Canadian Lions Eyeglass Recycling Centre

CLERC would like to thank the Highwood Lions Club for stepping up and supporting the Eyeglass Program. We are still processing and shipping glasses, and have op...erating expenses. Donations like this keep the doors open and help offset our costs of doing business. Pictured here are Glen Robertson (on the right), Chair of the Alberta Youth Camp and CLERC Chair James Lee. Huge Gratitude for the support See more

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In the World there are a 1.5 million dedicated Lions. In the CLERC World there is PDG Gordon Prusky. Gordon has worked tirelessly for 25 years with CLERC. Gordo...n’s excellence as our current Executive Secretary and dedication to CLERC is unmatched. This well deserved Lifetime Achievement Award hardly seems like enough gratitude for the countless hours, professionalism and unwavering support that Gordon has given to help the 6 million recipients see the world clearly. Pictured presenting this award to Gordon are CLERC Chair James Lee and CLERC Operations Chair Zone C-2 2nd Vice DG Darrel Rawleigh (right). A heartfelt Congratulations Gordon from the CLERC Executive. See more

As Lions we are aware of many societal needs of those less fortunate. Sight, hearing, diabetes all come to mind. Here is an issue that we as Lions need to meet head on and promote our abilities to help eradicate.

Dear Lions, The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is continuing to impact the work of Lions around the world. As you know, it has also created financial hardships... for our Lions and the people for whom we care. To support the incredible men and women serving with us, the International Board of Directors unanimously passed another resolution to help our clubs. Here is an overview of the new resolution approved by the Board of Directors: - Charter and entrance fees waiver We have waived all charter and entrance fees from January 1 through June 30, 2021. - Flexible payments No clubs in good standing on December 31, 2020 will be suspended or canceled through June 30, 2021 for late payment of dues. Full payment is required to be received before June 30, 2021 to avoid suspension or cancellation. These additional measures will help Lions facing financial hardships and give our clubs the support and encouragement they need during these challenging times. For more than a century, Lions have taken on the greatest challenges facing humanity, and together, we will overcome this. The world needs Lions now more than ever, so thank you for your outstanding service and commitment to our communities and the world. Regards, Dr. Jung-Yul Choi International President https://app.e.roar.lionsclubs.org/e/es

First day of training for this seeing eye pup.

CLERC would like to extend a Happy New Years to all Lions and their families in 2021. Thankfully this year draws to a close. As Lions we have learned to keep do...ing what makes this World, our Communities and our friendships a better place. We have learned to do new things like club and executive ZOOM Meetings, get more computer savvy, and talk through a mask. This has an upside moving forward. Be well, stay safe and keep doing the things that enriches your life and the lives of others. All the very best in 2021. See more

A new addition to CLERC’s ability to reach all Canadian Lions in our pursuits of collecting eyeglasses to process in order help others less fortunate.

Lion Bill Stecewicz (on right) recently won $1,000 on Foothills Lions (C-2) Duck Derby draw. Bills largesse was to donate it all back to the Foothills Lions Clu...b to further our ability to serve and give back to worthy Community initiatives. How about giving Bill a shout out with a little love. Lions Rule. See more

This so rocks. Gratitude from CLERC for volunteerism efforts like this. Thank you Edmonton Host Lions.

Past President Terry Parsons of Regina Lakeside Lions Club prepares another shipment of used eye glasses to be sent to Canadian Lions Eyeglass Recycling Centre... (CLERC). As of October, he has packed and shipped 172,050 pairs of glasses. Well done, Lion Terry! #Vision #100LionsCanada, Lynne Chambers,Sherlyn Green,Steph Davis,Jani Jestin Webb,Paula Meeres,Colleen Stuart,Eunice Cameron,Kevin J. Banfield,Bruce Schwartz,Daryl K Davis,Janet Kowalski See more

Kathy Wiggins Club Secretary of the Eastport Lions and a weekly CLERC volunteer, standing in and presenting CLERC with a cheque we received from the Lions Club ...of Boissevain District (5m13) in Manitoba, to support the Eyeglass Program. Gratitude from the CLERC Executive for helping offset operating expenses. See more

Our Leadership class is organizing an eyeglasses drive for the Canadian Lions Eyeglass Recycling Centre. Please bring in your old, unused eyeglasses to the off...ice! Your old glasses will be turned into new glasses to be used in a different country to improve people's vision and better the possibility of them getting an education and a job. All types of glasses are welcome: readers, prescription glasses, and sunglasses, even if they are scratched, broken, or missing a lens. No cases, please. How many pairs do you think we can collect? Give us your best guess in the comments #actioninourworld #eyeglasses See more

Today’s Whole Grains of Wisdom

C-2 Cochrane Lions Club President Keith Garner (left) presents CLERC Chair James Lee with a cheque for $1000 to help offset rent costs and all the necessary PPE... and plastic dividers that CLERC had to install to keep our most sacred asset (Volunteers) safe, and keep the doors open. We are always grateful when Lions Clubs across Canada step up and help CLERC financially, the Need has never been greater. Thank you Cochrane Lions for your largesse and program support. See more

Service in Actions. The Edmonton Host Lions Rockin’ Service in Action. CLERC needs eyeglasses to process and they are answering the call. Gratitude from the CLERC Executive for your efforts.

Today’s Whole Grains of Loving Wisdom

CLERC NEEDS EYEGLASSES: Just a reminder to Lions Clubs across Canada that CLERC is open and processing glasses in a safe and volunteer protected operational man...ner. We have been processing glasses on a limited basis since the start of this pandemic. Our inventory of used eyeglasses is low and we require your assistance in remedying that. Information on shipping glasses can be attained by calling our warehouse at 1-(403)-640-1056. You can also check us out at www.clerc.ca and [email protected] or on Facebook. The cost of doing business has risen due to purchasing Covid PPE, rent, and operational expenses, so if your Lions Club cares to contribute to the cause financially we at CLERC would be grateful. Cheque’s can be made payable to CLERC. Huge thanks and a boatload of gratitude for the continued support of this wonderful program by Lions Clubs of Canada. The smiling faces of the nearly 6 Million recipients of eyeglasses from Canada, in 92 Countries demonstrates that in spades. Be safe, be well. See more

Today’s Whole Grains of Miraculous Wisdom

An Interesting Historical Breakthrough for Cataract Sufferers.

A Reminder of the Importance of Lions Clubs Across Canada Collecting and Shipping Glasses to CLERC to Make It All Happen. Gratitude

Pandemic or No pandemic, Lions are armed and committed.

Words that Lions Live By.

Lion Tim Beer Foothills Lions Club VP, District C-2 Leo Chairperson, Host Committee Chair for the 2021 Leo Leadership Forum in Calgary, Alberta, and also Host C...ommittee Chair for the 2022 Canada/USA Forum receives a SO well deserved Melvin Jones Award. Lion Tim and FLC Lion Kathy Galway formed the successful and relevant LIL’ Legendary Leo’s Club in the Black Diamond/Turner Valley area a few years ago. Awesome to witness the commitment and the zeal that Lion Tim exemplifies to his community, all things Leo and the world at large. Kudos Lion Tim from the entire Foothills Lions Club. See more

District C-1 & C-2 Council Chair PDG Tyler Bray inducts 2 new members to the Foothills Lions Club. L to R New Member Melonie McKee (Club Secretary already) and ...her sponsor Lion Amy Bates (Foothills Lions Financial Requests Chair), New Member Lion Glenn Costello (FLC Campground Wood Chair) and sponsor, Hall of Fame Lion Don Ward (66 year Lions International Member). Congratulations and gratitude to all from your Foothills Lions Club. See more

District C-2 Foothills Lions Club Duck Derby Chair Bruce Christensen receiving the prestigious Spirit of Lionism Award from District C-1/C-2 Council Chair Tyler... Bray. Bruce is many things to our Lions Club and dedication and a job well done are big in his wheel house. Congratulations Bruce so well deserved. See more

And Serve All ......as Lions We Do!