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Men's Shed Supports Burlington Festival of Lights
For the 2nd year, the Burlington Men's Shed helped set-up and take down the Festival of Lights at the Spencer Smith Waterfront Park. 8 Men's Shed volunteers spent the day on Wed Nov 13th and the morning of the 14th hauling lights displays and setting them up at various points in the park. Then on Jan 19, seven members of the Burlington Men’s Shed volunteered their time to assist the Burlington Lions Club and King Paving with the take-down of the many light displays.
We thank the Burlington Lion's Club for their excellent work organizing and leading the Festival of Lights!
The light display is a 30 year Burlington tradition that brings so much joy to our community, and Men's Shed is proud to be a part of it!
Councilor Paul Sharman thanks the Shed!
From Ward 5 Councilor Paul Sharman's December 2025 Newsletter
Festival of Lights Set Up, 13 Nov 2025
"It was wonderful to be at Spencer Smith Park helping set up the Festival of Lights, a beloved Burlington tradition that brings so much joy to our community. A sincere thank-you to all the volunteers whose time, energy, and dedication make this event possible each year. Pictured here with members of the Burlington Men’s Shed, whose support and helping hands added to the strong sense of community that makes the Festival of Lights so special."
The Shed Effect: How Burlington’s Men’s Shed Is Transforming Connection, Purpose, and Community
To celebrate International Men’s Day on Wednesday, November 19, the Burlington Men’s Shed hosted a special Open House event called “The Shed Effect.” Held at the Burlington Seniors Centre, the event was a tremendous success thanks to the hard work, enthusiasm, and teamwork of our dedicated Shed members.
We are also grateful for the generous support of Chef Michael, the BSC staff, the Bistro volunteers, and a promotional grant from Men’s Sheds Canada, which helped us provide delicious sandwiches and coffee for all members and guests.
The event offered a wonderful opportunity to:
- Connect with fellow Shedders and meet new people.
- Share stories about what the Shed means to each of us.
- Introduce friends, neighbours, and curious guests to the Men’s Shed movement.
- Build community awareness of the important role Sheds play in supporting men’s health, belonging, and camaraderie.