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Honour Guard

Honouring a Veteran

Honouring a Veteran

Ray Lloyd, born in 1924, was 99 years old when he passed on. In 1942 at the age of 18, Ray enlisted in the RCAF. He became a Flight Engineer and flew some 31 sorties over occupied Europe in Halifax bombers.
 
On August 27th, our Branch was proud to provide an Honour Guard for Ray as part of his funeral and celebration of life events. Ray's selflessness in serving his country is one of the reasons that we continue to remember, appreciate and support all veterans and their families. Rest in Peace, Ray.

Thank you to our members that formed the Honour Guard.

Honour Guard
Honour Guard L - R
Marco Rypkema, Mark Cannon, Tom Gardner (funerals and past Sergeant @ Arms), John Vanderelst (Service Officer), John Yoxall (1st Vice President)
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"Reconciliation", the Canadian Peacekeeping Monument on Sussex Drive in Ottawa, seen from the northeast. Canada.ca

Veterans Dinner September 18th 2024 – Update

Veterans Dinner September 18th 2024

On 18th September 2024 Maple Ridge Legion will be hosting the annual dinner to honour Veterans. If you are a veteran living in Maple Ridge or Pitt Meadows you are welcome. Also welcome are past presidents of the Branch or Ladies Auxiliary. Legion Membership is not required. The meal is served at 5.30pm, entry from 5pm.


ROAST BEEF DINNER AND DESSERT
Tickets are $10 (refundable) for Veterans.
Each Veteran may bring one guest for $15

Tickets to be purchased by September 12th
Purchase Tickets in person at Maple Ridge Legion
12101 224th Street, Maple Ridge, BC

Forces Dinner
Forces Dinner. Photo by Skies Magazine Joanne Calder

Veterans Dinner September 18th 2024

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On 18th September 2024 Maple Ridge Legion will be hosting the annual dinner to honour Veterans. If you are a veteran living in Maple Ridge or Pitt Meadows you are welcome. Also welcome are past presidents of the Branch or Ladies Auxiliary. Legion Membership is not required. The meal is served at 5.30pm, entry from 5pm.


ROAST BEEF DINNER AND DESSERT
Tickets are $10 (refundable) for Veterans.
Each Veteran may bring one guest for $15

Tickets to be purchased by September 12th
Purchase Tickets in person at Maple Ridge Legion
12101 224th Street, Maple Ridge, BC

Forces Dinner
Forces Dinner. Photo by Buzz Bourdon (late the RMR 1975-82)
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Supporting the Burns Way

The Burns Way

The Royal Canadian Legion is proud to support the Burns Way.

The Burns Way is excited to launch a national campaign to recruit veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces and RCMP to volunteer as Peer Advocates for the Burns Way — an anonymous peer support chat-only platform for ALL Canadian veterans.

For the first time in Canadian veteran history, Indigenous, non-Indigenous, and minority veterans have come together to create a space that is safe and judgment-free.  It is a place for veterans to take control and begin their journey to wellness.

This inclusive community will provide round-the-clock access to peer support. Using a smart device or a desktop browser, guests will connect anonymously with trained veteran peers who will bring shared experiences to the chats. When the chat is over, it all disappears, ensuring confidentiality. For those seeking help, there is no need to register, log in, or provide any personal information, and the Burns Way will never use chatbots. There are no waitlists. Connections are completed within seconds, with real people ready to respond with empathy.

The program launches this fall, but right now, the Burns Way is recruiting and preparing to train applicants to serve as veteran Peer Advocates. The Burns Way: A new hope for All Veterans.

For more information, head to the Burns Way website.

A link to the Burns Way is also in our Veterans Resources section.

The Burns Way

The Royal Canadian Legion is proud to support the Burns Way.

The Burns Way is excited to launch a national campaign to recruit veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces and RCMP to volunteer as Peer Advocates for the Burns Way — an anonymous peer support chat-only platform for ALL Canadian veterans.

For the first time in Canadian veteran history, Indigenous, non-Indigenous, and minority veterans have come together to create a space that is safe and judgment-free.  It is a place for veterans to take control and begin their journey to wellness.

This inclusive community will provide round-the-clock access to peer support. Using a smart device or a desktop browser, guests will connect anonymously with trained veteran peers who will bring shared experiences to the chats. When the chat is over, it all disappears, ensuring confidentiality. For those seeking help, there is no need to register, log in, or provide any personal information, and the Burns Way will never use chatbots. There are no waitlists. Connections are completed within seconds, with real people ready to respond with empathy.

The program launches this fall, but right now, the Burns Way is recruiting and preparing to train applicants to serve as veteran Peer Advocates. The Burns Way: A new hope for All Veterans.

For more information, head to the Burns Way website.

A link to the Burns Way is also in our Veterans Resources section.

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Terri's retirement

Terri Retires

Terri Retires

Terri Retires after 35 years of service.
It was a great surprise to Terri and she loved every moment of it. Lots of happy tears.
It was a wonderful turn out of Members, the Sports Lounge was full!! A great way for her to be able to start her retirement.
The Branch President Judy and Past President Al presented Terri with a beautiful necklace with a heart to remember us by, a couple of gift cards and a Poppy bag.
A big thank you to the planners Grace and Elaine who did the shopping for decorations and the cake.
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NFL Pool

NFL Football Pool

The Annual NFL Football Pool

**🏈🏆 Join Our Annual Football Pool! 🏆🏈**

Are you ready for some football? It's that time of year again—time to join the Maple Ridge Legion 88 Football Pool! For just $150, you can be part of the action, the excitement, and the fun (not to mention the prizes)!

Here's how to get in the game:

  1. Head over to the office to pay your entry fee.
  2. After paying, you'll get instructions on setting yourself up online using PoolHost.com (no need to set this up before paying—easy peasy!).

Important Deadlines:

  • Pre-season Cutoff: August 1
  • Regular Season Cutoff: August 31

Wondering about the prizes? Trust us, the rewards and the fun times are worth far more than the entry fee! From weekly prizes to bragging rights, you won't want to miss out.

But wait, there's more! As a pool member, you'll enjoy a fountain pop, mug of draft, or glass of house wine during Monday Night Football. And new this year, our kitchen will be open with a limited menu and food specials to keep you fueled while you cheer on your team.

So, what are you waiting for? Join the pool, enjoy the game, and who knows, you might just walk away with a little extra cash and a whole lot of bragging rights.

NFL Pool

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Don Purdy - Meet a Veteran

Meet a Veteran – Don Purdy

Meet a Veteran - Don Purdy

Don Purdy - Meet a VeteranDon is a longtime member of the Royal Canadian Legion, first joining in 1973 while stationed in Winnipeg Manitoba. He was a member of the Army Reserves in 1970 while in High School in Hamilton Ontario.

He joined the Regular Force in 1972 after High School Graduation as a Mobile Support Equipment Operator (MSE Op). During his time serving he had postings CFB Winnipeg Manitoba, UNEFII Ismailia Egypt, 4 Service Battalion S&T Company Lahr Germany, CFB Detachment Vancouver & 12 Service Battalion, 4 Service Battalion S&T Company Lahr Germany and CFB Chilliwack. He retired in 1993.

He comes from a Service Family. His Grandfather was in WW1 with the Canadian Overseas Expeditionary Force and he fought in the Battle for Vimy Ridge. His Dad was with the West Nova Scotia Highlanders in WW2 and was part of the forces that landed in Normandy. His Dad was wounded in action while fighting in Belgium.

Don was a member of the Legion in Winnipeg, Lahr Germany and Vancouver. Don rejoined RCL Branch 88 in 2018. He also joined the Colour Party and Honour Guard. He was appointed Sergeant at Arms of the Maple Ridge Legion in 2023.

Don Officially Retired as a Professional Driver in 2022 after 52 yeas. Now that he is Retired, he likes to Read, Travel, Hike and Swim.

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