Lanark County’s annual Warden’s Golf Tournament will support a new program aimed at helping more children and youth take part in local activities.
This year’s tournament takes place Friday, Aug. 14, at Timber Run Golf Club. Proceeds will go toward the new Active Kids, Bright Futures Program.
The program was proposed by Warden Richard Kidd, the reeve of Beckwith, and approved by county council last month.
Active Kids, Bright Futures is designed to help children and youth from low-income households take part in sports, arts, clubs, lessons and other structured activities.
County officials say eligible children and youth aged 17 and under could receive up to $500 per child each year. The money would be paid directly to service providers.
Activities could include football, soccer, baseball, dance, 4-H, Girl Guides, music lessons, art classes and instructional summer camps.
Director of Social Services Emily Hollington says the program would give caseworkers another flexible tool to help families. She says recreation and structured activities can support routine, school success, teamwork, resilience and a stronger sense of belonging.
Kidd says the program will make recreation more accessible for children who may otherwise be unable to take part.
The golf tournament is a long-standing county tradition. Last year, it raised about $12,000.
Registration is $150 per golfer and includes green fees, a cart, lunch and dinner
