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August 2023 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! 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! Recruit your friends  ‣ 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! 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. (Photo: Matt Betts/CambridgeToday) 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. Read the article  ‣ 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. 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. Sign up for MemberPerks® today. It’s free with your Legion membership. Learn more  ‣ Partner promotions The following is brought to you by our partners, highlighting special offers and other information. 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. Received this from a friend? Never miss an issue: Join the Legion today > Update your membership profile with your email address. Login to the Member Services Website. Working together to serve Canada’s Veterans. Click here if you are having trouble viewing this message Copyright © 2023 The Royal Canadian Legion. All rights reserved. Administrative emails from Legion National Headquarters are sent to the email address on file for your local Legion Branch. If this is no longer the correct email address for your Branch, please forward this email to the new contact and request the Branch update their contact information. The Branch may update the email address at any time by updating their Branch Profile on the Member Services Website or by contacting Member Services. Learn more about All Branch emails. Our contact information is: The Royal Canadian Legion National Headquarters Member Services Department 86 Aird Place Ottawa, ON K2L 0A1 Canada Toll free: 855‑330‑3344 E-mail: membership@legion.ca

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See how members like you are supporting Canada’s Veterans 

June 2023 Volunteers keep the Legion moving forward At the Legion, we can’t help but be constantly amazed at the passion and dedication our members have for supporting Canada’s Veterans. From independently raising awareness of Legion initiatives to participating in decades‑old traditions that support our communities, Legion volunteers keep us in awe of their commitment. See what your fellow Legion members are doing to support Veterans’ initiatives across Canada and visit your local Branch to see how you can join in! A 907 km trek to support homeless Veterans In case you missed it, the Legion shared a new video showcasing the outstanding dedication of Legion civilian member Lino Di Julio as he teamed up with Veterans Dave Ward and Joey DiMauro to support homeless Veterans. The men undertook a 907 km ruck along Ontario’s Bruce Trail to foster awareness and raise funds for the Legion’s Operation: Leave the Streets Behind homeless Veteran program (Ontario division). Read more  ‣ | Watch the video  ‣ Know a Legion Branch or Member that’s making a difference for Veterans in your community? Send us your story at marketing@legion.ca. This Canada Day, remember the sacrifices of the Newfoundland Regiment For many, Canada Day is a day of celebration. However, in Newfoundland and Labrador, it is a solemn day of remembrance. On July 1, 1916, 22 officers and 758 other ranks of the Royal Newfoundland Regiment were directly involved in a frontal attack near the village of Beaumont‑Hamel, France during the First World War. Of these, all the officers and 658 other ranks became casualties. Less than 68 soldiers were available for roll call the next day. Learn more about the Battle of Beaumont‑Hamel, and take a moment on July 1st to honour, thank and remember the sacrifices of the men of the Newfoundland Regiment. Fighting for gender equality in Veteran disability claims The Legion’s national Director of Veterans Services, Carolyn Hughes, shared concerns with the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Veterans Affairs about systemic biases in Veterans Affairs Canada’s decisions on female disability claims. Read more  ‣ Legion National Youth Track and Field Championships Through the efforts of thousands of Legion volunteers, The Royal Canadian Legion has been organizing and coordinating the Legion National Youth Track and Field Championships for 44 years in support of Canadian youth and our communities. The world-class competition grew from Legionnaires’ support and promotion of youth sports as a healthy activity to help children whose fathers or mothers were serving abroad or had served in the Canadian Armed Forces. Today, the Legion Nationals has become the only premiere nationwide competition for U16 and U18 athletes. Learn more about Legion Nationals and help cheer on the athletes this August! Read more  ‣ Support Veterans while enjoying your love of motorcycling Anyone who rides knows that motorcycling is more than just a means of transportation – it’s a way of life. The Royal Canadian Legion is proud to have its very own Legion Riders, offering members a great opportunity to support their community while enjoying their love of motorcycling. The Legion Riders are a member-driven initiative that help generate awareness of the Legion, strengthen support for Veterans, and engage Canadians in community service and fundraising. Support Veterans while enjoying your love of motorcycling. Log in to Member Services to learn more and register as a Legion Rider. Supporting a sustainable Poppy campaign Legion National Executive Director Steven Clark was pleased to receive delivery of our new e-bike from Ottawa-based Teslica E‑bikes. As part of a pilot project to become even more environmentally friendly after the introduction of our new biodegradable Poppies and wreaths last year, this bike will help deliver Poppies in the fall. Plus, Legion members can save 10% off the lowest advertised price and receive free shipping in Canada on a new Teslica e‑bike and accessories as part of our Members Benefits Partner program! Use your discount code at checkout: TESLICARCL10 Check out the bikes  ‣ Run for a cause! Legion members receive 20% off Canada Army Run registrations Run, walk or wheel in support of all who serve, and join in the spirit of camaraderie and community. As a proud sponsor of the Canada Army Run, and in partnership with Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services, Legion members can save 20% on their race registrations! ARMY RUN CODES LEGIONRUNS – 20% off Legion Discount Code Register  ‣ Learn more  ‣ Are you looking for information on your membership? Legion Members have a new online space to find information about managing their membership, how they can get more involved with their Branch, information on their member benefits and more. Check out the new member page for information on your membership! Your membership can help you save 32,800 Legions members have saved a combined total of over $1.3 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. Sign up for MemberPerks® today. It’s free with your Legion membership. Learn more  ‣ Partner promotions The following is brought to you by our partners, highlighting special offers and other information. Special offer from Mark’s Received this from a friend? 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June 2023 A 907 km trek for homeless Veterans The Legion’s National Headquarters is proud to release A Ruck to Remember, a video story highlighting the extensive hiking and fundraising journey taken by Legion civilian member and Ruck to Remember founder Lino DiJulio and Veterans Dave Ward and Joey DiMauro in support of the Legion’s Operation: Leave the Streets Behind program. To date, Ruck to Remember has raised almost $800,000 in support of homeless Veterans. Their inspiring journey is proof that anyone – whether they are a civilian or Veteran – can make a difference for Canada’s military community. There are many ways, big and small, for all members to get involved at their Branch and work together to support Veterans. Read more Share the video Received this from a friend? Never miss an issue: Join the Legion today > Update your membership profile with your email address. Login to the Member Services Website. Working together to serve Canada’s Veterans. Click here if you are having trouble viewing this message Copyright © 2023 The Royal Canadian Legion. All rights reserved. As a member of The Royal Canadian Legion, you receive emails from Legion National Headquarters for the purposes of managing your Legion membership. Members may manage their email preferences below. You may withdraw your consent to receive administrative emails from The Royal Canadian Legion National Headquarters by contacting the Member Services Department. The Royal Canadian Legion may be unable to process your membership without your consent to receive administrative emails. To update your member contact information please login to the Member Services Website, or contact the Member Services Department. Our contact information is: The Royal Canadian Legion National Headquarters Member Services Department 86 Aird Place Ottawa, ON K2L 0A1 Canada Toll free: 855-330-3344 Email: membership@legion.ca www.legion.ca

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Discover the 907 km journey supporting Leave the Streets Behind 

June 2023 Share the story of a 907 km trek for Veterans The Legion’s National Headquarters is proud to release A Ruck to Remember, a video story highlighting the extensive hiking and fundraising journey taken by three men in support of the Legion’s Operation: Leave the Streets Behind program – the Ontario division. Ruck to Remember founder Lino DiJulio speaks about the help available to Veterans at local Legion Branches, and the importance of getting involved with your local Legion. “There are a lot of well-meaning people in these Branches who have a huge heart for Veterans; they cannot help a generation of people they do not have access to. If you want the Legion to help you, they want to help you, but you’ve got to engage, you’ve got to be present.” We encourage all Branches to share this video with your members and the public. Read more Share the video Special thanks to Ontario Command and the Owen Sound Branch for their great assistance and participation in the production of the story. If you have any questions, please contact Member Services and we will be pleased to assist. 1-855-330-3344 or membership@legion.ca Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. EST Working together to serve Canada’s Veterans. Click here if you are having trouble viewing this message Copyright © 2023 The Royal Canadian Legion. All rights reserved. Administrative emails from Legion National Headquarters are sent to the email address on file for your local Legion Branch. If this is no longer the correct email address for your Branch, please forward this email to the new contact and request the Branch update their contact information. The Branch may update the email address at any time by updating their Branch Profile on the Member Services Website or by contacting Member Services. Learn more about All Branch emails. Our contact information is: The Royal Canadian Legion National Headquarters Member Services Department 86 Aird Place Ottawa, ON K2L 0A1 Canada Toll free: 855‑330‑3344 E-mail: membership@legion.ca

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