La Ronge Elks marks 50 years with honourary donation to long-term care

“Nobody does it like the Elks and that sounds like La Ronge right to the tee. You guys do everything full speed, all in, and you guys do a very great job. I want to thank every member for their hard work.”

As a way to mark 50 years, the La Ronge Elks Club members decided to sponsor a $12,000 suite at the new long-term care facility in the name of Ron Fiske. Fiske is an original member of the club, who current members attribute much of their success to.

Ron Fiske, far right, was honoured with a large donation in his name on Wednesday. (Image Credit: Derek Cornet/larongeNOW Staff)

“One of Ron’s greatest strengths has always been his ability to adapt – welcoming new members, embracing new approaches to the club dynamics, and always keeping our eyes on the mission that has guided us from the beginning: to support where we can and to make our tri-community a better place to grow up and live in,” explained Elks Exulted Ruler Shea Duncan.

Fiske was surprised by the announcement on Wednesday. He noted the club has changed quite a bit since the 1970s, but has never lost its spirit.

“It’s pretty touching, I will tell you that,” Fiske said about the donation in his name.

“I never expected anything like that for sure. We have a good crew in there and that’s what it’s all about. It’s not about me, it’s about these guys here who do all the work.”

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derek.cornet@pattisonmedia.com

by Derek Cornet

La Ronge Elks marks 50 years with honourary donation to long-term care

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