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The Merritton Lions Club has proudly served our community since 1938. As part of Lions Clubs International, we bring people together to make a difference locally. Through fundraising, volunteering and community events, we support local charities, families, youth and seniors. We host the Merritton Labour Day Festival, operate the Merritton Community Centre and help make our community a better place to live. Together, we serve with pride, compassion and a commitment to helping others. New members are always welcome!
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October 1938
Merritton Lions Formation
Following a meeting of active Merritton citizens in October 1938, plans began to form the Merritton Lions Club. Twenty-six charter members were listed in 1939.
1946
Labour Day Parade
The parade, already a cherished Merritton tradition, was organized by the Merritton Lions who helped carry it forward for the community.
1948
Merritton Lions Memorial Pool Opens
The Merritton Lions championed the construction of a new pool for the community.
1953
Merritton Carnival
The first documented evidence of a carnival organized by the Lions.
1955
Merritton Community Centre Opens
Merritton Lions championed the need for a Community Centre, which opened in 1955
1967
Merritton Lions Centennial Arena
The Merritton Lions voted to build a new arena, with support from the Merritton Legion, the Volunteer Fire Department and the Merritton Athletic Association.
2023
Arena Handover
After decades of managing Centennial Arena, the Merritton Lions vote to end their operating lease in order to focus on other projects
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