When we return to In-Person Meetings, following reopening after the COVID-19 pandemic protocols has passed, Meetings take place in the Norm Taylor Room at the Bond Lake Arena/Oak Ridges Recreation Centre, approximately twice a month on Mondays.

Non-members are welcome to attend a few of our meetings at a charge of $12 per meeting, so long as there is sufficient space. If you are planning to attend a meeting as a visitor, we ask that you send an email to before 9 pm on the day before the meeting to reserve your space.

Coming:
(Scroll down to view past meetings)

Mon Mar 20
2023

Meeting

Guest Speaker: “Photographing the Typically Off-Limits and Unseen Parts of Civilization”

Norm Taylor Room
An Urban Exploration Photography presentation of photos, stories, entertainment, humor, and intrigue.

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Mon Mar 27
2023

Meeting

Competition Presentation – Photo Essays, Video Short Films, Nature Trophy and Print 1

Norm Taylor Room

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Mon Apr 3
2023

Meeting

Newfoundland Big Trip, RHWC Photo Contest Presentation and other Member Presentations (TBD)

Norm Taylor Room

Newfoundland Big Trip, Richmond Hill Winter Carnival Photo Contest Presentation and Award Ceremony, and other Member Presentations (TBD)
This will be a repeat performance from the Big Trip team. Photos and stories from the club’s “Big Trip” to Newfoundland in May 2022 will be shown.
The entries to the 2023 Richmond Hill Winter Carnival Photo Contest will be shown, and the awards will be presented by RH Mayor David West and the Winter Carnival co-chairs Jean Michaluk & Dave Elliott.
In addition, member presentations will be included (TBD).

Note: The video workshop originally scheduled for this date has been cancelled.

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Mon Apr 17
2023

Meeting

Guest Speaker – Darren Creighton – For the Love of Black and White

Norm Taylor Room

Darren Creighton – For the Love of Black and White
What is it about black & white that still holds such interest for photographers and viewers?

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Mon Apr 24
2023

Meeting

Competition Presentation – Print 2. Also Tips and Tricks (Don Tod – Headshots photography)

Norm Taylor Room

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Mon May 1
2023

Meeting

Annual General Meeting (AGM)

Norm Taylor Room

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Mon May 8
2023

Meeting

Annual Banquet and Competition Awards

Annual Banquet 2023 – Premier Place Banquet Hall 696 Westburne Dr. Concord L4K 4V5
Come join in as RHCC celebrates the achievements of our members with a fun social event.

In-Person Meeting

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Complete List of Meetings and Special Events for Jun 2020 – Jun 2023:

Sun Sep 13
2020

Meeting

New Members’ Meeting

New members meeting and introduction to the board

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Mon Sep 14
2020

Meeting

Speaker: Wayne Fisher (Architecture and Minimalism)

Speaker: Wayne Fisher – Architecture and Minimalism

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Mon Sep 21
2020

Meeting

Program Introduction and George Cates (Identifying the Elements That Make a Great Image)

2020-21 Program Introduction – Ron Mantay
2020-21 Competition Season – “Identifying the Elements That Make a Great Image” – George Cates & Competition Team

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Mon Oct 19
2020

Meeting

Ron Mantay (Inspire, Educate and Entertain with Photo Essays)

Ron will share what he has learned about Photo Essays, and encourage you to learn the skills needed to tell interesting stories with Photo Essays.

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Mon Oct 26
2020

Meeting

Joe Leduc (Macro Photography Demonstration) ONLINE ONLY

In this Macro Photography presentation, Joe Leduc will demonstrate a variety of creative ways to capture and edits macro images. Please note that is an “ONLINE ONLY” webinar.

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Mon Nov 2
2020

Meeting

Member Presentations #1 and TIPS and TRICKS

Short slide shows or videos submitted by members will be viewed. The first “Tricks and Tips” session of the season will also be included in this meeting.

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Mon Nov 9
2020

Meeting

Robert Stimpson (Monochrome Photography)

In his presentation, Rob Stimpson will explain his approach to making impressive monochrome images that emphasize textures, patterns, shadows or silhouettes.

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Mon Nov 16
2020

Meeting

Digital 1 Presentation (Architecture)

Images submitted for Digital Competition #1 will presented with scores and comments from the Judges. The assigned topic for this competition is “Architecture.”

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Sat Nov 21
2020

Special Event

NFRCC vs O3C Inter-Regional Competition

The NFRCC vs O3C Inter-Regional Competition will be an online video conference event. Registration is required.
Register online at www.nfrcc.org

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Mon Nov 23
2020

Meeting

Ron Goodlin (Great Bear Rainforest)

Join Ron Goodlin for an adventure to the Great Bear Rainforest in this unique photo-nature-documentary presentation.

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Mon Nov 30
2020

Meeting

Larry Frank (Redefining the Art of Photography)

Larry Frank will present an intriguing perspective on ways to look at photography.

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Mon Dec 14
2020

Meeting

Digital Competition #2 Presentation (Monochrome)

Images submitted for Digital Competition #2 will presented with scores and comments from the Judges. The assigned topic for this competition is “Monochrome.”

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Mon Dec 21
2020

Meeting

Paul Mortfield (The Art and Science of Photographing the Universe) and TIPS & TRICKS

Paul Mortfield will give an illustrated talk that presents the techniques and challenges astronomers have when imaging the universe, and creating wondrous photographs that are literally out of this world. A session on “Tips and Tricks” will also be included in this online meeting. Following the meeting, we will move in to small breakout rooms to socialize.

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Mon Jan 11
2021

Meeting

Kas Stone (A picture is worth 1000 words)

In this thought-provoking presentation, professional photographer and author Kas Stone explores the connection between words and images, the arguments for and against using them together, and she will offer tips and exercises to help you create effective titles for your images.

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Mon Jan 18
2021

Meeting

Digital Competition #3 Presentation (Macro and Close-up)

Images submitted for Digital Competition #3 will presented with scores and comments from the Judges. The assigned topic for this competition is “Macro and Close-up.”

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Mon Feb 8
2021

Meeting

Mark Zelinski (Heart of Turtle Island – Niagara Escarpment)

Mark Zelinski will talk about some the unique photography opportunities on the Niagara Escarpment.

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Mon Feb 22
2021

Meeting

Wayne Fisher Lightroom Workshop and Nature Trophy Image Presentation

Guest Speaker: Wayne Fisher
Topic: Lightroom Workshop

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Mon Mar 1
2021

Meeting

Digital Competition #4 Presentation (Creative)

Images submitted for Digital Competition #4 will be presented with scores and comments from the Judges. The assigned topic for this competition is “Creative.”

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Mon Mar 8
2021

Meeting

James Cowie (The Art of Observation and Night Photography)

James Cowie will talk about his photography experiences traveling the world, including key aspects of night photography.

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Mon Mar 29
2021

Meeting

Photo Essay Presentation

Submissions for the annual Photo Essay Competition will be presented along with scores and comments from the Judges.

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Mon Apr 12
2021

Meeting

Presentation of Special Digital Competition for 2021 and “Tips and Tricks”

Images submitted for the Special Digital Competition for 2021 will presented with scores and comments from the Judges. The assigned topic for this competition is “Expansive Landscapes or Seascapes.”
A session of Tips and Tricks will also be included in the evening’s webinar.

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Mon Apr 19
2021

Meeting

Digital Competition #5 Presentation (Night Photography)

Images submitted for Digital Competition #5 will presented with scores and comments from the Judges. The assigned topic for this competition is “Night Photography.”

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Mon May 3
2021

Special Event

O3C Open Challenge – Member Image Submission Ticket Purchases 2021

The O3C Open Challenge submission this year from our club will require members to pay for their entries.

Each image costs $3, up to a maximum of $30 for 10 images.  You will need to buy 1 ticket to this event for each image that you wish to submit (up to a maximum of 10 tickets).

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Mon May 3
2021

Meeting

Annual General Meeting (AGM), Year-End Competition Awards & Service Awards

Members are encouraged to attend our Annual General Meeting to vote on the Executive for next season and review the current budget. Winners for the year-end competition awards and service awards will be announced.

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Sun Sep 12
2021

Meeting

New Members Meeting and Introduction to the Board (ZOOM)

Please click on the following link to find the Zoom link information.   Note:  You must be logged in.

2021-2022 Online Presentation Links

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Mon Sep 13
2021

Meeting

Guest Speaker (KEYNOTE) – Carlos Richer – Black & White Language – Zoom

Topic: Black and White Language

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Mon Sep 20
2021

Meeting

Program Introduction and Member Presentations

Join us for an overview of this year’s program including Guest Speakers, Member Speakers, Field Trips, SIGs, Workshops, Social Events, and more.  We will also feature member presentations from some of our recent field trips.

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Mon Sep 27
2021

Meeting

Guest Speaker:  Sharon Tenenbaum – Long Exposure – Zoom

Topic:  Long Exposure Photography (including black and white and minimalism)

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Mon Oct 18
2021

Meeting

Member Presentation – Long Exposure Techniques – Don Tod, Isabel DaSilva, Debbie Gottdenker

Don, Isabel, and Debbie will be presenting and discussing various tips and techniques for capturing long-exposure images.

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Mon Oct 25
2021

Meeting

Digital 1 Presentation

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Mon Nov 8
2021

Meeting

Guest Speaker – Rob Stimpson – Wild Ontario

Topic: Wild Ontario

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Mon Nov 22
2021

Meeting

Guest Speaker – Bryan Peterson – The Art of Seeing

Topic: The Art of Seeing – Note: this was originally scheduled for November 8, 2021

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Mon Nov 29
2021

Meeting

Member Presentation: Ron Goodlin – Video

Topic: Video – Moved from November 22 to November 29, 2021

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Mon Dec 13
2021

Meeting

Digital 2 Presentation

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Mon Dec 20
2021

Meeting

Member Presentation – Ron Mantay – Photo Essays

Ron Mantay: Photo Essays – Observe and Learn – Note: This was originally supposed to be a pizza night but is now a Zoom meeting. 

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Mon Jan 17
2022

Meeting

Digital 3 Presentation

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Mon Jan 24
2022

Meeting

Ursula Abresch – Abstract Art Photography

Topic:  Abstract Art Photography

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Mon Jan 31
2022

Meeting

Digital 4 Presentation

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Mon Feb 7
2022

Meeting

Guest Speaker – Chris Richman – The Power of Personal Projects

Topic:  The Power of Personal Projects

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Mon Feb 14
2022

Meeting

Nature Presentation and Tips & Tricks

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Mon Feb 28
2022

Meeting

Digital 5 Presentation

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Mon Mar 7
2022

Meeting

Guest Speaker – Olivia Goldstein – Path to the Perfect Portrait

Topic:  Path to the Perfect Portrait

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Mon Mar 28
2022

Meeting

Photo-Essay and Video-Short Presentation

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Mon Apr 4
2022

Meeting

Guest Speaker Ray and Mary Ann Anderson – Fire and Ice (Namibia and Iceland)

Topic:  Desert and Ice

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Mon Apr 11
2022

Meeting

Digital 6 Presentation

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Mon Apr 25
2022

Meeting

Member Presentations

Several members will be giving us interesting presentations on various photographic themes

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Mon May 2
2022

Meeting

AGM and Year-end Competition and Service Awards

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Mon May 9
2022

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Annual Banquet for 2021-2022 Season

Unfortunately, we have had to postpone the annual banquet for both the 2019-2020 and the 2020-2021 seasons due to Covid-19.  Our date for the 2021-2022 season is May 9, 2022.
Come join-in as RHCC celebrates the achievements of our members with a fun social event. (Please note that Covid-19 restrictions may prevent holding this event, so check the Current News page for the latest update.)

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Sun Sep 11
2022

Meeting

New Members Meeting and Introduction to the Board

All members who haven’t yet attended a New Members Meeting are urged to attend our new members orientation session on Sunday, September 11, starting at 2 p.m.

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Mon Sep 12
2022

Meeting

Program Introduction and Social Mixer

Our regular season kicks-off on Monday September 12 with our first in-person meeting in a very long time!

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Mon Sep 19
2022

Meeting

Angie McMonigal – Architectural Photography

Zoom Meeting
Join Angie for a discussion focusing on creative approaches to architectural subjects.

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Mon Oct 17
2022

Meeting

Member Presentation – Eric Drumm – Landscape Photography Beyond the Snapshot

Zoom Meeting

Member Presentation – Eric Drumm – “Landscape Photography Beyond the Snapshot”

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Mon Oct 24
2022

Meeting

Digital 1 Presentation & Trophy and Service Award Presentations

Norm Taylor Room

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Mon Oct 31
2022

Meeting

Guest Speaker – Nic Stover – The Power to Create – Giving ourselves the permission we need to embrace the creative process.

Zoom Meeting

This presentation will help you to look at your work and your creative process in completely different ways than ever before. You will see how you need to give yourself permission to go deeper into your creative self to explore a wider range of what you and your work represent.

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Mon Nov 7
2022

Meeting

Member Presentation – Ron Goodlin Presentation (Iceland and Svalbard)

THIS IS NOW A ZOOM MEETING and will only cover Ron Goodlin’s presentation on Iceland and Svalbard. 

Follow the adventures of Ron Goodlin and a group of (RHCC and other) photographers on an epic expedition to incredible Iceland  and then on to the Arctic, where they took part in an expedition to study the changing environmental conditions as they searched for Polar Bears, Walrus, Seals, Whales and many elusive Arctic chickens!

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Mon Nov 21
2022

Meeting

Guest Speaker – Ethan Meleg – Just Winging It: A Bird Nerd and his Camera

Zoom Meeting

Ethan will cover the basics of bird photography, with tips, techniques, and funny stories from his adventures photographing birds.

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Mon Nov 28
2022

Meeting

Featured Guest Speaker – David duChemin – The Heart of the Photograph

Zoom Meeting
This webinar will discuss techniques and ways of thinking about the creation of images designed to engage human imagination and emotion

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Mon Dec 5
2022

Meeting

Pizza Night Social, Field Trip Video (Tough Mudder), Member Presentations (Elizabeth Lincoln – Photographs for Legacy Projects)

Pizza Night Social, Member Presentations (Elizabeth Lincoln – Photographs for Legacy Projects)
This will be an “In-Person” meeting in the Norm Taylor Room.

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Mon Dec 12
2022

Meeting

Digital 2 Presentation

Zoom Meeting

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Mon Dec 19
2022

Meeting

Tips and Tricks (Don Tod – Event photography) and Member Presentation (Newfoundland Big Trip)

Norm Taylor Room

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Mon Jan 16
2023

Meeting

Digital 3 Presentation, plus Tips and Tricks by Rob Kline – “Sweet 16 tips for better bird photography”

Zoom Meeting

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Mon Jan 23
2023

Meeting

Guest Speaker: Peter Baumgarten – “Shoot for the Stars –Techniques to Improve your Astro-landscape Photography”

Zoom Meeting
Join Peter Baumgarten for this how-to seminar that will help you create impressive night sky images.

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Mon Jan 30
2023

Meeting

Digital 4 Presentation

Zoom Meeting

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Mon Feb 13
2023

Meeting

Guest Speaker – Wayne Simpson – “Portraits of Resilience”

Zoom Meeting

 *** Please note that Dave Brosha will not be able to present as planned. The Programming Team has  arranged for Wayne Simpson to present in his place. ***

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Wed Feb 22
2023

Meeting

Should I Switch to Mirrorless? Chris Ogonek, Nikon Product and Training Manager

Zoom Meeting
This presentation will delve into the gaps that exist between Mirrorless and DSLR cameras within many categories, from build quality to lens compatibility to autofocus and more.

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Mon Feb 27
2023

Meeting

Competition Presentation – Digital 5. Also Tips and Tricks (Mark Girard – Long Exposure photography)

Zoom Meeting

*** Due to a strong winter storm coming in this afternoon and evening, this meeting will now be held as a Zoom Meeting ***

Please check your email for further information. Prints will need to be delivered in person to George Cates or Lance Gitter. More information will be included in the email from the club and at the beginning of the Zoom meeting.

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Mon Mar 20
2023

Meeting

Guest Speaker: “Photographing the Typically Off-Limits and Unseen Parts of Civilization”

Norm Taylor Room
An Urban Exploration Photography presentation of photos, stories, entertainment, humor, and intrigue.

Details

Mon Mar 27
2023

Meeting

Competition Presentation – Photo Essays, Video Short Films, Nature Trophy and Print 1

Norm Taylor Room

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Mon Apr 3
2023

Meeting

Newfoundland Big Trip, RHWC Photo Contest Presentation and other Member Presentations (TBD)

Norm Taylor Room

Newfoundland Big Trip, Richmond Hill Winter Carnival Photo Contest Presentation and Award Ceremony, and other Member Presentations (TBD)
This will be a repeat performance from the Big Trip team. Photos and stories from the club’s “Big Trip” to Newfoundland in May 2022 will be shown.
The entries to the 2023 Richmond Hill Winter Carnival Photo Contest will be shown, and the awards will be presented by RH Mayor David West and the Winter Carnival co-chairs Jean Michaluk & Dave Elliott.
In addition, member presentations will be included (TBD).

Note: The video workshop originally scheduled for this date has been cancelled.

Details

Mon Apr 17
2023

Meeting

Guest Speaker – Darren Creighton – For the Love of Black and White

Norm Taylor Room

Darren Creighton – For the Love of Black and White
What is it about black & white that still holds such interest for photographers and viewers?

Details

Mon Apr 24
2023

Meeting

Competition Presentation – Print 2. Also Tips and Tricks (Don Tod – Headshots photography)

Norm Taylor Room

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Mon May 1
2023

Meeting

Annual General Meeting (AGM)

Norm Taylor Room

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Mon May 8
2023

Meeting

Annual Banquet and Competition Awards

Annual Banquet 2023 – Premier Place Banquet Hall 696 Westburne Dr. Concord L4K 4V5
Come join in as RHCC celebrates the achievements of our members with a fun social event.

In-Person Meeting

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