Past Events

Toronto Blue Jays
August 14, 2025

The game began as a pitching dual between Max Scherzer and ex Blue Jay Boyd, into the 7th inning. The Jays overcame a one run deficit to take the game on a Schneider walk, a Clement sacrifice and a home run.

Good game, a win and a chance to see a sure fire hall of famer in Max Scherzer.

U of T Forensics Sciences Lab
April 17, 2025

19 Members visited the Forensic Sciences lab on April 17 and were educated on the basics of the program. Expert input was given by our program coordinator and final year students. We started in a classroom where we learned about fingerprint types and why they are formed. Then we practiced taking our own prints and learned of the various ways prints can be taken. This was followed by a field trip. We learned how to slowly and carefully walk a crimes scene looking for possible clues, and then for where a body had been buried (not a human body). Examining how bodies decompose over time and under various conditions is an important part of the course and forensic investigation. Finally we went inside a demonstration site where we saw more fingerprint techniques, examined blood spatter patterns, and then how different light frequencies can reveal different forensic evidence. Two and a half hours of time well-spent.

Beer Tasting
February 24, 2025

It had been a few years since we had been to Cameron’s Brewery on Invicta Drive in Oakville, so it was time for a return visit. Once again we were treated to a warm welcome from the owner, Clint Israel, and his very friendly and knowledgeable team.

They treated us to a unique tour of their facilities; stopping at various stations along the production cycle to explain each process and to give us a taste of much of their product line. The tastings consisted of: Good Trip IPA, Amber Red Ale, Captain’s Log Lager, Rocket Science Light IPA and the piece de la resistance, their rich and creamy Black Forest Lager. The first 4 of the above are available in cans but the Black Forest, only in growlers.

Their product line includes other beers, including some seasonal sours and session ales. They offer a great “in house deal” of a case of 25 beers for $55.

A bit of a disappointment was the food. We ordered pizza from the Dominoes around the corner from the brewery and although it came on time and relatively warm, it was terribly expensive for what we got. The serving size was very small and very pricey. Their largest pizzas were 16”, not party size, and were priced at between $30 and $40 per pizza. I am used to getting a great, large deluxe pizza from Pizzaville for less than $25. Pizza goes great with beer, so we will be more selective next time.

David Litner & John Mark

Water Treatment Plant Tour
February 20, 2024

The City of Mississauga provided a very interesting tour of the Arthur P. Kennedy Water Treatment Plant On February 20, 2025 for our Probus Club and spouses. Our large group of 25, decked out in hardhats and safety vests, was divided up into two groups to learn about the facility. Ward 1 Councillor Stephen Dasko accompanied us on the tour. It is a modern, highly efficient plant with the newest technology to ensure our drinking water is of the highest quality. It was an enjoyable and enlightening visit to the plant.

Tour of the Weather Network
January 28, 2025

The tour took place January 28th on a clear and sunny day. Twenty one Probus members and spouses enjoyed the look behind the scenes of the workings of the network. We got to meet and question Weather Network meteorologists and try our hand at weather broadcasting in front of the green screen. Our group is forecasting sunnier days ahead!

Christmas Lunch - - Markland Wood Golf Club
December 5, 2024

On December 5, the annual Christmas Lunch was held at the Markland Wood Golf Club, the same venue as last year.

There were 53 members/spouses in attendance who enjoyed the fine food, good service and general friendship. Dayle Acorn handled the gift draw and Randy Wanat drew the lucky number for his lovely gift basket.

A good event all around!