IODE Members volunteer countless hours to their communities in many different ways. 

Canadian Citizenship courts are supported by members who prepare refreshments to service at receptions for new Citizens.

Guest speakers speak on many topics from Health to Service Animals at chapter meetings.  Police and Firefighters have given talks to members about safety in the home. 

Certificates and Donations have been awarded to First Responders in many communities across Ontario.
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Patriotic support for our troops is overwhelming - members are still wearing their red shirts on Fridays to show support for the troops serving far from home on deployment and for their families left behind.  Parcels, cards and letters also books and videos have been sent to our troops.  Gifts of toys have been sent to Military Family Resource Support Centres at Canadian Forces Bases in time for Christmas.

Remembrance Day and Founders Day Services are well attended by Chapter members.  Wreaths are laid at local cenotaphs across Ontario in memory of all Veterans.

​Canada Day festivities are a big hit especially with children who love waving our National Flag. 

To celebrate Canada’s 150th Birthday chapters have purchased Canada 150 bulbs for planting in their community gardens.