March 2025

Hello everyone! Happy St. Patrick’s Day from the Green Capes lions Club!

In this issue, join us and Dog Guides for high Tea, updates on the new school construction, and much more!

The Green Capes Lions Club sponsors High Tea at Dog Guides!

The Green Capes Lions Club is proud to be sponsoring the Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides High tea party on April 12!

Check out the following message from the LFCDG:

“Introducing Our Inaugural Mother’s Day High Tea

We’re thrilled to announce a brand-new event happening on Saturday, April 12, 2025 — Mother’s Day High Tea at Dog Guides. This special gathering will celebrate mothers, mother figures, and dog moms with a lovely morning of tea, sandwiches, and conversation.”

Click here to get your tickets before their gone!

Snow Delays above ground construction

A huge snow fall in February caused some delays in the above ground construction at the new dog guide school in Oakville, but work continues underground, which, thanks to good drainage, was not affected by the melting snow.

Below are images showing Lara and “Supervisor” Turner in front of a very snowy building site, a ground Level view with lots of snow , an arial photo showing the framing not quite complete and trades-people working in the basement level.

Try a free two month trial, and join the GCLC Team!

2025 is here, and what could be better than to help Canadians with disabilities receive the gift of independence, safety and happiness a dog guide brings!

And what could be a better way to do this than by becoming a member of the Green Capes Lions Club, and helping us raise funds in support of the Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides!

Not sure if becoming a member is right for you? No problem – you can join the club for free as a trial member for two months, and see what we are all about!

Did you know that there are fewer than 25 full-time members at Green Capes? Anyone is welcome to join, from anywhere in Canada! Most members are past or present puppy raisers, graduates and supporters, and we all work together to help make today’s puppies tomorrow’s Super Heroes!

Green Capes meets monthly via Zoom and currently conducts events in southern Ontario and northeast British Columbia. Not only do we help raise funds in support of Dog Guides, we also work to spread knowledge and awareness about dog guides, and the benefits they bring to Canadians.

For a small annual fee of $95 (pro-rated, if applicable), plus a one-time Lion’s International setup fee of $50 for new memberships, full members are able to host and participate in fund raisers, lead or participate in various club committees and enjoy various fun and exciting members-only Club activities. Full members also have a voice at our monthly and annual member’s meetings, and can vote on various motions that will help guide our future! Members can even run for a position on the Club Executive, and help be a guiding light for the club and our future goals!

There is no better time to join, and a great opportunity to change the life of a person with a disability. Join the Green Capes Lions Club today, and help make today’s puppies tomorrow’s Super Heroes!

If you are interested in joining, just reply to this message and our membership coordinator will get back to you asap.

Green Capes is looking for an Events Coordinator

Do you have a talent for event coordination, and looking for an outlet to express that talent? The green Capes Lions Club has the perfect opportunity for you!

We are looking for a new Events Coordinator to take over the planning, booking and coordination of fund raising activities in the Ontario region. Most of our current fund raising activities take place in the Fall and early Winter months, but are also interested in expanding to include other times of the year.

As a member of GCLC, you would have the opportunity to introduce new venues, coordinate current events, and help us spread awareness of dog guides and the benefits they bring to Canadians with disabilities.

If you are interested, or would like more information on the Events Coordinator position, please reply to this newsletter, or send a message to membership@greencapes.com, and we will get back to you right away.

Upcoming events

April 12 – The Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides Mother’s Day High Tea party. Come on down and celebrate with a morning of food, fun and conversation!

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