Elliot Lake announces a new Director of Recreation and Culture

Karilynn (Kari) Kluke is returning to her home town as the new Director of Recreation and Culture in Elliot Lake, ON.

"I was born and raised in Elliot Lake and my first job with the city was as a lifeguard at the pool and beach," she explained.  

"I was also part of the recreation summer students when I was in post secondary. I went Thunder Bay (Lakehead University) for four years and to St. Catharines (Brock University) for two years after that."

"I'm excited to be bringing my skills and past experience that I've been accumulating in recreation, whether that's on the management side," she said. "I'm hoping to just work with the team here to continue to expand and grow the recreation and culture assets and programs."

The largely seniors demographic in Elliot Lake is gradually changing with efforts at city hall to attract and support the recreational needs of people of all ages.

"I think it's important to be well-rounded and offer all programs for everyone in the community," continued Kluke.

"The world is changing every day with the pandemic and we have to see what we can offer for recreation and just being able to adjust and adapt so we can still offer services for all people.

"I've been living in northern Ontario for two years but a little different than Elliot Lake and I'm excited to get back," Kluke continued.

Credit:  ElliotLakeToday.com