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OUR PROJECTS
The Batawa Lions Club is dedicated to making a positive impact in the community through various events and fundraising activities. We believe in the power of coming together to support local causes and create memorable experiences for everyone involved. Join us as we work to uplift our community and foster connections. Together, we can make a difference!
CRAFT FUSION
Craft Fusion is a yearly event held in November which takes place at the Batawa Community Centre and features local vendors selling various crafts. Admission is charged at the door and all proceeds fund our projects.
November 22nd, 2025 will be our next event, more information to come closer to the date.
BATAWA LIONS NATURAL PLAYGROUND
The Batawa Lions Natural Playground was designed to complement the natural outdoor beauty of Batawa. Our group fundraised and worked with community partners to design and build this park.
Each summer the park features a little library with an assortment of books. During the Christmas season we decorate the park.
ADOPT-A-ROAD
Each spring & fall volunteers clean up the stretch of Highway 33 from the start of the 80km/h zone to Parry Drive.
EASTER EGG HUNT
In the Spring, 700 kids and their families join us at the Batawa Community Centre for a pancake breakfast, Easter bunny visit, outdoor egg hunt, and more (year dependent). This is our biggest event and it requires many volunteers – the Military Family Resource Centre is our largest partner along with several other community partners.
April 19th, 2025 will be our next Easter Egg Hunt! Check out our Facebook event for details:
OUTDOOR SKATING RINKS
This is one of our biggest ongoing projects. We have 4 rinks, 2 for skating and 2 for hockey, set up around the Batawa Community Centre. Our volunteers set up the rinks, maintain the ice (we even have a Zamboni!), and do all the shoveling when we get snow. We have also have free skate rentals and hot chocolate events that we started in the 2023/2024 season.
The 2024/2025 season is here! Follow us on Facebook for rink reports which include conditions and closures.
FOOD DRIVE
We run at least two food drives throughout the year in support of the Frankford Food Pantry.
Our next food drive will run in Spring 2025.
SEND A KID TO CAMP & SCHOLARSHIPS
Our club supports local kids by helping them to attend camp at the Batawa Ski Hill and providing scholarships which vary each year.
ADOPT-A-SENIOR
We support seniors in our community who need a helping hand. Whether it's assistance with technology, car rides to appointments, or a friendly face that pops in for a chat.
BATAWA WELCOME BASKETS
When someone moves to our area we make sure they feel welcome. We deliver a package with Bata Maple Syrup and other local goodies, introduce ourselves, and let them know what a special community they’ve found!
ORGANIZATIONS WE SUPPORT
LIONS CLUB INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION
CANADA DOG GUIDES
DIABETES CAMP
CAMP KIRK
TRENTON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL FOUNDATION
MILITARY FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE
FRANKFORD FOOD PANTRY
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