I’m delighted to be participating in this year’s 5K Army Run on September 22. I use the word “participate” because I’m no runner. Golf is more my speed now, but I’m inspired enough by the vets and soldiers I’ve met to do what I can to help.

My wife Evelyn and I organized golf tournaments for five years to raise money for Wounded Warriors. We were proud to do so, but we were always amazed at how the vets we had as guest speakers were so generous with their gratitude towards us. They are the ones who should be thanked. We were just doing our bit.

Since we decided to take a break from organizing events and since this is the 10th anniversary of my climb of Kilimanjaro with my son Chris, the Army Run seemed like a unique challenge. Then this morning, this video showed up on Facebook. It’s a stark reminder why it’s worth huffing and puffing for 5 kilometers early on a Sunday morning. Take a couple of minutes to watch. It’s well worth your time.

All money raised for the Army Run goes to Support Our Troops. If you would like to contribute, you can do so here: http://bit.ly/BarryArmyRun.

Thank you to those who have already helped support our troops.

Thank you to all who participated in the 10th Annual Keep On Climbing Golf Tournament. It was a great day! With your help, we raised $3,800. We will make a $200 donation to the Canadian Veterans Service Dog Unit, a local service dog training academy, and the rest will go to Wounded Warriors Canada. Since 2008, with the help of people like you and matching of funds by the federal government in some cases, our events for various charities have raised about $225,000.

None of this would be possible without the participation of people such as you. My wife Evelyn and I are profoundly grateful for your support.

Photos of the event are available for viewing and download at https://bit.ly/2KZOU9V.

When: August 13, starting at noon

Where: Manderley on the Green

Why: Net proceeds to support Wounded Warriors Canada’s investment in service dog programs around the country

See details at https://www.keeponclimbing.com/events-2/2018-keep-on-climbing-golf-tournament-for-wounded-warriors/.

Thank you to everyone who came out to our Variety Show on October 15. Special thanks to Trevor Finlay, Chad Wolfe and his entertainers, the Tine Ruffaro Marimba Band and Teri Loretto for sharing your time and talent. We would also like to thank our volunteers and everyone who donated money, door prizes and silent auction items. A total of $4,200 will be sent to Plan Canada which becomes $25,200 with matching by the Global Sanitation Fund. This completes our share of the funding for a sanitation project in Tanzania that will provide clean water and healthy living for many in rural communities. We are grateful to everyone involved.

Here is the link to the photos from the Variety Show. Thank you to Barry and Irene McIntyre for taking them.

https://www.dropbox.com/sh/pwqbq2zjnpw2ecp/AABK74-oz8wfYoOaUN4EsaRBa?dl=0

For those unable to attend the show but wishing to make a donation, you can do so directly to Plan Canada at the link below. The 5:1 matching of your donation will still apply.

https://secure.e2rm.com/registrant/TicketingWelcome.aspx?eventid=75570&langpref=en-CA&Referrer=https%3a%2f%2fadmin.e2rm.com%2fEventSummary.aspx

Don’t miss out! Tickets are on sale and they’re going fast.

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/7th-annual-education-for-africa-family-variety-show-tickets-37727181014

It’s that time of the year again and we are excited to announce the lineup for our 7th annual show. This year, Trevor Finlay will be taking time from performing in his own shows and touring with 80s pop icon, Tiffany, to join us. In addition, we will have Chad Wolfe from the Chad Wolfe Studio of Music and Dance and the Tine Ruffaro Marimba Band. They are all guaranteed to having you bouncing in your seats.

The funds raised from this show will put the finishing touches on Plan Canada’s Sanitation Project in Tanzania. We’re excited about that.

There will be a silent auction, door prizes and a 50/50 draw and it’s all for just $20. More details are available at https://www.keeponclimbing.com/events-2/7th-annual-education-africa-variety-show-october-15-2017/.

See you there!

Thank you to everyone who contributed to the 9th Annual Keep On Climbing Golf Tournament for Wounded Warriors.  It was a great day!  $4,100 was raised! We will make a small donation to local service dog trainers, Canadian Canine, and the remainder will go to Wounded Warriors Canada. Since 2008, with the help of all the people involved in our projects and matching of funds by the federal government in some cases, our events for various charities have raised a little over $194,000.

None of this would be possible without the participation of the golfers, volunteers, sponsors, donors and those who were with us in spirit. We are profoundly grateful for the support.

Registration is now open for the 2017 Keep On Climbing Golf Tournament for Wounded Warriors.at https://www.keeponclimbing.com/events-2/keep-climbing-golf-tournament-2017/