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| Volunteers help the Legion succeed |
| We can’t say it often enough: the Legion’s volunteers are the heart of our organization. Our members, along with countless student volunteers, Veterans and members of the community looking to give back, help our Branches run, organize important community events and, most importantly, allow us to do the most we can to support and honour Canada’s Veterans. |
| With the first annual National Legion Week coming up next month, there are sure to be plenty of exciting new ways you can get involved. Visit your local Legion Branch today to find out more! |
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| Welcome your friends and family to the Legion for half price! |
| There’s still time to come out and join your local Legion Branch for some fun summer activities! Come get involved and support Veterans, their families and your community. |
| New members can join for half price for the remainder of the year. Encourage your family and friends to join, help support Veterans and have fun! |
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| Strengthening the next generation of leaders |
| Earlier this month, more than 250 Legionnaires and community volunteers helped bring The Royal Canadian Legion National Youth Track and Field Championships to Sherbrooke, Quebec! Over 900 young Canadian athletes competed for medals in Canada’s only track and field championships for the under-16 and under-18 categories. Through our commitment to supporting youth leadership and sports, the Legion is helping strengthen the next generation of leaders. |
| This year, we were honoured to have Invictus gold medalist and retired military Veteran Michael Trauner as the first-ever Games Ambassador. Mike lost both his legs and endured related injuries while serving in Afghanistan, but used the power of sport to change his life. As Games Ambassador, Mike is now inspiring a generation of young athletes to pursue their dreams. |
| Congratulations to all of the athletes taking home a medal! And everyone who participated in Legion Nationals, we hope you are bringing home memories to last a lifetime! |
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| Amherst, NS Branch honours Veterans who served in Afghanistan |
| Legion Branch 10 in Amherst, NS will be displaying a reproduction of “Portraits of Honour” at their Branch during Legion Week from September 21–24, 2023. |
| “Portraits of Honour” is an oil painting on canvas that stretches 40ft wide and 10ft high, and features the 158 Canadian Soldiers, Sailors, and Aircrew who lost their lives in Afghanistan. Branch member Terri will be visiting local high schools to educate students on this beautiful painting. On the Saturday, the Branch will unveil a new Afghanistan War Memorial, a project proudly led by the Branch. |
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| Galt Legion’s student volunteer program offers way to give back |
| The Galt Legion is giving back to its community and educating younger generations on the importance of honouring the service of Veterans by offering volunteer opportunities to high school students that fulfil their community service hours. |
| “By educating the kids it teaches them to be a part of the community. I hope they take away a sense of responsibility and pride,” says Galt Legion President Yvonne Power. |
| In addition to learning about the importance of the Legion, Remembrance and giving back to the community, the youth volunteers help the Branch by cutting grass, washing dishes and assisting with events. |
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| Thank a Legion volunteer today |
| We’d like to take a moment to say a heartfelt thank you to all of our Legion volunteers! Every member and volunteer is part of a national network that believes in supporting Canada’s Veterans and their families and strengthening their communities. |
| We love receiving stories about the wonderful volunteers in our Legion community, and that’s where you come in! Do you know a Legion Branch or volunteer that’s been making a difference in your community? Send us their story and a photo at marketing@legion.ca |
| We have some incredible Legion volunteers who have already been recognized by their communities! Read some of their stories here. |
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| Your membership can help you save |
| 34,600 Legions members have saved a combined total of over 1.5 Million in savings through our MemberPerks program! |
| Check out this latest offer, and many more! With MemberPerks®, you can shop online or in-store at local and national stores and service providers and save $1000s every year. It’s a great way to support the Legion, local businesses, and your wallet. |
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| Sign up for MemberPerks® today. It’s free with your Legion membership. |
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| Partner promotions |
| The following is brought to you by our partners, highlighting special offers and other information. |
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| Helmets to Hardhats (H2H) supports the Canadian military community in finding meaningful second careers in the skilled trades. Helmets to Hardhats works with Veterans, reservists, cadets, military family members and Afghan interpreters. H2H believes that because of the dedicated service of our Veterans, it is now our responsibility to support them as they find well-paying second careers in the unionized construction industry. |
| Helmets to Hardhats works with Canada’s 14 international unions that represent 60+ different trades, construction employers and industry partners by referring Veterans to available opportunities in the trades and potential management opportunities with employers and industry partners. |
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