the Knights of Columbus gathered at Veterans House Canada (VHC) in Ottawa to donate 12 boxes of coats (72 coats in total) for our retired Canadian men and women in uniform who are homeless or in need of assistance. This initiative builds on the legacy of the Knights of Columbus supporting the Canadian Armed Forces with the Canadian Catholic Army Huts during the Great War and the Canadian Army Huts during the Second [...]

CCoats for Kids

2023-10-31T14:00:12+00:00

Submitted by Jim Galvin, Deputy Grand Knight St. Ann Canadian's all know the value of warm Winter clothing. Sadly, not all have the means for this Canadian necessity. The Coats for Kids program ensures that no child in need goes without a winter coat. Through the efforts of KoC St. Ann's Council #10009 we've ensured that so many children will not go without this coming Winter season. This year, the 11 boxes of new winter jackets were donated to the Hamilton Wentworth Catholic District School Board and Peel District School Board. #SpreadingtheWarmth

Coats to Veterans

CCoats for Kids

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