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The Royal Canadian Legion on the Defence Policy Update

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Friday, April 19, 2024
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OTTAWA, April 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Royal Canadian Legion is sharing additional thoughts related to the federal government’s recently released Defence Policy Update , in the wake of the 2024 federal budget .

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  • OTTAWA, April 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Royal Canadian Legion is sharing additional thoughts related to the federal government’s recently released Defence Policy Update , in the wake of the 2024 federal budget .
  • The commitments also represent a significant increase in defence spending, the best since 2015.
  • When considering the full context of the policy update however, there is much to be worried about.
  • For example, the CAF is 16,000 personnel short, and the policy update indicates it will take eight years to resolve.

The Royal Canadian Legion on the Defence Policy Update

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Thursday, April 18, 2024
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Ottawa, April 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Royal Canadian Legion is sharing additional thoughts related to the federal government’s recently released Defence Policy Update , in the wake of the 2024 federal budget .

Key Points: 
  • Ottawa, April 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Royal Canadian Legion is sharing additional thoughts related to the federal government’s recently released Defence Policy Update , in the wake of the 2024 federal budget .
  • The commitments also represent a significant increase in defence spending, the best since 2015.
  • When considering the full context of the policy update however, there is much to be worried about.
  • For example, the CAF is 16,000 personnel short, and the policy update indicates it will take eight years to resolve.

The Royal Canadian Legion assessment: 2024 federal budget

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024
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Ottawa, April 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Royal Canadian Legion is encouraged by crucial financial and conceptual commitments in the 2024 federal budget as they relate to veterans and defence, yet alarmed by the lack of ready-to-go plans and actions to immediately tackle ongoing issues affecting still serving and retired Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members.

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  • Ottawa, April 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Royal Canadian Legion is encouraged by crucial financial and conceptual commitments in the 2024 federal budget as they relate to veterans and defence, yet alarmed by the lack of ready-to-go plans and actions to immediately tackle ongoing issues affecting still serving and retired Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members.
  • This is especially problematic because the Legion notes that some items are contingent upon one another to have a tangible effect.
  • It will also continue to monitor plans related to Budget 2024 investments that affect the CAF.
  • For more information on the full list of Legion priority areas, please visit: https://www.legion.ca/advocating-for-veterans/advocating-for-change

Legion remembers former Prime Minister Brian Mulroney

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Friday, March 1, 2024
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OTTAWA, March 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dominion President Bruce Julian issued a statement today in the wake of the passing of former Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, P.C.

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  • OTTAWA, March 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dominion President Bruce Julian issued a statement today in the wake of the passing of former Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, P.C.
  • G.O.Q., 18th Prime Minister of Canada, who passed away on February 29, 2024.
  • “On behalf of The Royal Canadian Legion, I would like to express condolences to the family of former Prime Minister Brian Mulroney on his passing.
  • We remember his dedication to Canada and thank him for his lengthy service to our country.”
    All Legion branches will fly the Canadian and Legion flags at half-mast until sunset on the day of the funeral.

The Royal Canadian Legion hosts Canada’s 2023 National Remembrance Day Ceremony

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Saturday, November 11, 2023
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OTTAWA, Nov. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tens of thousands of participants gathered at the National Remembrance Day Ceremony this year.

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  • OTTAWA, Nov. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tens of thousands of participants gathered at the National Remembrance Day Ceremony this year.
  • The Royal Canadian Legion hosted the solemn yet striking event at the National War Memorial in Ottawa; in honour of all those who have given their lives in service to Canada.
  • The ceremony also paid respects to the 130 Canadian Armed Forces members who have died in the line of peacekeeping duty.
  • Legion Dominion President Mr. Bruce Julian laid a wreath along with representatives of the youth of Canada - winners of the Legion National Foundation’s senior poster and literary contest.

Juno Beach Centre Honours Indigenous Veterans Through Art in New Exhibition

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023
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BURLINGTON, Ontario, Nov. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In honour of National Indigenous Veterans Day, the Juno Beach Centre (JBC) is pleased to announce that its newest exhibition, Faces of Canada Today , will include a major art installation that features poppies crafted by three Métis, Inuit, and First Nations artists.

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  • BURLINGTON, Ontario, Nov. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In honour of National Indigenous Veterans Day, the Juno Beach Centre (JBC) is pleased to announce that its newest exhibition, Faces of Canada Today , will include a major art installation that features poppies crafted by three Métis, Inuit, and First Nations artists.
  • Originally inaugurated in 2003, the Faces of Canada Today permanent exhibition showcased Canada’s evolution since the war.
  • As visitors enter the gallery space, they will see 3,000 floating poppies suspended against the backdrop of floor-to-ceiling windows looking out over Juno Beach.
  • “They were created especially to honour Indigenous women and 2SLGBTQ+ Veterans, and those whose service led to the loss of their Indian Status.

The Royal Canadian Legion names Canada’s 2023 National Silver Cross Mother

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
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OTTAWA, Nov. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Royal Canadian Legion is proud to share the story of this year’s National Silver Cross Mother , Gloria Hooper, of St. Claude, Manitoba.

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  • OTTAWA, Nov. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Royal Canadian Legion is proud to share the story of this year’s National Silver Cross Mother , Gloria Hooper, of St. Claude, Manitoba.
  • Mrs. Hooper will represent all Silver Cross Mothers when she places a wreath at the National War Memorial in Ottawa on Remembrance Day.
  • “This honoured action carries deep meaning,” says Bruce Julian, Dominion President.
  • He was the first Canadian to give his life as part of that peacekeeping mission.

First Poppy 2023 presented to Canada’s Governor General

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Friday, October 20, 2023
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OTTAWA, Oct. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Royal Canadian Legion presented the First Poppy of the 2023 National Poppy Campaign today, to Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada.

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  • OTTAWA, Oct. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Royal Canadian Legion presented the First Poppy of the 2023 National Poppy Campaign today, to Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada.
  • The Legion’s Dominion President, Bruce Julian, pinned the Poppy during the ceremonial event at Rideau Hall in Ottawa.
  • “Each year, we are honoured by our Governor General’s gracious support in wearing the First Poppy,” he shares.
  • It reflects the country’s ongoing thankfulness for their sacrifices and its image is a central part of the National Poppy Campaign.

First Poppy 2023 presented to Canada’s Governor General

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Friday, October 20, 2023
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OTTAWA, Oct. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Royal Canadian Legion presented the First Poppy of the 2023 National Poppy Campaign today, to Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, Oct. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Royal Canadian Legion presented the First Poppy of the 2023 National Poppy Campaign today, to Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada.
  • The Legion’s Dominion President, Bruce Julian, pinned the Poppy during the ceremonial event at Rideau Hall in Ottawa.
  • “Each year, we are honoured by our Governor General’s gracious support in wearing the First Poppy,” he shares.
  • The Legion’s National Poppy Campaign launches annually on the last Friday in October and will begin on October 27 this year.

The Royal Canadian Legion announces National Legion Week

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Thursday, September 14, 2023
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OTTAWA, Sept. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Royal Canadian Legion is pleased to announce its first National Legion Week taking place this year from September 17-23.

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  • OTTAWA, Sept. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Royal Canadian Legion is pleased to announce its first National Legion Week taking place this year from September 17-23.
  • For almost four decades, many regions have held a version of Legion Week at varying times during the year.
  • “This is an exciting time for the Legion and our more than 1,300 branches,” says Bruce Julian, Dominion President.
  • They will undoubtedly be welcoming new faces including Veterans, and we all look forward to having their support and hearing their ideas.”
    National Legion Week will continue to be held each September.