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100th anniversary of the RCAF - Branch 121
April 1st, 2024
Auclair 121 all decked out in blue to celebrate 100th anniversary of the RCAF 🎉
Donation to “SOLDIER ON” - Branch 121
March 26, 2024
President Laura Derry and Poppy Campaign Chairperson Cathy Prosser present a cheque in the amount of $2,250.00 to “SOLDIER ON” Regional Coordinator Martin Dubé.
Flag to half mast when required - Branch 004
March 24, 2024
Although Branch 004 Verdun is without building, one of their Ordinary Members lowers his Flag to half mast when required, as with the passing of Comrade Greenlees.
Remembering Afghanistan - Branch 071
March 20, 2024
Our Legion Branch 071 in honour of the 10th anniversary of the Afghanistan Canadian soldiers returning home presented, during a small gathering to our Silver Cross Mother, Mrs. Monique Chevier, a picture of her son Private Alexandre Péloquin, who died in Afghanistan.
Fifty (50) year plaque on our wall - Branch 071
March 20, 2024
Our Legion, Branch 071 is around to add another 50-year plaque on our wall.
Donation of $500 to the Centre d’Action Bénévole de la Frontière in Lacolle and to the École Alberte Mélançon in Saint-Paul-de-L'Île-aux-Noix - Branch 011
March 16, 2024
For its entire existence, Branch 011 Lacolle and District of the Royal Canadian Legion located at 14 rue Laramée in Lacolle has distributed donations to community organizations in its region which includes the towns of Lacolle, St-Bernard de Lacolle, Napierville, St-Valentin, Saint-Paul-de-L 'Île-aux-Noix, St-George de Clarenville, Noyan, St-Michel and St-Isidore.
Annual Saint Patrick's Corned Beef and Cabbage supper - Branch 094
March 16, 2023
Branch 094 of the Royal Canadian Legion held its annual Saint Patrick's Corned Beef and Cabbage supper.
We remember Afghanistan - Branch 099
March 12, 2024
On March 12, 2024, the UN-NATO Association from Granby, joined with the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 099, Cowansville to remember the anniversary of the withdrawal of the Canadian forces in Afghanistan (2001-2014).
We will remember them
Chief of the Defence Staff Commendation - Branch 071
March 8, 2024
On March 8, 2024, Captain Stephanie Clubine a member of Branch 071, was awarded a Chief of the Defence Staff Commendation for her work in ensuring the well-being and successful integration of lactating members from the Canadian Armed Forces returning to work.
Donation to the Veterans Transition Network (VTN) - Branch 266
March 8, 2024
Friday, March 8, 2024, on the occasion of Women's Day, Branch 266 Pierre-Boucher, presented to the Veterans Transition Network (VTN) a donation of $1,000 to support the VTN programs offered to all veterans and veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police in Quebec.
Donation to Chambly 2793 Cadets Corps - Branch 121
February 24, 2024
During the Chambly 2793 Cadet Corps regimental dinner, representatives of Auclair Branch 121 presented a donation of $1,000.00 to the captain and the president of the support committee to help finance their activities.
SOS Ceremony - Branch 121
February 21, 2024
On February 21, a solemn ceremony to honour and remember the soldiers who bravely served but tragically took their own lives.
Legionnaire of the year - Branch 099
February 20, 2024
Congratulations to Comrade Pierre Bouthiette (centre) for being voted Legionnaire of the year in honour of his volunteerism.
Local Cribbage Action - Branch 242
February 18, 2024
The Second 2024 Sunday Cribbage was held recently at North Hatley Legion.
For this last winter fun tournament, 46 players came in spite of a snowyforecast.
Donation to five Elementary schools - Branch 099
February 5, 2024
The Royal Canadian Legion Cowansville presented each of the 5 Elementary schools with a cheque for $1,000.00 to support their breakfast activity.
Donation to the Hawkesbury and District General Hospital (HGH) Foundation - Branch 115
January 20, 2024
On Saturday, January 20th at the Hudson Legion Branch 115 a donation to the amount of $2,000.00 was made to the Hawkesbury and District Hospital Foundation.
Donation to the Greenfield Park Christmas Basket Association - Branch 094
December 19, 2023
Presentation of $1,500.00 to Mr. Andy Walter, President of the Greenfield Park Christmas Basket Association from Branch 094. Greenfield Park.
Christmas lunch for Veterans - Branch 121
December 18, 2023
President Laura Derry held a Christmas lunch for Auclair 121 Veterans.
Donation to Kurling for Kids - Branch 121
December 18, 2023
President Laura Derry presents a cheque for $25,000 to Tom Langton for Kurling for Kids.
Donation from the Ladies Auxiliaries - Branch 094
November 26, 2023
Branch 094, Greenfield Park, received a donation from the Ladies Auxiliary in the amount of $10,500.00.
The 2023 Poppy Campaign - Branch 188
November 19, 2023
Thanks to all who have participated and donated to this campaign!
Remembrance Ceremony in Greenfield Park - Branch 094
November 11, 2023
Branch 094 of the Royal Canadian Legion, held its Remembrance Ceremony on November 5th at the cenotaph in front of City Hall.
Unprecedented Dual Parades on Remembrance Day - Branch 121
November 11, 2023
Royal Canadian Legion, Auclair, Branch 121 Honours Veterans with Unprecedented Dual Parades on Remembrance Day.
Remembrance Day 2023 - Branch 188
November 11, 2023
Branch 188 of Rouyn-Noranda of the Canadian Legion held the Day of Remembrance ceremony at the Rouyn-Noranda Cenotaph, with the much-appreciated collaboration of the 34th Combat Engineer Regiment Rouyn Detachment, the 636 AIGLE Air Cadet Squadron and the ROUANDA 72 Marine Cadet Squadron.
Donation to the CC4 Cadets Lachute - Branch 071
November 6, 2021
Branch 071 made to the CC4 Cadets Lachute a donation to the amount of $500.00.
Ceremony at the white crosses and Vassan cemetery by members of the Royal Canadian Legion - Branch 076
October 22, 2023
This ceremony took place at the three local cemeteries where our veterans were laid to rest.
Presentation of the Meritorious Service Medal (MSM) - Branch 251
October 15, 2023
This is the highest award that can be granted to, Ordinary, Associate or Affiliate Voting Members of the Royal Canadian Legion.
Bringing camaraderie to the table - Branch 121
September 23, 2023
In a poignant ceremony on September 23, President Laura Derry graciously accepted a revered token on behalf of friends and former members of B Squadron of the Royal Canadian Hussars.
Donation of a bursary - Branch 185
September 19, 2023
On Tuesday, September 19, 2023, at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 185 of St-Eustache / Deux-Montagnes, during a general meeting, a bursary of $1000.00 was awarded to the recipient Emma Zama.
UN Peacekeeping Ceremony - Branch 244
August 7, 2023
On August 7, 2023, Branch 244 held their annual UN Peacekeeping Ceremony at the Cenotaph.
Annual VE Day ceremony - Branch 244
May 8, 2023
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Branch 244 held their annual VE Day ceremony on May 8, 2023 at the Cenotaph.
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