Maple Ridge Legion Updates

D-Day

D-Day – 80 years on

Today we remember those who fought on the beaches, in the air, on the land and at sea this day, 80 years ago. D-Day.

Allied Airborne troops secure the flanks of the invasion area in Normandy in order to cut off access for the Germans.....

Maple Ridge Legion Colour Party - Remembrance Day 2023

Colour Party Volunteers

We are looking for new, volunteer members for our Colour Party.

The Colour Party is the official flag group of the Maple Ridge Legion, carrying the flags with reverence and pride.

We are Hiring

We Are Hiring

Join us as our new, dynamic Branch Administrator, leading a passionate team to uphold the administrative and leadership heartbeat of our organization!

583 Coronation Squadron Air Cadets

583 Coronation Squadron Air Cadets

On Saturday 25th May, members of Branch 88 had the pleasure of attending the 70th annual ceremonial review of the Air Cadet Squadron

VE Day flag

VE Day

Today, May 8th, is the 79th anniversary of VE Day, which meant an end to nearly six years of war that had cost the lives of millions, and brought suffering to populations of entire countries.

Mother's Day Brunch

Mothers Day Brunch

Come and celebrate Mom at Legion 88 this Mother's Day.
Chef Shawn is creating a beautiful buffet brunch, and the bar will be serving Mom-mosas!

Dancing to the Brian Zalo Mix at Maple Ridge Legion

Live Music at the Legion

The Maple Ridge Legion is the only place in Ridge and Pitt Meadows where you can listen and dance to live music three days a week. 

An image from Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows News of a young Bobby Seckler

Community donation

Thanks to a request from Rob Seckler we donated $500 to the Maple Ridge Boxing Club., giving back to a sports club where he found success as a teen.

Legion Exec - Judy

Meet the Executive – Judy Ballard

I have been a Member of Legion 88 since 2009. I went to the first meeting in January to pledge my allegiance to the Legion.

What’s on at The Legion?

Come down to Maple Ridge Legion for games night every Tuesday beginning at 6.30pm. You can play Darts, Euchre or Crib

Judy Ballard receiving Branch Presidents Medal

Branch Medal

Our current President, Judy Ballard received her Branch President Medal at the General Meeting on April 21st.

The medal was presented by Al Casswell, our Chairman.

Legion Exec - Tom - IG

Meet a Veteran – Tom Gardener

Tom was born in England and joined the British Army in 1953 at the age of 20, as part of conscription following the Second World War.  He joined the Royal Engineers as a Reservist, and served for two years stationed in Dartmouth UK and Germany.

Vimy Ridge Memorial

The Battle of Vimy Ridge

Vimy Ridge is a long, high hill that Germany had captured early in the war. They had made it into a strong defensive position, with tunnels and trenches

Legion Exec - John

Meet the Executive – John Yoxall

John first joined the Royal Canadian Legion in Maple Ridge in 2009. He became the Second Vice President in December 2023 and will serve a two year term.

Legion Exec - Al

Meet the Executive – Allan Casswell

Al first joined the Legion in the late 70’s. He has been a member of Branch 88 since 1994 and received the Life Membership Award in 2017.

RCAF 100 logo

RCAF Centennial

Today we celebrate the 100th anniversary of The Royal Canadian Air Force.

1 April 2024 marks 100 years of service for the Royal Canadian Air Force

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GENERAL MEETINGS ARE USUALLY ON THE THIRD SUNDAY OF EVERY MONTH AT 11:00am.
General Meetings are usually on the 3rd Sunday of every month. There are no meetings held in July or August. We encourage all Legion members to attend General Meetings.

NOTE: The date of the next General Meeting is 23 March 2025

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Want to find out what's happening in February? Check out the February calendar.

Want to find out what's happening in March? Check out the March Calendar.

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