Almonte Legion
100 Bridge St. K0A 1A0 Almonte, ON, Canada

The annual November 11th Remembrance Day Ceremony has played a major role in Canada since 1931. Every year, at the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month, Canadians gather in memorial parks, churches, community halls, workplaces, schools, and homes to stand in honour of all who have fallen. Pandemic restrictions last year meant smaller ceremonies in communities across the country, as was the case in Mississippi Mills. Smaller gatherings also meant broadcastin...Continue reading

Fish and Chips this Friday Nov 5th.

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 240 Almonte President Rob Madore gave the first Poppy to Mississippi Mills Mayor Lowry, this kicks off the 2021 Poppy Campaign.

Wing Night returns! Wednesday February 24th Starts at 5:30pmWing Night returns! Wednesday February 24th Starts at 5:30pm

Forever Changed marks the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War and explores the firsthand impact of war on the lives of Canadians. Watch this vid...eo to learn more. Do you or your family have a connection to the War? Share your story with us in the comments! Forever Changed at the Canadian War Museum: https://bit.ly/3lLVz9L #ForeverChangedSWW #SecondWorldWar #WorldWarII #CanadianMilitaryHistory

Almonte Legion pics from the past

The Royal Canadian Legion commends and supports the federal government’s roll-out of a trial program for Canada’s military Veterans at Transition Centre Petawa...wa, eventually destined for all transition centres across the country. This program has the potential to successfully ease the often-difficult transition to civilian life faced by regular and reserve force Veterans and their families. The Legion has long advocated for stronger initiatives in this area and has called for the specific funding of transition clinics for over a decade. We will continue to advocate for critical transition programs, integral to our Veterans’ well-being. - Thomas D. Irvine, CD, Dominion President Read more about Transition Centre Petawawa: https://www.canada.ca//ministers-of-national-defence-and-v -- La Légion royale canadienne approuve et soutient le lancement par le gouvernement fédéral d’un programme pilote pour les vétérans de l’armée canadienne au Centre de transition de Petawawa, destiné par la suite à l’ensemble des centres de transition du pays. Ce programme pourrait faciliter la transition vers la vie civile, une étape qui est souvent difficile pour les vétérans des forces régulières et de réserve ainsi que leurs familles. La Légion a longtemps plaidé en faveur de meilleures initiatives dans ce domaine, et réclame depuis plus d’une décennie du financement dédié aux cliniques de transition. Nous continuerons à revendiquer des programmes de transition indispensables, qui sont essentiels au bien-être de nos vétérans. Thomas D. Irvine, CD, Président national

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Congratulations to Nancy McWade-Morley of Almonte, the owner of winning # 1219688 in our joint fundraiser with the Almonte General Hospital, Fairview Manor Foundation. Nancy wins the weekly prize of $1,276. Her envelope, #39, contained the Jack of Hearts. Tickets are now on sale for next week's draw with the progressive Jack Pot rolling over at $12,369. Thanks to everyone who played. To buy your tickets for next week: To buy your tickets for next week: www.catchtheacealmonte.ca/f1 https://catchtheacealmonte.ca/pages/winners

This was found buried in town, its metal, appears to be an artillery logo, displays a crown, says Canada on top and the rest is Latin. It’s about 3 inches across, very thin, it is hinged opens up. Any ideas what this is?

Thank you, Veterans, who served and sacrificed for our freedoms. Today, let’s celebrate the Canadian Flag, a symbol that unites all Canadians and reflects the ...common values we hold so dear equality, diversity and inclusion. Learn more about the National Flag of Canada Day: https://canada.ca//canadian-heritage/campaigns/national-fl

This album contains photos from the legion and Veterans Memorial Walkway book. Feel free to send us more to add to the album.

The following photos & items were dropped off or donated to the legion over the years.