For over a century, Barrie Council No. 1626 has put Catholic faith into action, building stronger families, a stronger parish and a stronger community.
Knights on Bikes events in August, September, October, November 2026
-Ride for Sick Kids took place on Sunday Aug 9, 2026 at Vaughan’s North Maple Regional Park was a great success. Out of all the Groups involved, Knights on Bikes had placed 3rd with a total raised of $12,085 (our goal was set at $5,000).
-Merlin Ride took place on Saturday August 29, 2026 in London Ontario. The ride stopped at Our Lady of Rosary Shrine in Merlin Ontario.
-Rosary Sunday at Martyrs’ Shrine, Midland Ontario will take place on Sunday September 13, 2026. Mass at 12:00 noon and Procession of a Living Cross will take place at 2:30pm.
-End of the Season Feast will take place in Port Colbourne Ontario on Saturday October 3, 2026. Honouring the Priests of the St Catherines Diocese. Starting at 6:00pm.
-Christmas Party in November. To Be Determined.
General Meeting
Sept. 1 7pm
Columbus Hall
1626 Golf Tournament
Sept. 11, 2026
Simoro Golf Course
Oktoberfest
Saturday October 24
St. Mary’s Church
Some veterans of the grill showing us how it’s done
What a great show!
Thank you to the OPP Chorus for a night of music and fun. We’re pleased to help you support your practice space at the Salvation Army.
Another show is in the works for next year!
In cooperation with St. Mary’s Parish, Council 1626 prepares dinner for the Busby Centre any month that has a fifth Saturday. The parish provides the food and we provide the labour.
This month it was back bacon sandwiches. Believe me, the servings were generous!
Roses sales at St. Mary’s and at Barrie Hill Farm raised ~$600 for the Rosary Apostolate to teach the rosary to children.
We made a great re-introduction to the gentlemen of the parish and we will have a few members joining the Council soon!
Thank you to our supplier, the roses were amazing. Thank you to Barrie Hill Farm for allowing us to add to your terrific Mother’s Day programs.
‘Finally, thank you to all the members who came out and made this happen!
Thank you all for coming! This was a great night. We had a great time and raised over $1,200 for Habitat for Humanity.
Thanks to our opening act Knight Train and our headliners Cabin Fever. You were all amazing and we would love to have you back.
Keep an eye open for more in our concert series. Our next event will be a performace by the OPP Chorus on June 6.
Congratulations to all of the new members.
Fraternity. Unity. Charity.
Thank you to everyone who came out to help. The property is looking great for a new season!
Tony with the heavy equipment
Jim and Derek saving some baby squirrels
Michel powerwashing the picnic tables
We had a great turn out. Many hands made lighter work (it was still heavy). Thank you to everyone who helped!
We also discovered lots of old treasures. Steve McDonald will be leading a Council History Project in the coming months. If you have old photos or records, let a member of the executive know and we’ll be in touch.
Before
After
Thanks to our the generosity of members of St. Mary’s parish the food drive was a great success!
Easter 2026:
Food 2,475 lbs & $ 3,283.50 donations
Thanksgiving 2025
Food 2,525 lbs & $ 3,440 donations
Easter 2025
Food 2,307 lbs & $ 2,000 donations
