The Grand Exalted Ruler of the Elks of Canada was recently in town, and he said he enjoyed his time.
Grand Exalted Ruler Ron Potter visited the North Battleford Elks Lodge No. 369 on Monday, Nov. 12. Presentations included $2,200 to the Elks and Royal Purple Fund for Children and Potter commemorated Elks member Louis Cramatte for 50 years with the organization.
Potter is from Moosomin and his career includes 25 years as a journeyman automotive technician. Potter retired earlier this year. In 2012, Potter was elected to the Grand Executive.
Potter spent a few days in North Battleford, where he said there’s lots of shopping and things to do.
A visit to Unity was next for Potter, followed by Regina, then later out west to Edmonton where he’ll appear on a float in the Grey Cup parade.
Potter said the Elks in North Battleford have been around for a long, long time and they can certainly use some younger help.
Potter said the Elks have made many contributions to North Battleford.
“It's been a long, long time they've been in North Battleford and have donated a lot of stuff and a lot of money back into this community.”
