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3 9 T H ONTARIO RODE 0 FINALS Page 3 Welcome from the. . . The members of the Kinsmen and Rotary Clubs are pleased to welcome you to the 1996 ONTARIO ONTARIO RODEO ASSOCIATION CHAMPIONSHIP FINALS. Your support in the past has enabled both clubs to promote many projects projects in our community and many areas around the world. The first Service Clubs were organized organized in the early 1900's as social social and fellowship clubs whose members shared the same interests. interests. One of the first thoughts of the members was that they would help each other by promoting the business activities of each other. However, it was not long before they realized that the clubs could and would not survive if all of their efforts were directed for their own individual benefits. From this idea, our programs of Community Service Service was bom. Today we. see the results of these changes. Every Service Club now has a program of Community Service and in our area, we can all enjoy and share in the many benefits the clubs have provided. Some of the clubs work only in their local communities, others have organized clubs in their own countries and some became international international by organizing clubs in many countries of the world. The clubs never try to compete with each other to do the same project. project. The first club to start a project is encouraged and supported by the other area clubs to complete the project successfully. As a result the children with cystic fibrosis are helped by our Kinsmen Club and the disabled children by our Rotary Club. However, the members members of the Kinsmen and Rotary Clubs have joined forces to produce produce very successfully The Ontario Ontario Rodeo Finals as a money raising raising project. The improvements you see in the facilities of the Orono Fairgrounds Fairgrounds are a tribute to the combined combined efforts and work of the members of both clubs. The support support we received from the business community which supplied equip- I am very pleased, on behalf of the Council and all of the residents residents of the Municipality of Clar- ington, to extend a very warm welcome to all of the participants and friends of the Ontario Rodeo Association 1996 Finals. Our Kinsmen and Rotary Clubs along with hundreds of volunteers, volunteers, have been working diligently diligently for the last few months to prepare prepare for the fourth annual Rodeo finals in our Municipality. We sincerely hope that your will enjoy your time at the Rodeo Weekend in Clarington. To the members of the Ontario Rodeo Association, our Kinsmen and Rotary Clubs, and the many volunteers, thank you for making for making it all happen. We will be there to join in the fun! ment and material and other members members of the community allowed us to complete these facilities in a much shorter time than would have been otherwise possible. The members of the two clubs wish to express their sincere thanks for all of this support. The generous financial support our clubs have received over the past year has enabled us to undertake undertake many projects in our community. community. As all governments continue to downsize their support for many programs, your continued financial support will be more necessary than ever, if we are to continue to help those in need. Our members are very proud of the fact that every dollar con tributed to our project is used only only for the project for which it was given and none is used for the enjoyment enjoyment or other activities of our members. Our members through their dues and personal contributions contributions cover all the costs of operating operating our clubs for the benefit of our members. We are also proud of the fact that none of our members receive receive any payment for the many hours of volunteer work required for our projects such as the Ontario Rodeo Championships. Thank you for coming. We hope that you will enjoy the Rode. Your program lists the times and places for all of the events. If you need any help, ask one of our members or visit our Information Trailer. Rodeo is getting stronger every year in Ontario, with the number of competitors increasing constantly. Of course, we recognize the reason for this is due to the support of you, our fans. We are proud of the fact that rodeo is a family sport, everyone young and old is welcome and will be entertained. The competitors you will see in these Finals have competed in rodeos throughout Ontario all year and are the top money winners in each event., which now gives the privilege of competing for the coveted "Finals" "Finals" and "Year End trophy buckles as well as cash awards and merchandise merchandise donated by our sponsors. Please join us again this year, orif it is your first time, welome to Ontario Ontario Rodeo; Come visit happy to answer your questions. Sincerely, Anne Stroud President, Ontario Rodeo Association When a rodeo that attracts some of Canada's top athletes athletes to events like Bareback Bronco Riding, Calf Roping, Steer Wrestling, Barrel Racing, Saddle Bronco Riding and the thrilling Bull Riding That's Rodeo Days. When thousands of Claringtonians don theirfinest western garb and are joined by thousands of visitors from Toronto, around Durham and other areas for a fun filled weekend. And when the kids get their own show and midway That's Rodeo Days. When thousands of early bird enthusiasts chow down on thousands of pancakes at Rodeo Breakfasts at the Fair Grounds and in the friendly streets of Claiington, or attend a Western Fashion Show That's Rodeo Days. When thousands of visitors spin the turnstiles at the Fair Grounds to partake in family fun and Western- style entertainment. And have a Western Mall to stroll through and buy things from That's Rodeo Days. What Else Could We Call It. September 20th to 22nd, Clarington, Ontario Diane Hamre Mayor