Sunday Afternoon Regattas

Sir John’s Lake Sunfish Racing Championship began in 1967. For the last 54 years, sailors have competed for this annual trophy, while fans and supporters cheered them on from the shores of our beautiful lake.

We would welcome anyone interested in sailing to join us. We have managed to secure extra boats as needed to allow newcomers the opportunity to join in the fun.

We are also in a position to offer coaching in how to sail and race.

Races take place every Sunday afternoon, weather permitting, between 2 – 4 PM beginning the first Sunday in July until the Sunday of Labour Day when we have our wrap-up celebratory party. All residents of Lac Sir John are welcome to participate, and also to attend the party as “Friends of the Sailing Club”.

For more information please contact Doug Dempster at (613) 299-8485 or Christopher Vroom at (450) 562-6556.

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Annual Summer Corn Boil of Lac Sir John

The Annual Corn Boil takes place at Boathouse Beach in late July or August.   This is our great annual event!  A great many lake residents attend with their family and guests.  Be sure to plan to join us next summer for this wonderful chance to meet and mingle with your neighbors.  Thanks to the many lake neighbors who are involved in organizing this event.

Bring a dish to contribute to the community table (a salad or a dessert); bring your burgers (or something alternative) to cook on the communal barbeque; bring your beverages; bring an item or two to donate to the raffle table, and perhaps bring a folding chair.

Sijolm provides the corn, 6 picnic tables and some supply tables, also a portable toilet. 

Help is always needed for this event, so would be welcomed if offered.  To volunteer please call or email Terry Brew 1-518-260-1395 terrybrew@alsj.ca  if you are willing to assist in any way.

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Trail Day

There are many marked trails on SIJOLM property. Each year on Trail Day people get together to hike one of the trails and have a picnic afterwards.

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The Lac Sir John Coffee Klatch

Our Coffee Klatch meets every second week on Tuesday mornings at 10:00.  Coffee and a light breakfast (such as muffins, croissants, juice, cheese, etc.) accompany our informal discussion.

For this activity, women and men, by choice, have preferred to meet at separate tables to chat about topics of geared to their mutual interest.

If you would like to try out the Coffee Klatch, please contact Oksanna Pohlod oksannap@hotmail.com. 

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The Lac Sir John Symposia

The Lac Sir John Symposia:  This discussion group meets during the summer months at various participants’ houses.  Symposia themes cover a wide range of topics.  A few readings and discussion focus questions may be sent in advance.  Discussion commences at Happy Hour, accompanied by wine, ouzo, etc. and nibbles.  Traditionally, a potluck dinner follows.  Some recent symposia discussion topics have been “Democracy, Autocracy and Radicalism”, “Epiphanies”, “Where are we going as a society?”, “Wine and cheese pairings”, “Utopias and dystopias”, “China Rises”, “Fear”, “Our relationship to nature”, “Spices” and “Are Enlightenment values and institutions becoming obsolete?”   All are welcome!  If you would like to participate contact Susan Anastasopoulos at sanastass@gmail.com.

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The Entrances’ Gardening Committee

The Entrances’ Gardening Committee. Many thanks to our volunteers who maintain the attractiveness of our three entrances. New volunteers always welcome. If you would be willing to volunteer, please contact Mariam Bowen at mbowen@videotron.ca who will put you in contact with the others.

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The Lachute Garden Club

The Lachute Garden Club. Six or seven of us Lac Sir John gardeners are now the majority of members of the Lachute Garden Club, which meets on the third Wednesday of the month.  We maintain the flower garden at La Residence of Lachute; have luncheons, outings, guest speakers, etc.  Would you be interested in this activity?  Contact Susan Anastasopoulos at sanastass@gmail.com and she will put you in contact with the organizer.

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The Regatta Committee

The Regatta Committee plans and organizes the annual July boat Regatta.  Lake residents and their guests on all types of watercraft are invited to participate in paddling or rowing around Gall’s island proudly displaying their Lac Sir John boat decals, greeting neighbors and generally celebrating.  The Regatta will feature food services from anchored rafts and prizes. To volunteer your assistance, contact Doug Dempster at douglas.dempster@hotmail.com.

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The Beaches Committee

The Beaches Committee advises on maintenance of the 7 beaches, participates in annual beach clean-up work parties and organized snacks for the work parties. To volunteer, contact Wayne Chambers at hugobuildinhousin@gmail.com.

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The Trails Committee

The Trails Committee lays out, marks, maps and supports a lake trails network for walking and snowshoeing.  Members lead one or more fun walks, organize and provide  asnack station for the fun walk.   To volunteer, contact Mariam Bowen at mbowen@videotron.ca

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The Music Committee

The Music Committee organizes music events for the community, possibly on water. To volunteer, contact Janet Donald at janetgaildonald@gmail.com.

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The Environment Committee

The Environment Committee monitors our water, wildlife, and forest environment. It publicizes environmental issues and raises awareness of invasive species and blue-green algae.  It explores the idea of donating land to a nature reserve/conservancy/trust.  It conducts annual water testing and reports the results to lake residents.   To volunteer, contact Mariam Bowen at mbowen@videotron.ca

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The Protection Committee

The Protection Committee monitors Lac Sir John security, prepares for emergencies, provides lake boat decals for identification and intervenes with trespassers.  We have a respectful and safe protocol for use with possible trespassers.  Support material and on-line training will be provided.  Volunteers are need from all parts of the lake and all beach areas.  To volunteer, contact Sergio Scarsini at sscarsini@gmail.com.

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The History Committee

The History Committee attempts to capture our history over the many eras of the lake and our lake community.  To volunteer, contact Susan Anastasopoulos at sanastass@gmail.com or John Gall at gaiafreedom@sympatico.ca.

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The Communications Committee

The Communications Committee helps tell our story, build our identity, and share information with residents.  We need three or four journalists who can report on lake activities and a couple of photographers who can provide images of our community for the website.  To volunteer, contact Oksanna Pohlod at webmaster@alsj.ca. 

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The Roads Committee

The Roads Committee monitors road conditions and identifies work needs.  To volunteer, contact Wayne Chambers at hugobuildinhousin@gmail.com.