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Comments from 1849 Army Cadets Mess Dinner before Christmas:
We ended off our year with a Mess Dinner where Legion President Barry Kimber and Army Cadet League Rep Major Gillian Federico (Ret'd) were the joint guests-of-honour. During this Mess Dinner, President Kimber presented our Corps with a very generous donation cheque. Given the unprecedented difficulties we've all faced over the last year and a half, this donation held a greater significance than its monetary value. It served as a reminder of the depth of the relationship we have with the Legion. We could not ask for a truer friend or a more staunch supporter of our cadets, and we are profoundly grateful for it.
Hello! Hang in there everyone.
Just a gentle reminder that the Orangeville Legion has confidential, knowledgeable volunteers to assist our Veterans. Anyone who has served, or is serving, Canadian or Allied Veterans, and requires help of any kind is encouraged to reach out and call the Legion and leave a message: 519-942-4895, or email the Orangeville Legion at: rcl233@rogers.com
The Shelburne Legion has a veterans meeting for coffee and chitchat every second Wednesday (next is December 22nd) at 10:00 a.m. You can just show up or contact Linda Bowman via email at t325wbs@sympatico.ca
(note, the bus is $4.50 for seniors each way)
Please use the link below to see 3 videos on YouTube from the Bravery Park Opening Ceremonies.
We are reaching out to our community for help. Many of you have enjoyed a meal, played bingo or attended one of our many other events. There have been many members over the years, perhaps even your parent or grandparent were a member. Almost everyone has fond memories of our Orangeville Legion which was founded back in 1935.
The legion supports our military veterans and their families. In our community our legion also donates to many charities including the food bank, hospital and gives support to seniors and youth in our town. Our legion is a nonprofit organization which is run by volunteers. You don't have to have been a veteran to be a member, just have a desire to help us keep the Remembrance and help the community.
Due to having to close our branch back on March 16th because of Covid-19 our financial loss has been severe, as our branch’s income comes from renting our hall, as well as food and bar sales. Our president, Barry Kimber, put in an insurance claim for loss of income due to the outbreak, but we were denied as were all other legions in Ontario. Our branch was counting on receiving money from our insurance company, but since the claims were denied, we are asking for your help. Some legion branches will not survive this.
Please make a donation to our Orangeville Legion, Branch 233 to help us to be able to continue making more great memories for the people of Orangeville. Please remember every little bit helps, all small donations do add up, and we appreciate any help you can give. Thank you
If you prefer to donate by cheque please contact the legion. Thank you for your support!!!!
Please browse through the various sections of our website to learn more about our organization, our branch, its mission, and its part in our community that reaches far beyond Remembrance Day.
Founded in 1925, the Royal Canadian Legion is Canada’s largest Veteran support and community service organization. We are a non-profit organization with a national reach across Canada as well as branches in the U.S., Europe and Mexico. With more than 275,000 members, many of whom volunteer an extraordinary amount of time to their branches, our strength is in our numbers and in our efforts.
There is no requirement now to have a family link to a veteran in order to become a member of the Royal Canadian Legion. Although our main focus continues to be care of Veterans, their dependents, and those still serving in the Canadian Forces, Legions throughout Ontario contribute to the well-being of our communities by sponsoring numerous community programs. Click on our links to learn even more!
THE ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION - MISSION AND VISION
"To serve veterans, which includes serving military and RCMP members, and their families, to promote Remembrance and to serve our Communities and our Country."
Our Vision Statement serves as a long-term and aspirational goal for the organization:
"Our vision is to be the most highly respected Veteran and Community Service organization."
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Email: rcl233@rogers.com