Royal Canadian Legion
CANADA'S LARGEST VETERANS ORGANIZATION Legion is the largest of the many veterans Organizations in Canada with over 358,000 members.
Member categories—Ordinary, Associate, Affiliate; open to all Canadian citizens and Commonwealth subjects; app. 40,000 members of Ladies Auxiliary; "Military Member-At-Large category for serving members of the CF. Legion is non-profit, dues-supported, no financial assistance from any outside agency
Since inception in 1926, Legion strives to secure adequate pensions and benefits for veterans and their dependants, dealing directly with Federal Government
Major responsibility for the perpetuation of "REMEMBRANCE" in Canada through the Annual Poppy Campaign reminding Canadians of the 117,000 men and women who gave their lives in the wars and military missions around the world Poppy funds collected are used for assistance to veterans, ex-service members and their families who are in need
Legion supports programs for seniors, community, housing, Long Term Care, youth, education, sports, Cadets, Guides and Scouts
Royal Canadian Legion-Branch 245
575 Rue Jean-Marie-Landry
Dorval, Quebec
(514) 631-5786
We thank Branch #245 for their 13 years of service in helping patients in need of cancer care in their community.
