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About Michael K. Barbour

Michael K. Barbour is the Director of Faculty Development and a Professor of Instructional Design for the College of Education and Health Sciences at Touro University California. He has been involved with K-12 online learning in a variety of countries for well over a decade as a researcher, teacher, course designer and administrator. Michael's research focuses on the effective design, delivery and support of K-12 online learning, particularly for students located in rural jurisdictions.

The Victoria Cross recipient behind Toronto’s Barron Road

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An item from the Legion Magazine.
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Submarines: Canada’s underwater prospects foundering

STORY BY STEPHEN J. THORNE

There has been little progress on replacing Canada’s aging fleet of navy submarines, only one of which has been to sea in several years, according to statistics provided to Legion Magazine by the Department of National Defence.

While talk of nuclear replacements has been just that—talk—only one of the country’s four Victoria-class subs, HMCS Windsor, has hit the water since 2021, logging 43 days in 2022 and 14 in 2023.

The navy has acknowledged it’s short of sailors. It says it takes 503 submariners to run the fleet. It acquired 140 between 2019 and 2022 and only half had completed basic qualifications by October 2023.

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The Victoria Cross recipient behind Toronto’s Barron Road

STORY BY PAIGE JASMINE GILMAR

Driving along Barron Road in a cozy suburban corner of Toronto, the surrounding landmarks— brick homes, gas stations and a Jehovah’s Witness hall—don’t hold any particularly unique quality. What many may not know about this quaint, little roadway, however, is the veteran its named for.

At just 24 years old, Colin Fraser Barron was awarded the Victoria Cross, along with many other honours, for his quick thinking during the Battle of Passchendaele on Nov. 6, 1917. One of the few Canadian VC recipients to also attend Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation, Barron’s actions were integral for allowing the 1st Canadian Division to advance to Ypres, Belgium during the First World War.

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Veterans Day at the Presidio Chapel – In Person & Livestream Link

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If you aren’t able to join us in Petaluma, or at taking in our Remembrance Day Service through the streaming option, this event might also be of interest.

Interfaith Center at the Presidio

Unleashing the Power of

Interreligious Cooperation

Veterans Day Interfaith Service

Please join us

on Saturday, November 11, 2023 at 9:00 am

Presidio Chapel

130 Fisher Loop, San Francisco

Keynote Address by Mr. Michael Blecker

Executive Director, Swords to Plowshares

If you are not able to join us in person, the service will be livestreamed: : https://www.youtube.com/live/ciCdrwjLDXU?si=P15RzIwG2DSe_jX2

Please RSVP to: presidiointerfaith@gmail.com

Interfaith Center at the Presidio

Presidio Chapel

130 Fisher Loop, P.O. Box 29055, San Francisco, CA 94129

415-561-3930 (office); 415-515-5681 (cell)

www.interfaithpresidio.org * Email: presidiointerfaith@gmail.com

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An item that may be of interest to our members from Dominion Command.

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3 Days Left to Get your Digital Poppy
Dear Michael,
Not to worry, there is still time.
There are three days left for you to join thousands of Canadians in Remembering the Fallen and honour those who have made the ultimate sacrifice with a Digital Poppy.
The Digital Poppy campaign is an important initiative of the Legion National Foundation that takes place each year with the assistance from The Royal Canadian Legion. During the Remembrance period, the Digital Poppy unites thousands of Canadians to make a real impact in the lives of Veterans.

A Digital Poppy can be shared with friends and family on social channels, with colleagues and clients in signature blocks and other online spaces. Most importantly, Michael you can dedicate a commemoration for a loved one to ensure their memory lives on.

Secure yours today to stand with Veterans. You will receive an instant tax receipt for your generous donation.
For any questions, please contact Samantha Laprade, Director of Development at slaprade@lnfcanada.ca.

If you have already made your 2023 Digital Poppy, thank you!

David Flannigan
Chair
Legion National Foundation
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Il reste trois jours pour procurez votre coquelicot numérique
Michael,
Vous n’avez pas encore reçu votre coquelicot numérique 2023? Ne vous inquiétez pas, il reste encore du temps.

Il vous reste (3) jours pour vous joindre à des milliers de Canadiens et Canadiennes à se souvenir aux soldats tombés et honorer ceux qui ont fait le sacrifice ultime avec un coquelicot numérique.

La Campagne du coquelicot numérique est une importante initiative de la Fondation nationale Légion qui se déroule chaque année avec l’aide de La Légion royale canadienne. Pendant la période du Souvenir, le coquelicot numérique appelle des milliers de Canadiens et Canadiennes à la solidarité afin d’avoir un impact concret sur la vie d’anciens combattants.
Un coquelicot numérique peut être partagé sur les réseaux sociaux avec des amis et des membres de la famille, et avec des collègues et clients sur les blocs de signatures et d’autres espaces en ligne. Plus important encore,, vous pouvez dédier votre coquelicot en hommage à un être cher et veiller ainsi à ce que son souvenir soit perpétué.
Créez le vôtre dès aujourd’hui et appuyez les anciens combattants. Vous recevrez aussitôt un reçu aux fins de l’impôt pour votre généreux don.
Pour toutes questions, SVP contacter Mme Samantha Laprade, Directrice du Développement à slaprade@lnfcanada.ca.
Si vous avez créé votre coquelicot numérique, merci!

David Flannigan
Président
Fondation Nationale Légion
COQUELICOT NUMÉRIQUE
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CHIP Hypothèque inversée de la Banque HomeEquity est le fier Commanditaire Principal de la campagne du Coquelicot numérique.
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Wreaths Across America: CAPNSF – San Francisco National Cemetery at the Presidio of San Francisco

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Note this notice about an upcoming event for our cadets and our branch next month.

Wreaths Across America

Thank You

Thank you for Sponsoring Wreaths and Volunteering for National Wreaths Across America Day. I am this year’s Location Coordinator for CAPNSF – San Francisco National Cemetery at the Presidio of San Francisco, and I am writing with information about our ceremony scheduled for December 16, 2023 (Wreath Placement Immediately Following Ceremony).

We are 40 days away from our event and we are thrilled to share that along with The American Legion Salesian Post 599, we will be hosting National Wreaths Across America Day at San Francisco National Cemetery this year. Please join us December 16th, 2023 at 11:00 am as we come together to remember our fallen heroes, honor those who serve, and teach the value of freedom.

This year’s event promises to be truly special, and we invite you to be apart of it. Following the wreath-laying ceremony, we will be hosting a reception with refreshments, providing an opportunity for meaningful connections and reflection. Let us unite in paying tribute to our brave veterans and their sacrifices. Together, we can make a difference and ensure their memory lives on.

Thank you so very much for supporting CAPNSF – San Francisco National Cemetery at the Presidio of San Francisco. Please click More Information for more about our mission to Remember, Honor, and Teach.

Prince Jordan & Hanley Chan
Location Coordinators
CAPNSF – San Francisco National Cemetery at the Presidio of San Francisco