Congratulations to all members and friends of MRFC for a great show on Saturday June 12th, 2004 to celebrate the official opening of our new clubhouse.

What a party to crown off the day with most of our teams winning put the icing on the cake. I received nothing but praise about the clubhouse from the local councilor's and visitors.  Four years of fund raising and negotiations followed by three years of construction almost entirely by volunteers.

We've done ourselves very proud, keep it up. Thanks to Kim Jorgenson for planning the day and to everyone else who pitched in to make it happen.

Colin Campbell

Markham RFC would also like to acknowledge the support of:

Gary Crocco - The Olde Markham Coffee Shop on Main St. Markham, Gift Basket and Coffee

Steve Wemyss - Monte Cristo Fine Foods- Appetizers and Cake

Mark Josephs - Kisko Products - "Kisko Kids Korner" , Freezies and visit from the mascot

Mayor, Don Cousens

Deputy Mayor, Frank Scarpitti

Regional Councilor, Jack Heath

Ward 4 Councilor, George McKelvey

These official festivities will celebrate the completion of our clubhouse, and gratefully acknowledge those who contributed financially, donated much needed supplies and materials, and who volunteered their time and skills towards making our dream come true. These official festivities will celebrate the completion of our clubhouse, and gratefully acknowledge those who contributed financially, donated much needed supplies and materials, and who volunteered their time and skills towards making our dream come true.

Schedule of activities for the day:
10:00 am  Women vs. Lions

11:30 am  Mens 3rd's vs. Balmy Beach

1:00 pm   Mens 2nd's vs. Balmy Beach

2:30 pm   Opening Ceremony Begins:

Welcoming remarks from Club President

Speech from our Regional Councilor - Jack Heath

Presentations *& Special Acknowledgments - Colin Campbell

2:50 pm   Jack Heath performs honorary kick-off

Introduction of 1st Team players

3:00 pm   Mens 1st's vs. Balmy Beach

5:00 pm   Post game reception & celebration for members, players, alumni & guests.

There will be lots of activities for children including the "Kisko Kids Corner". Extra parking is available at the Walmart parking lot, a 5 Min walk from the pitch. There is no charge for admission.

For more information or to volunteer contact: Kim Jorgenson at 416-577-8999 or kkjorgenson@yahoo.com

Many thanks to all the members who turned out on Saturday April 17th and gave the clubhouse a well deserved cleaning. It looks great and very much appreciated by the building crew.

Let's donate a few hours of work so we can finish the club house as soon as possible . Please contact fundraising@markhamrugbyclub.com for details on making charitable donations (tax receipt provided) to the Markham RFC clubhouse fundraising campaign.

Clubhouse work: Most weekends at 9:00am Contact Colin @ colinrorycampbell@yahoo.ca For details, times, and dates.

The Club wishes to thank the following local politicians who have been working on our behalf to promote the building of our clubhouse: Bill O’Donnell, Ralph Aselin, Jack Heath.