Doon Pioneer Park Community Association

Doon Pioneer Park Community Association We are: a not-for-profit, volunteer community association dedicated to providing recreation programm

Established in 1981, DPPCA's mandate is to provide recreation programming and to encourage residents of all ages to be actively engaged in our community life. The DPPCA is governed by an active and engaged Board of Directors, all of whom are volunteers. Additional volunteer positions throughout the organization manage programs and initiatives taking place throughout the year. Recreation programs

are offered on seasonal sessions, three times per year. Each session sees an average of 60+ recreation programs and 5 special events. Volunteer Board of Directors

President Pam Ritz
Vice President Elaine Andrews
Community Liaison Sandra Lachance
Program Director Lori Brodie
Secretary VACANT
Treasurer Shelley Li
Volunteer Coordinator Elaine Andrews
Special Events Coordinator Wendy Krofchick

Happy Mother’s Day from the Doon Pioneer Park Community Association 🌸Today we celebrate and recognize all of the incredi...
05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day from the Doon Pioneer Park Community Association 🌸

Today we celebrate and recognize all of the incredible mothers, grandmothers, stepmothers, caregivers, and mother figures who help make our community stronger, kinder, and more connected every day.

Thank you for the love, support, sacrifice, and encouragement you bring to your families, neighbours, and community. Your impact is felt in countless ways, often through the little things that mean the most.

Wishing you a day filled with appreciation, joy, and time with those you love. 💖

From all of us at DPPCA, Happy Mother’s Day!

We’re halfway through an amazing 2026, and there’s still so much to look forward to 🎉Join us for the remaining events an...
05/03/2026

We’re halfway through an amazing 2026, and there’s still so much to look forward to 🎉
Join us for the remaining events and help keep the momentum going!

We welcome our community, students, and adult volunteers to be part of what makes these gatherings so special 🤝✨

🤖✨ Build, Code & Create this Spring! ✨🤖Registration is now OPEN for our Spring 2026 LEGO Robotics & Coding After School ...
05/02/2026

🤖✨ Build, Code & Create this Spring! ✨🤖
Registration is now OPEN for our Spring 2026 LEGO Robotics & Coding After School Programs! 🚀

Kids will explore robotics, coding, problem-solving, and hands-on STEM fun in an engaging learning environment.

📅 May 6 – May 27, 2026
📍 Doon Pioneer Community Centre, Kitchener

🔹 Helper & Utility Robots (Ages 4–6)
🔹 Science Discovery Models (Ages 6–8)
🔹 mBot 2: Smart Coding & Robot Adventures (Ages 8–12)

💡 Fun learning, new experiences & exciting activities every week!

Spots are limited — register today through Active Network Kitchener! 🎟️

🎨✨ Calling all young artists! ✨🎨Join us for a FREE Art Workshop filled with creativity, fun, and imagination! 🖌️🌸Perfect...
05/02/2026

🎨✨ Calling all young artists! ✨🎨

Join us for a FREE Art Workshop filled with creativity, fun, and imagination! 🖌️🌸

Perfect for ages 10–18 to explore art, learn new skills, and express themselves in a creative space.

📅 Tuesday, May 5, 2026

⏰ 6:00–7:00 p.m.

📍 Doon Pioneer Park Community Centre, Room 2

🎟️ ActiveNet Code: 223110

Hosted by ARTSHINE 🎨☀️

Spots may fill quickly — don’t miss out!💫

What does DPPCA stand for? Doon Pioneer Park Community Association.Who is DPPCA?We’re a group of local volunteers—your n...
04/30/2026

What does DPPCA stand for? Doon Pioneer Park Community Association.

Who is DPPCA?
We’re a group of local volunteers—your neighbors—working together to bring people together through events, programs, and meaningful connections all year long.💚

From pickleball (one of our most popular programs) 🏓 and fitness classes 💪 to community events that bring together 500+ of your neighbors.

Everything we do is about helping people stay active, connected, and engaged.

Save the remaining dates for our 2026 community events:

🍂 Fall Fair
Saturday, September 19 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

🎄 Christmas Party
Saturday, December 5 | 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Meet DPPCA's Board Members:

LEADERSHIP
Yvonne Fernandes – President
Giovanni Giuga – Vice President

PROGRAMS & EVENTS
Laura Kerwin – Event Coordinator
Majlinda Gashi – Events Support
Lori Brodie – Program Director

COMMUNITY & SUPPORT
Ana Lagos Suazo – Community Liaison
Sarah Mayer – IT Support
Celeste Saju – Social Media Coordinator

OPERATIONS
Tamara Ilic – Treasurer
Abigail Ansah – Recording Secretary
Razia Hamidi – Bookkeeper
Nancy Hanam – Webmaster

Looking to get moving, meet new people, or give back?
There’s a place for you here.

Follow us to stay connected or reach out to get involved.
We’d love for you to be part of it.




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Exciting news! Our community garden now has three new wheelchair‑accessible plots with self‑watering planters. 🌿Reach ou...
04/27/2026

Exciting news! Our community garden now has three new wheelchair‑accessible plots with self‑watering planters. 🌿

Reach out to learn more or request a plot!

☀️💦 Splash into summer with us!Join the DPPCA for our Umbrella Opening Celebration at the splash pad 🎉🗓 Saturday, May 30...
04/27/2026

☀️💦 Splash into summer with us!

Join the DPPCA for our Umbrella Opening Celebration at the splash pad 🎉
🗓 Saturday, May 30
⏰ 1–2 PM
📍 Doon Pioneer Park Community Centre

Bring your friends, a chair or blanket, and get ready for some fun in the sun—no registration needed, just show up and enjoy! 🌈☂️

Spring is calling, and so are new adventures for your little ones! 🌸🐝Registration for our Spring Programs opens soon—don...
03/20/2026

Spring is calling, and so are new adventures for your little ones! 🌸🐝

Registration for our Spring Programs opens soon—don’t miss out! Spots fill up fast, so be ready to secure your child’s place in fun, learning, and play.

✨ Programs available:

🌼 Small Wonders (Ages 2.5–3.5)
🌼 Morning Marvels (Ages 3.5–4.5)

🗓 Mark your calendars:

✔️ Kitchener residents: March 10 at 8:30 AM
✔️ Non-residents: March 17 at 8:30 AM

Register online and let the springtime fun begin! 💛

Mornings made magical ☀️✨Our Morning Marvels program is the perfect mix of fun and learning—helping your little ones gro...
03/20/2026

Mornings made magical ☀️✨

Our Morning Marvels program is the perfect mix of fun and learning—helping your little ones grow socially, physically, and creatively through engaging activities 🎨🤸‍♂️

🧒 Ages: 3.5 – 4.5 years

📅 Spring 2026 sessions now open

⏰ 9:30 AM – 12 PM

🎒 Drop-off program (toilet trained required)
Spots are filling fast—don’t miss out! 🌈

You know them…caring, involved seniors who go out of their way to help others. Maybe they’re a helpful neighbour, or vol...
02/02/2026

You know them…caring, involved seniors who go out of their way to help others. Maybe they’re a helpful neighbour, or volunteer with an organization you’re connected with. Show your appreciation by nominating them to be Kitchener's Senior of the Year by Mar. 31st www.kitchener.ca/senioroftheyear

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150 Pioneer Drive
Kitchener, ON
N2P2C2

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+15197412641

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