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ALL MEMBERS BULLETIN
I know that members have been wondering about what is being done concerning Remembrance ceremonies.
The Poppy committee have been working hard at devolving plans that meet certain criteria.
Foremost is our commitment to present ceremonies that recognize and commend the service and the sacrifices of our veterans.
Secondly, we had to incorporate the directions and suggestions issued by Dominion and Provincial Command. Then we had to factor in the restrictions that we all face in this pandemic as regulated by the Provincial Government and the Wellington Dufferin Guelph Unit. Finally, we needed to get the cooperation to the various City Hall departments that have supported our ceremonies in the past.
Although we now have plans going forward I would caution everyone that these plans could easily be cancelled if they pose a health risk to the general population or if there a dramatic change in infection rates.
- October 30 Poppy Flag Raising Ceremony 12:00 hours In front of the Legion
- November 11 McCrea Garden Ceremony 09:00 hours
- November 11 Cenotaph Ceremony 10:40 hours
I know many of you have a strong commitment to Remembrance Day and the ceremonies that are apart of it.
I would ask you to seriously consider the risk of being exposed to infection before deciding to attend any ceremony.
All services are outside exposed to whatever November brings us .It is our expectation that anyone attending any ceremony will wear a mask and physically distance themselves from others
Other things you should know. Ceremonies have been simplified. Wreaths will be prepositioned before ceremony begins.
Rogers TV will be doing a live broadcast of the Cenotaph ceremony. Both sides of Woolwich Street in front of the Cenotaph will be blocked off to traffic by 10:30.
Canadians have been asked to sacrifice a lot in the fight to rid us of Covid 19. This may be another sacrifice for you, but we all want to be able to attend future Legion events and services when the pandemic is defeated.
Stay well
David Thompson
Branch 234 Poppy Chairma
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LEGION MASKS SOLD OUT we have ordered more but they wont be available until end of November.
we will post here when more are avilable.
HONOUR & REMEMBER
ALL VETERANS
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POPPY AND REMEMBRANCE INFORMATION 2020
SEE POPPY & REMEMBRANCE SECTION FOR INFORMATION.
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PLEASE WEAR YOUR MASK AND USE OUR HAND SANITIZER
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FOR SALE AT THE BAR
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meats pies $5.50
cabbage rolls pack of 3 $5.00
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GUELPH LEGION
FRIDAY LUNCH SPECIALS
Served 11.30 am to 1.30pm
FRIDAY FOOD MENUS - $7.50 incl. tax
30 OCT Open- Faced Hot Roast Beef and Fries
Nov 6 Pasta Meat Sauce (no Grill this Friday)
Nov 13 Chicken Fingers with fries
Nov 20 Soup and sandwiches $7.50
or $4.50 Soup or $4.50 Sandwich
Nov 27 Fish and Chips
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Veterans Hot Line – 437-228-4747
Any Veteran needing assistance can contact the Veterans' Hotline, or our Legion Branch Service Officer at 519-822-1565
You do not have to be a Legion member to receive our assistance
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A Legion membership means you are supporting thousands of Veterans across Canada and honouring their memory. You are supporting Veterans to:
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-finding suitable accommodation,
-And more!
Our mission is to serve Veterans, including serving military and RCMP members and their families, to promote Remembrance, and to serve our communities and our country.
The Legion serves all Veterans
The Royal Canadian Legion was founded by Veterans and for Veterans. We advocate for the care and benefits for all who served Canada, regardless of when or where they served. The Legion also provides representation and assistance to Veterans, including currently serving Canadian Armed Forces and RCMP, and their families, and access to our services is available to them at no cost, whether or not they are Legion members. The Legion helps thousands of Veterans each year and makes significant positive changes in their lives.
The Legion exists so that Canada never forgets
The Legion understands the importance of honouring past sacrifices and acknowledging the courage of those who served and still serve today. Through Remembrance Day ceremonies, the Poppy campaign, commemorative activities, youth education programs and more, the Legion helps Canadians to honour and remember.