The Greely Lions held a Dinner and Dance on Saturday 6 May 2017 as a Tribute to Dr. Donald Merrett and his contributions to the region over the years, especially the Osgoode Care Centre and its residents. Funds from the dinner and the auctions that followed the dinner will be used to support the Greely Lions activities in the community. The Lions wish to thank all of those who participated in the event and the sponsors:
| A Friend of the Greely Lions | Sue Stacey | |
| Susan McKeown | Mary Lynne and Doug Thompson | |
| Chilvers Bed & Breakfast (Manotick) | Lyle Slater | |
| Russell Lions Club | Party City | |
| CIBC Manotick | Metcalfe Fare | |
| Allan Johnston Sales and Repairs | Allure (Manotick) | |
| Imagine Us (Manotick) | Metcalfe Pharmacy & Staff | |
| Leo Noiles | Daley Family Funeral Home | |
| Vera Mitchell | Nicholson Automotive | |
| AMBUSH | James Auction Service | |
| Pat Monforton - Mary Kay Cosmetics | Melody Tomka | |
| Dr. Gabriel Slowey | ||
