Coady Rec & Fitness Centre Grand Opening – A Community Celebration

On July 31, 2025, the community gathered to celebrate the grand opening of the Coady Rec & Fitness Centre, a facility dedicated to Lloyd’s lifelong passion for fitness, service, and bringing people together.

A large crowd filled the space with energy and excitement, but the highlight of the day was seeing Lloyd himself, at 100 years young, dancing with guests and sharing in the joy of the moment. His presence reminded everyone of the importance of staying active and connected, no matter your age.

The event also featured a generous donation from the Kathleen and Lloyd Coady Foundation, ensuring that programs and activities at the centre will continue to grow and serve the community for years to come.

This new centre stands as a lasting tribute to Lloyd’s legacy, a place where people of all ages and abilities can come together, stay active, and build community.

The Accessible Van Has Arrived!

Thank you to everyone who supported the fundraisers that contributed to this very big day!

Call for Players!

21st Rotary House Challenge Golf Tournament

New Spring date, same great event! Watch this space for further information on the STEPs on Arthur Foundation’s annual Golf Tournament, which will take place on May 23rd.

Birthday Sharing

Your birthday is all about sharing joy, so why not share with others who need it? For your next birthday, instead of receiving traditional gifts, consider asking your family and friends to assist you in supporting STEPs with a gift to the STEPs on Arthur Foundation.

Your efforts will make your birthday even more memorable and meaningful, while encouraging others to do the same and creating a ripple effect of kindness. Knowing you’ve made a difference will give you the best birthday gift of all - gratitude and fulfillment!

So, the next time your birthday rolls around, consider making it a day of giving. The smiles you’ll create and the change you’ll inspire will make your celebration unforgettable.

Welcome Deatra!

We are pleased to welcome Deatra Nicholson as our new Board Chair. A member of our Board since 2024, Deatra brings with her a wealth of experience in loss prevention, policy development, and grant application submission. We are honoured she has agreed to step up into the role of Chair. Welcome, Deatra!

Thank you Dave!

This month, we accepted the resignation of Dave Ritcey from the Board of Directors of the STEPs on Arthur Foundation. While his departure leaves a notable void, we are grateful that Dave remains committed to supporting the Foundation in other ways, including his pivotal role in the upcoming Golf Tournament, a cornerstone of our success. We deeply appreciate Dave’s unwavering dedication and invaluable service to the Foundation. His contributions will be greatly missed. Thank you, Dave!

Thank you, Adam!

The Board of Directors of the STEPs on Arthur Foundation wishes to gratefully acknowledge our outgoing Board Chair, Adam Harris.

We are indebted to Adam for his exceptional leadership and unwavering commitment to our mission. His vision and dedication have made a lasting impact, and we are deeply appreciative of his service.

STEPs Up to the Plate a great success!

We extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who made the STEPs Up to the Plate campaign such a success! Whether you visited our restaurant partners, shared our posts, told a friend or all of the above, your support truly made this initiative unforgettable.

STEPs' clients and Foundation staff had the privilege of visiting our partners to present them with certificates in recognition of their participation.

Celebrating a Century of Giving

Lloyd Coady is celebrating his 100th birthday, and is marking the milestone in a way that is truly befitting his lifetime of service.

The Kathleen and Lloyd Coady Foundation has been established, with the STEPs on Arthur Foundation as its beneficiary. We gratefully acknowledge Lloyd’s generosity and the lasting legacy of his incredibly meaningful gift.

Here’s to 100 years of inspiration, and to many more years of making a difference in the lives of others!

Pictured: Lloyd Coady receiving a certificate of appreciation from STEPs on Arthur client Larry and STEPs on Arthur Foundation Board Chair Adam Harris, and Lloyd Coady with his family.