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Rotary Club of Kenora's Club History as prepared by Rotarians James Retson and Don Cameron
Part 1 by James Retson
The History of the Kenora Rotary Club begins at least by October 1919 when Dr. Crawford McCulloch, then governor of the 19th District of the International Association of Rotary Clubs, delegated Joseph A. Fife of Fort Williams to make a survey of Kenora area to ascertain the possibilities of establishing a local Rotary Club.
Joseph A Fife, a cousin to Ashton Thomas Fife of Kenora had lived and worked in Kenora for a period and moved to Fort Williams in 1909. On October 13th 1919 on a second visit to Kenora when he met with a number of Kenora citizens who showed an interest in forming a club. A report was sent to the International Association of Rotary Clubs at Chicago recommending the establishing a Rotary Club in Kenora. In this report Kenora was described as a "most beautiful" community located on the main transcontinental line of famous Canadian Pacific Railway 293 miles from Fort Williams and 133 from Winnipeg, a mecca for tourists and campers, who come there during the summer months to enjoy the exhilarating air, excellent fishing and beautiful scenery. The area boasted three very large flour mills, two large saw mills and a box factory, the latter being one of the largest in the country. The "Great War" had just finished and Fife had no problems recommending the establishment of a Rotary Club in the Kenora area.
For chairman of a committee on organization, he recommended the name of W. G. Cameron, President of Cameron-Heap Company Ltd., Wholesale Grocers.
The first meeting of Kenora Rotary Club was held Tuesday, February 10 1920 at the Tourist Hotel (later renamed the Kenricia). The club continued to meet weekly thereafter. Rotary International website officially issued on the Charter on March 1, 1920. The Rotary Club of Kenora held its charter night on Saturday March 20 1920 when it became Club Charter number 640, District 19. Twenty three members from the Port Arthur and Fort Williams Club and Fourteen from the Winnipeg Club attended the Charter Meeting. Joseph a. Fife who was responsible for the formation of the Club presided at the first part of the program and turned the gavel over his cousin Ashton Thomas fife the new club's Vice President.
Charters members as identified in March 24 1920 Kenora newspaper include
Joseph Thomas Brett        Grain Merchant-Elevators William George Cameron      Wholesale Grocer Henry Porter Cooke           Lawyer Ashton Thomas Fife            Retail Hardware John Goldie                      Flour Manufacturer James J. Horn                CPR- Officer Charles W. Jackson           Baker Joseph Johnson               Druggist Chris H. McKinnon            Retail Grocery Donald "Dan" McLeod         Sawmill Dr. James Patterson Paton    Physician Cyril G. Royd                 Banker -CIBC? Dr. C. N. Schnarr             Dentist Melvin Seegmiller              Life Insurance George A. Toole               Estate Manger - Drewry
Of these 15 identified charter members, 10 subsequent became presidents of the club.
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PART 2 by Don Cameron
It was less than 15 short years after the first Rotary club was formed in Chicago that nine intrepid businessmen in Kenora began to consider the concept of a service club in their small town. They had been exposed to such clubs when their business took them to Winnipeg and Thunder Bay and in 1920 the concept took root. Over the years the Rotary Club of Kenora has had thousands of members and, more significantly, ninety-eight presidents prepared to dedicate one year of their lives as leaders in the community. All have embraced the challenges of raising funds and investing them in local and international projects.
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In the early days, funds were raised for community facilities and there have been "bricks and mortar" projects continuously since then.Â
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In 1955 the club found funds for braces for a young handicapped boy in the Kenora area and so began a string of projects helping handicapped children. Kenora Rotary has a commendable record of support for the Youth Drop-In Centre in Kenora and similar projects over the years.
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Kenora Rotary has been a staunch supporter of the arts, with an annual contribution to the Festival of the Arts, sponsorship of live, culture performances like the Harbourfront Concert series, and many visits of the Thunder Bay Symphony and it has made many contributions to development of the Heritage Murals.
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Kenora Rotary introduced student exchanges to Kenora in 1976 and they have sponsored no less than 55 student exchanges since then. Twenty-six students from Kenora have gone to Australia, Europe, South America, and Japan, while twenty six have come from the same countries to spend a year in Kenora. Â
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As Rotary International matured its focus matured beyond creating clubs around the world and as it began sponsoring projects in third-world countries, so it was with the Rotary Club of Kenora. Acknowledging that there are people in small far-flung communities with greater needs than our communities have ever known, Kenora Rotary funded water projects, eye-care services, medical facilities, schools and many other services that have changed the lives of people in homes far away.
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The Rotary Goodwill Geyser on the Harbourfront of Kenora stands as a monument to the Rotary Club of Kenora's commitment to the many international projects it has done. For many years the club has invested in clean drinking water in third-world communities. Blessed with an abundance of water in Lake of the Woods, Kenora Rotary raised the Goodwill Geyser to acknowledge these projects and the good fortune that residents in the Kenora area enjoy.
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24/04/2025 12:00 AM
30/04/2025 09:00 AM
Heritage Hair Salon
$50
$50 Gift Card Heritage Salon
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42
44.841
54
Heritage Hair Salon https://heritage.aurasalonware.com
2359
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2
24/04/2025 12:00 AM
30/04/2025 09:04 AM
Lawrence F Derouard Trucking Ltd.
$597
Simoniz Pressure Washer
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10
360
45.509
227
2800 PSI Gas Pressure Washer
Powered by a 170cc vertical engine to provide dependable power consistent power for tackling stubborn dirt and grime
The versatile spray metal wand with 5 quick-connect tips (0,15, 25, 40 and detergent) for easily switching between different spray patterns to quickly tackle a variety of cleaning jobs
Built in storage spaces for accessories
*CALL 807-548-5390 FOR PICK UP
Lawrence F. Derouard Trucking Ltd. for all your commercial and residential needs: includes sand, gravel, fill, top soil, black earth. Rentals include truck, loader and backhoe. Serving the Kenora area for over 30 years! Call 548-5298
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3
24/04/2025 12:00 AM
30/04/2025 09:08 AM
A & W
$140
Gift Pack #2
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1
43
45.626
756
A backpack with 3 zippered compartment, an ultra soft beach towel, coupons for 4 teenburgers.
We are a little store with a BIG heart and we love making you good food!
2361
1
4
24/04/2025 12:00 AM
30/04/2025 09:12 AM
Victoria’s Uptown
$80.00
Manicure and Pedicure
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1
56
45.131
782
Pamper yourself to a lovely relaxing Manicure and Pedicure
2362
1
5
24/04/2025 12:00 AM
30/04/2025 09:16 AM
Kenora Golf and Country Club*
132
2 rounds of golf
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91
45.313
784
2 Rounds of golf at Kenora Golf and Country Club. Expires end of season 2025
http://www.golfkenora.com/
Situated minutes from downtown Kenora on the shore of beautiful Lake of the Woods, the Kenora Golf & Country Club boasts a challenging 18 hole course accessible by land and water. The Club offers a fully stocked Pro Shop, a driving range, practice green, and a qualified CPGA Golf Professional for instruction. The lounge and restaurant overlooks scenic Golf Course Bay as well as the course and features breakfast, lunch and dinner selections for both golfers and the public. This facility is large enough to host banquets, meetings and wedding receptions for groups up to 140.
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1
6
24/04/2025 12:00 AM
30/04/2025 09:20 AM
MNP
550
Personal Tax Return Pkg
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1
401
45.633
193
Certificate for a personal tax return for yourself and your partner to a value of $500
Also included is a hot/cool beverage bottle, a stress relief ball and a MNP bag
MNP’s Kenora office provides tailored expertise in accounting, consulting, tax, and a wide range of business advisory services to help you succeed.
https://www.mnp.ca/en/offices/kenora?utm_source=G&utm_medium=lpm&utm_campaign=mnp%20llp
2364
1
7
24/04/2025 12:00 AM
30/04/2025 09:24 AM
Rosie's Value Automotive
$50
$50 gift certificate
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1
40
44.014
763
$50 gift certificate for goods and services at Rosie’s Value Automotive.
No cash value.
Expires May, 2026
Rosie's Value Automotive in Kenora is your leading expert in car repair.
"We understand our customer base and will create our own identity around that. We want people to come in, relax and have an enjoyable experience. Take time for yourself or with a group of friends and create moments, from food indulgences to social memories."
Owners Wade Duguay and Dan Holl
2366
1
9
24/04/2025 12:00 AM
30/04/2025 09:32 AM
Lana’s Kitchen
$90
Custom Decorated Sugar Cookies or Drop Cookies
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60
44.826
760
3 doz custom decorated sugar cookies or 5 doz drop cookies.
Custom decorated sugar cookies need to be booked at least 2 weeks in advance and for a mutually agreeable date.
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Cookies and baking for all occasions!
Custom decorated sugar cookies, assorted delicious drop cookies, assorted regular and mini cupcakes, mini cheesecakes, dessert cakes, and tasty, flavourful roasted pecans.
2368
1
10
24/04/2025 12:00 AM
30/04/2025 09:36 AM
Hoopla Island
$76
4 Passes to Hoopla Island
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1
62
44.528
72
Four 1-hr passes to Hoopla Island for 2025 season Hoopla Island is Kenora's own floating water park. Open July and August at Norman Park
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