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The past 2 years have looked very different for our local service clubs.  Traditionally, these dedicated volunteers raise funds through in-person events & initiatives designed to bring people together as they support local charities.  With a global pandemic, stay-at-home orders, and mandated physical distancing, their ability to generate funds has been significantly hampered.
Through true resilience and determination, however, the changing landscape hasn’t stopped the Midland District Shrine Club, the Knights of Columbus Laurier Council (Midland), the Knights of Columbus Huronia Council (Penetanguishene) and the Midland Civitan Club from giving back to the Georgian Bay General Hospital (GBGH) Foundation.  Collectively, these four service-focused organizations have given more than $140,000 to the Foundation, and their latest gifts continue to inspire
“We’re scraping the bottom of the coffers,” shares Peter McBryan from the Knights of Columbus, Laurier Council in Midland. “But we want to make sure our funds are having a positive impact on the community, and health care is absolutely top of mind.”  The Knights of Columbus, Laurier Council visited GBGH on October 13 to present a cheque for $500 to the Foundation’s Impact Fund.
Earlier this month, on October 6, the Midland District Shrine Club visited the Hospital to deliver a generous gift of $1,000, which will also support the GBGH Foundation’s most urgent priorities (picture shown above).
The camera-shy Penetanguishene Knights of Columbus generously donated $1,000 on October 14, also providing much needed funding for the Foundation’s Impact Fund.
The Midland Civitan Club also made two generous $500 donations in October to honour the memory of two long-standing members, Huguette Fahrentholz and Dawn Locke.
“Our community’s service clubs have been such generous supporters of the GBGH Foundation for many years,” shares Nicole Kraftscik, executive director, GBGH Foundation. “It is inspiring to see their commitment and dedication, and we are honoured that they have chosen to invest in their community through the Foundation this year.”
Thank you to the Knights of Columbus Midland & Penetanguishene, the Midland District Shrine Club and the Midland Civitan Club for their amazing support!



The Southeast Georgian Bay Chamber of Commerce (SEGBAY), in partnership with Bell Media’s Pure Country 106 and Bounce 104.1, hosted its 8th Annual Golf Tournament on September 14, 2021. The tournament raised a total of $31,500 – with $21,000 being dedicated to the GBGH Foundation’s Kickstart Your Heart Campaign which raises funds to help purchase defibrillators and crash carts for Georgian Bay General Hospital, and $10,500 dedicated to the Wendat Lorna Tomlinson Residence for Seniors in Penetanguishene.

The 116 golfers in attendance at Oak Bay Golf Club in Port Severn were treated to the course’s beautiful views of Georgian Bay, with rain holding off until the day was done. Along with the un-FORE-gettable course, everyone got the chance to take part in a variety of contests such as Beat the Pro golfer and Hole-in-One contests. This was followed by a spectacular dinner prepared by Chef Luigi.

Fred Wareing, Chair of the Golf Tournament Committee, stated: “This was another fantastic tournament for the books. We are so pleased the weather held off so all the golfers could enjoy the challenges of this tough course – which was in great shape thanks to the hard work of the staff at Oak Bay Golf Club. Topped off by the delicious meal by Chef Luigi, it was an unforgettable day in all. We have heard nothing but positive feedback from everyone, and the golfers can’t wait to come back again next year!”

Wareing went on to say: “We sincerely thank each and every person who participated this year. In these unconventional times, we are proud you put your trust in us to keep you safe and healthy. To our many sponsors, staff at Oak Bay Golf Club, and the hardworking volunteers, we extend a humble thank you. In the 8 years of running this tournament we have raised a total of $260,000. The success of this tournament relies on your contributions and we’re so grateful for your support each year.”

Two men and two women on the golf course
Three men and a women on a golf course green. A large body of swamp area is behind them.
Four women on the golf course all wearing pink golf shirts.
Oak Bay golf course showing a tee block surrounded by water and a bridge to get to it.
Three women in yellow ball caps stand behind a table with three wrapped prizes. The Baxter Lions Cub sign is in front.

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