Legion news

Read the latest news releases and articles from Dominion Command of The Royal Canadian Legion.

 

  • Legion urges Canadians to watch from home: National Remembrance Day Ceremony to be broadcast live

    Nov 9, 2020
    With Remembrance Day fast approaching, The Royal Canadian Legion is reminding Canadians that the best way to pay tribute to our fallen this year, is at home. For the first time ever, people are asked not to attend ceremonies in person.

  • A Remembrance Day ceremony like no other

    Nov 2, 2020
    A longstanding tradition that completes the National Remembrance Day Ceremony in Ottawa is the standard march past, paying homage to Canada’s Veterans. With the cancellation of the 2020 march due to the pandemic, the traditional tribute will be made instead with a special edition of the symbolic fly-past.

  • The Royal Canadian Legion announces 2020-2021 National Silver Cross Mother

    Nov 1, 2020
    The Royal Canadian Legion is proud to present this year’s National Silver Cross Mother, Mrs. Deborah Sullivan of Summerville, New Brunswick. She will represent Silver Cross Mothers across Canada until the end of October, 2021.

  • The Royal Canadian Legion launches 2020 National Poppy Campaign

    Oct 30, 2020
    A pilot project to introduce new touchless donation boxes, and the lighting of iconic landmarks in Canada are innovations marking the launch of The Royal Canadian Legion National Poppy Campaign this year. Millions of poppies will be distributed in familiar and new locations across Canada.

  • Royal Canadian Legion and HSBC Bank Canada “Pay Tribute” to Nation’s Heroes

    Oct 21, 2020
    This year, the Royal Canadian Legion has partnered with HSBC Bank Canada to make it safe, secure, and easier than ever to donate and wear a poppy with touchless HSBC “Pay Tribute” tap-enabled donation boxes.

  • First Poppy presented to Canada’s Governor General

    Oct 16, 2020
    Royal Canadian Legion Dominion President, Thomas D. Irvine, CD, presented the symbolic First Poppy to Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada. As a result of these unprecedented times, the First Poppy was presented virtually.

  • Purchase a wreath and be part of the National Remembrance Day Ceremony in Ottawa

    Oct 1, 2020
    This year, The Royal Canadian Legion is giving the public the opportunity to purchase a wreath for the Remembrance Day Ceremony at the National War Memorial. Proceeds go towards the Poppy Fund in support of Veterans and their families.

  • 2020 National Poppy Campaign to launch soon

    Sep 28, 2020
    The Royal Canadian Legion’s 2020 National Poppy Campaign will begin on October 30th this year, following the tradition of launching it on the last Friday in October. Several changes will be implemented both in response to the global pandemic, and to continue modernizing the ways in which donors can support the campaign.

  • A new offering from Operation VetBuild

    Sep 2, 2020
    The Royal Canadian Legion's Operation VetBuild has recently expanded to include TableTop gaming. This program creates a supportive environment for Veterans, helping them transition to civilian life.

  • Where’s the action?

    Sep 2, 2020
    During this time of financial distress, the federal government quickly announced help for many sectors, but the Legion’s essential work was forgotten. Now after months of waiting, we need an assistance program to be expedited immediately.