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Stay up to date with what's happening with the Merritton Lions Club! Here you'll find news, announcements, community updates, upcoming activities, and highlights from our events and projects. Check back regularly to see what we've been up to and how we're making a difference in Merritton and the surrounding community.

Thank you to our Labour Day Sponsors for helping to make Merritton Christmas 2026 a huge success!

Additional thanks to Hartzel Road Home Hardware and Molson-Coors Canada for their support

Sep 271 min read

Merritton Lions volunteer at grand island kids picnic

Grand Island Lions Club Kids Picnic

Several members of the Merritton Lions helped out at the annual Grand Island Lions Club Kids Day event on July 15, 2026. The Grand Island Lions Club is the sister club for the Merritton Lions, and members from both clubs enjoy getting together for various events. Pictured from left: Lion Evelyn, Lion Sharon, Grand Island President, Lion Mario, Lion Matt and Lion Keith

Oct 81 min read

May Meeting: Kristen French Child Advocacy Centre

Katie accepts a cheque on behalf of the Kristen French Child Advocacy Centre Niagara from Lions President Steve Yendt and the members of the Merritton Lions Club at our May meeting, supporting the important work the Centre does for children and families across Niagara.

Oct 81 min read

Meeting with Grand Island Lions

The Merritton Lions enjoyed a great meeting and dinner recently, highlighted by a visit from members of the Grand Island Lions Club. It was a wonderful opportunity to connect, share ideas and strengthen the bond between our clubs. An evening filled with great conversation, camaraderie and a shared commitment to serving our communities.

Oct 81 min read

2026 Annual Easter Egg Hunt

The Annual Merritton Lions Family Easter Egg Hunt was a fun morning for members, their families and friends. The Easter Bunny made a special visit, kids had fun hunting for eggs, and everyone enjoyed a BBQ afterward. Big THANKS to Lions Lauren, Natasha, Dawn, Mario, Jeff, Evelyn and all Lions who made it happen!

Oct 81 min read

District A2 Convention

Past District Governor Geoff Crane kicked off the A-2 Convention, setting the tone for an inspiring event, followed by Lions Sandy and Brad proudly carrying in the Merritton Lions banner to officially open the gathering.

Oct 81 min read

Community Breakfast Program

Lions Sharon VanVolkenberg, Sharon Crane and Geoff Crane are pictured above presenting a cheque for $1000 to Kelly Bailey (right), Chairperson for the Community Breakfast Program on March 23, 2026. The Breakfast Program, on March 8th celebrated an outstanding achievement of serving breakfast every day for past 30 years. The program is run by volunteers from local churches, out of St George's Anglican Church. Our Lions Club has been a long time supporter of this program both

Oct 81 min read

Merritton Lions Support Camp Dorset

Merritton Lions President Steve Yent proudly presents a cheque to District A-2 Governor Louise Agnew in support of Camp Dorset. This unique Camp provides summer camp experiences to dialysis patients and their families.

Oct 81 min read