2026 National Convention
The highlights of Kinvention weekend this year will be:
Wednesday, August 12th Evening
Come together with Kin from across Canada on Wednesday evening to enjoy Opening Ceremonies and supper together at Temple Gardens Centre. You're then invited to join the Hospitality Suite fun back at the hotel.
Thursday, August 13th
We'll give back to our host community on Thursday with fun Service projects across the city. Later, you'll hear engaging speeches from our National Public Speaking Competition finalists. In the evening, you're invited to attend a legendary Kin party hosted in a municipal airport hangar!
Friday, August 14th
Friday kicks off with our high-vibe First Timers Welcome, followed by an educational morning with Kin idea-sharing opportunities. Fellow members will also be recognized for their Excellence during our Awards Luncheon. Later, at the Service Gala, we'll celebrate Kin's Impact and unveil our "big cheque" with service totals for 2025/26. A roaring 20s-themed costume party then awaits you at the Ross Wells Ball Park, where you'll enjoy live music and dancing.
Saturday, August 15th
Engage in the business of our Association at our Annual General Meeting on Saturday. Here, Accredited Delegates will elect your next National Directors and National Vice President. In the evening, we'll dress our best and celebrate our 2025/26 Kin year together at the President's Gala. We'll close out Kinvention 2026 with a Hospitality Suite hosted by your 2027 Kinvention Host Committee - the Kin Club of Conception Bay South! We're going to St. John's, Newfoundland in 2027!
Host Hotel & Other Local Hotels Offering Kin Discounts
Our Host Hotel for 2026 Kinvention is the Temple Gardens Hotel & Spa*. It offers fine dining, world-renowned geothermal mineral pools, and direct indoor access to Casino Moose Jaw - all located in the heart of Moose Jaw, SK!
TGHS is located only a five-minute walk from our convention venue, the Temple Gardens Centre, where meetings and most meals will take place.
*** When booking, please call the hotel at 1-800-718-7727. Be sure to mention you are with the "Moose Jaw Kinsmen block" to unlock your Kin discount. ***
Discounts are available until July 1, 2026.
Parking fees at TGHS are $5 per night.
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Other Local Hotels With Kin Discounts 
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Two other hotels in Moose Jaw offer Kin members a discount when you call and mention you're with the "Kinsmen Club of Moose Jaw block".
Comfort Inn & Suites (8 min drive from Convention Centre)
155 Thatcher Drive W., Moose Jaw, SK S6J 1M1
(306) 692-2100
(306) 693-6266
$145 per night
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Moose Jaw (10 min drive)
195 Diefenbaker Dr, Moose Jaw SK S6J 0C1
$189.99 per night
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Grant Hall (3 min drive, 10 min walk)
401 Main St N, Moose Jaw, SK S6H 0W5
306-691-2113
$170 per night
Note: there will be a shuttle available at certain times to take Kin to and from these hotels, as they are not within easy walking distance to the Convention Centre.
Some fellow Kinvention attendees staying at these hotels will also likely be able to offer rideshare opportunities throughout the weekend.
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Fun Things to Do in Moose Jaw
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No matter what interests you, Moose Jaw has something fun for everyone! Visit Tourism Moose Jaw for trip planning inspiration.
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Famous for its prohibition-era smuggling tunnels linked to Al Capone and iconic landmarks like Mac the Moose, Moose Jaw is also home to the Royal Canadian Air Force and the world-renowned Snowbirds, creating a truly unforgettable destination experience.
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Arrive early and stay late to make a vacation out of your Kinvention experience. You're sure to bump into fellow Kin all over the city while you explore before or after Kinvention!
Supporting local businesses in our host community won't be hard either - there are lots of great places to shop and dine in Moose Jaw.
Moose Jaw Kinsmen Club
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Meet your host club: Moose Jaw Kinsmen Club, a proud, community-driven service club and a two-time Group of the Year winner, recognized for its positive social and economic impact.
Known for major local contributions and an active community presence, the club has been busy planning fun off-site activities and social events for this year’s National Convention.
Check them out at: moosejawkinsmen.ca
A very special thank you goes out to your 2026 Kinvention Host Committee members: 

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Cory Olfson
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Alex Carlton
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Scott Paquin
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Al Proust
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Dave Stevenson
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Cody Sharpe (Chair)

These Kin members have been doing a great job making sure fellow Kin have an incredible time in their city for Kinvention 2026. Well done Moose Jaw Kinsmen!
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Want to stay in the loop?
If you haven't already, be sure to join the Kin Canada 2026 National Convention - Moose Jaw SK Facebook group!
www.ikin.ca is also a great resource for Kinvention updates.
We can't wait to see you soon!