The 183 Club is looking for a member to step into the role of Treasurer.

Jake Lacourse has new commitments coming online in his life and will be stepping back from the position before the end of December. We extend our sincere thanks to Jake for the diligence, professionalism, and steady leadership he has brought to the Board during his time in the role.

We are now seeking a member with financial, administrative, or bookkeeping experience who is willing to help oversee the Club’s financial operations and contribute to the ongoing work of the Board.

If you are interested in learning more or wish to put your name forward, please speak with any member of the Board.

Your involvement helps keep the Club strong—thank you for considering this important opportunity to serve.

The 183 Club is pleased to announce that Jeff Boone has joined the Board of Directors.

Jeff has been an active, dependable, and highly engaged member of the Club for some time. His hands-on approach, attention to detail, and steady follow-through have already made a meaningful impact on our operations—particularly through his consistent support at recent events. His contributions reflect the kind of teamwork, integrity, and commitment that define the best of what the 183 Club stands for.

We’re thrilled to welcome Jeff into this leadership role and look forward to the insight, energy, and dedication he will bring to the Board.

Please join us in congratulating Jeff on this well-deserved appointment!

We’re delighted to announce that the Children’s Christmas Party is making its return to the 183 Club!

Join us on Saturday, December 20th, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. for an afternoon of festive fun, laughter, and holiday cheer. This special event is a long-standing favourite for families and friends — a chance for the kids to experience the magic of Christmas right here at the Club.

Santa Claus will be visiting to spend time with the children and hand out gifts. If you’d like your child to receive a present from Santa, please drop off a wrapped and clearly labelled gift at the Club ahead of time.

Parents, grandparents, and extended family are warmly encouraged to attend and share in the holiday spirit. It’s a relaxed, joyful gathering that brings our Club community together to celebrate the season.

✨ Admission is free. Everyone is welcome — come and be part of the magic!

We’re excited to announce that the first wave of official 183 Club merchandise is now available in our online store!

From apparel to accessories, these items are designed to celebrate the spirit of the Club and the people who make it special. Each purchase supports our ongoing efforts to keep the Club thriving and looking sharp.

👉 Browse the collection: https://183club.ca/merchandise/

This is just the beginning — we’ll be adding more products over time.
If there’s something you’d love to see in the store, send us your ideas and requests!

Thank you for your continued support,
The 183 Crew

We’re thrilled to share that the piano we recently acquired from the Shriners has now been tuned and brought back to life by Glenn Paul Piano Services. Glenn will return in a month or two for a follow-up tuning and then annually thereafter to ensure it continues to sound its best.

This is no ordinary piano—it’s a Lesage, a legendary name in Canadian musical craftsmanship.
Founded in 1891 in Ste-Thérèse, Quebec, Lesage Pianos Ltd. built a reputation as one of Canada’s most respected piano makers, renowned for their warm tone, durability, and elegant design. For decades, Lesage pianos could be found in concert halls, churches, and homes across the country—symbols of Canadian artistry and musical excellence. They even held a Royal Warrant as official piano supplier to the Governor General of Canada.

Having one in our club is something special. For years, many members have wanted to hear and feel the sound of live piano music in our space again, and now we finally can. This instrument adds an entirely new dimension to the atmosphere of the club—whether it’s played softly during a dinner, enthusiastically during a singalong, or simply admired as a piece of Canadian history.

Please remember: the piano is delicate and finely tuned. It will lose its tuning if moved or jostled, so we ask everyone to treat it with care and respect.

Here’s to many nights ahead filled with great food, good company, and now—beautiful music. 🎶

The 183 Club extends its sincere thanks to Christian Morin and Dennis Laughlin for their dedicated service on the executive team.

Christian stepped down from his role on September 9, and Dennis submitted his resignation as Membership Chair on October 7, both due to personal and professional commitments. We’re grateful for their time, effort, and commitment to the Club during their tenure.

We’re pleased to announce that Eric Boyce has been appointed as Membership Chair, taking over from Dennis, and has already begun transitioning into the role.

We also welcome Bill Pickett, who has been contributing his skills in the kitchen and supporting our events in recent months. Bill has now joined the executive to help guide the Club’s food and hospitality initiatives.

Please join us in thanking Christian and Dennis for their contributions and in welcoming Eric and Bill to the executive team.

The executive is actively looking for members who want to be part of growing the fellowship activities facilitated by the 183 Club.

At the September board meeting, several decisions have been made that will affect your experience at the 183 Club. Here are some things you’ll see or hear about very soon:

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Entrance & Building Access

Thanks to the volunteer work of Bill Pickett and Rodney McCarthy, the brick half‐wall at the Club entrance has been removed. This was done to improve safety and security for everyone in the building.

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Payments & Point-of-Sale System

We’re still experiencing delays with installing the new point-of-sale (POS) system due to supply chain issues. Rest assured, we’re working to get it up and running as soon as possible. Once it’s in place, payments will be easier and more convenient for members.

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SmartServe Certification – A Critical Reminder

All members are reminded that nobody may be behind the bar without SmartServe certification. This is not simply a house rule—it is a legal requirement under Ontario’s liquor license legislation.

The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has the right to inspect our premises at any time, unannounced. If anyone is caught behind the bar without SmartServe certification, our liquor license could be revoked immediately and permanently. This would end our ability to serve alcohol and severely disrupt operations at the 183 Club.

To protect the club, please send a copy of your SmartServe card to the President at president.club183@gmail.com.

If you don’t have SmartServe but would like to help bartend at events, the 183 Club offers support: we will cover half the cost of your certification once you’ve successfully completed the course and committed to working bar shifts at the club.

Please be responsible—our license, and the enjoyment of the club for all members, depends on it.

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Upcoming Events

• Our next President’s Request Dinner will feature a spaghetti dinner with the usual trimmings.
• A Halloween party is being planned, with the possibility of a trivia contest and/or costume contest. Details to follow.
• Plans are in motion to launch a monthly trivia night featuring Cole Fournier and Kevin of Super Fun Time Trivia, who have run their trivia-comedy show regionally for over a decade. You can check them out at superfuntimetrivia.com.

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Branding, Communications & Merchandise

• The Bullsheet newsletter will now be released on the last Friday of every month at 11 AM.
• A new logo has been officially adopted.
• Club merchandise is coming soon, with an online store being developed.