Since 1919 Brandon Kiwanis Club Meeting 14 June 2106 We where saddened to hear that Bill Paton passed away very suddenly last Saturday. Bill was our planned speaker today; he was to speak on City of Brandon Water treatment plant. At our meeting a few people offered tributes to Bill s contribution to this community and surrounding area, he will be missed. On Weds Reg Atkinson delivered a Card of Condolence and Letter to Bill s wife Eileen on behalf of all Kiwanian s Thank you Reg. Pictures from the Grand Stairway Manitoba Legislature Picture #1 Kiwanian s Terry & Sam Sekhon with Keith Scott Picture # 2 MLA Brandon East Len Isliefson, Sam Sekhon, Keith Scott, Terry Sekhon and MLA Jeff Wharton Selkirk Picture # 3 Keith Scott & Hamid Mumin holding the Official Speech Text Document 1
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The text of Len Isliefson Speech to the Manitoba Legislature Thank you Madame Speaker The Kiwanis Club of Brandon received its Charter from Kiwanis International on February 7, 1919 and was only the second club formed in Manitoba. The bond of fellowship is cemented by the fundraisers used to support a variety of community service projects. 4
For example, in 1919 the Kiwanis Club of Brandon built the largest cash register in the world, mounted it on a truck, and collected funds for the Kiwanis Thrift Stamp and War Savings Stamp drive. For many years the club sold baskets of apples, followed by cans of peanuts door-to-door to raise funds. It was a special time, when you knew your neighbour and your neighbour was expecting you. This past Saturday on Rideau Street in Brandon East, one could witness their favorite young driver, aged 8 to 14, race their home made kar down the hilly street. This particular fund raiser started in 1986 has grown to be a special event for children, parents and grandparents. Kar Kits are purchased by supporting Businesses or individuals and includes first year registration for one child. Trophies are presented to the winners and runners up in each age group and are awarded for the Best Design, Most Original and Best decorated. It is a fun filled day where you can visit the Kiwanis Kitchen to enjoy a Hot Dog, a Smoky, a cold drinks and other tasty goodies. Madame Speaker, funds raised from this event are used to support community projects such as the Learn not to burn fire safety program in conjunction with the Brandon Fire Dept., support for the School division food for thought program, support for the Helping hands soup kitchen, the Westman Kiwanis Court and many more. Kiwanis newest Centennial Project, in progress, is the design and build of a new family picnic, wedding and event pavilion for Rideau Park. 5
I would like to acknowledge this year s representative of the Brandon Kiwanis Club of Brandon, Mr. Keith Scott, as well as Western Canada Kiwanis Governor and District Lt Governor, Sam and Terry Sekhon, and thank Kiwanis for the great work they do in Brandon. Thanks you Madame Speaker This is a copy of and email to Len From our President Hamid Mumin Dear Len, At today's meeting of the Kiwanis Club of Brandon, member Keith Scott gave a short presentation about his experience at the Manitoba Legislature. He also read a portion of your "Kiwanis Club Members Statement" of June 7, 2016, and presented us with the Commemorative Document that you provided. We will scan and publish this document in full in an upcoming Kiwanis Bulletin which will be sent to all members and supporters. Keith was quite overwhelmed by the experience, and in particular the standing ovation from the legislature after you introduced the members of Kiwanis who were present. On behalf of all Kiwanis members, we thank you from the bottom of our hearts for recognizing our activities in this manner. Certainly, in my time with Kiwanis, this is the most wonderful recognition that anyone has given to our club and activities. It is with renewed spirit and vigor that we press forward in our humble attempts to serve our community better. With your permission, I would like to ask our Club to consider making you an Honorary Member of the Kiwanis Club of Brandon. With our deepest appreciation, Hamid Mumin President Kiwanis Club of Brandon Please note Len has accepted the this offer 6
Today s Speaker Our Speaker today was Jim McCrae who generously volunteered to step in on very short notice. Jim among other endeavors in his life was MLA for Brandon West for a number of terms reaching the rank of Justus Minister with the Gary Fillman Government. Since his leaving Government he was a Real-estate person for a few years and was eventually appointed to a three year term as Immigration Judge and that is what he spoke on today. He had a few great stories to relate to us about the very satisfying experience as Immigration Judge. Thanks Jim for sharing those experiences and speaking on short notice with your Kiwanian Friends. Vern Gilbertson, Jim McCrae and Rob Holland 7
What s happening at Kiwanis 1) 21 June 2016 Cathy Foley - Brandon Lawn Bowling 2) 28 June 2016 Special Luncheon Lunch will be served for this meeting you can invited your spouse or bring a special guest. This meeting will include numerous items including induction of new member John Huston. Come and enjoy.. $10.00 each RSVP attendance to Cecil or Peter No meetings until Sept 2016 Prepared by Hugh I Cowan Bulletin Editor Brandon Kiwanis Club 16 June 2016 PS: This is a Camera copy of the official copy of Len s speech I will attempt to get a better copy if anyone is interested I also have picture of the Cash register Len refers to HIC. 8
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