Peter Handley roast

The Honorary Colonels’ inaugural “Fundraising Roast” has been moved to September 21 at the Davedi Club.

It was originally scheduled for May 26, but officials say they decided to the move the event to a less-busy time to minimize competition with other events.

The initial honouree to be roasted will be Peter Handley, who is best known for his involvement in local media, is founding member of the North Bay Sports Hall of Fame and spent nine years as a city councilor.

The list of speakers for the evening includes Bob Wood, Garth Goodhew, Jan Perfect, Brent Pigott, Bill Jacko, Mayor Al McDonald and the event master of ceremonies will be Dave Saad.

The Honorary Colonels raise funds in support of Armed Forces Day, Support the Troops hockey with the Battalion and Nipissing Lakers, Patriot Day Golf, Operation Legacy at Canadore College, Coach 4 Food and the Military Family Resource Center.