celebrating the legion's centenary
Exclusive Centenary Products through the Legion's Store
Centenary-branded merchandise — including apparel, commemorative gifts, and the official Centenary medal — will be available both online and at Branches. Branches can order items at Branch pricing to sell locally, providing a great opportunity to raise funds while promoting the Legion during this milestone year..
OUR CENTENARY MEDAL
This medal is classified as a commemorative medal under Sections 120 and 121 of the Ritual, Awards and Protocol Manual, and authorized for wear effective January 1, 2026. awarded by the Legion may only be worn by the members to whom they are awarded and may only be worn on Legion uniforms or formal Legion dress described in Section 104 in the order of their seniority of office .
All Legion medals, including commemorative medals, distributed and sold by Dominion Command to Branches, Districts, Zones, Ladies Auxiliary’s and Provincial Commands,
be clearly identified as “not for resale to the public or individual not members of the Legion” and that no Legion medals be sold to the public or individuals outside of replacement of these medals.
Non-Members/General Public: While non-members can purchase Legion "keepsake" items like the centenary pin, the commemorative medal is intended for members, particularly to be worn on official Legion uniforms during the 100th-anniversary year.
OUR HISTORY
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The organization, now known as The Royal Canadian Legion, was formed through the merger of three organizations: the Great War Veterans Association (GWVA), the Canadian Legion of the British Empire Service League (BESL), and the Army, Navy, and Air Force Veterans in Canada (ANAVETS). Originally founded as the Canadian Legion of the British Empire Service League at the Unity Conference in 1925, its primary purpose was to support veterans, advocate for their rights, and promote remembrance of those who served in the military. On July 17, 1926, the organization was incorporated by a special Act of Parliament and issued its charter, officially becoming The Canadian Legion - a date now recognized as the official anniversary of the Legion. In July 1960, through a Royal Charter granted by Queen Elizabeth II, the organization was formally renamed The Royal Canadian Legion.
2026 is the Legion’s Centenary year and one of the exciting ways we’re celebrating is by partnering with Ford Dealers of Canada to offer every Legion Member three chances to drive away in a brand-new Ford F-150! This promotion is designed to encourage Members to renew and stay connected with the Legion.
Current 2025 Members: Current paid 2025 members must renew for 2026 to be automatically entered.
Pre-paid 2026 New Members: Any new member who paid in 2025 to join for the 2026 year is automatically entered.
New 2026 Members: Those who join in 2026 must renew for 2027 to be automatically entered.
Lifetime Members are automatically entered.
After renewal, all eligible Members can earn two more chances to win — by shopping online at the Legion’s store and by donating online to the Poppy Fund.!