news - Maple Ridge Royal Canadian Legion

East Wall Mural Mock-Up

Mar 20, 2025
by MCannon

Many Legions use an external wall to present an act of Remembrance in the form of a mural. We would very much like to be one of those Legions too.

We previously posted about the review of draft artwork and now there's a mock up of what could adorn our east facing wall. It's in the Legion Lounge for Members to view.

At our next General Meeting on Sunday 23rd March, we will be asking for Members agreement to commission the artwork. If agreed, when we have full approvals, the work will commence.

Commonwealth Day 2025

On the second Monday in March we celebrate Commonwealth Day.

The theme for 2025 is ‘Together We Thrive’, and celebrates the enduring spirit of the Commonwealth family – 56 independent member countries united by shared values enshrined in the Commonwealth Charter.

Rooted in the principles of family, unity and peace, the theme highlights the importance of fostering strong and connected communities that support and empower their members, enabling meaningful progress.

At Maple Ridge Legion, we aim to foster strong connections with our Veterans and local communities.

International Women’s Day 2025

World Hearing Day

It’s World Hearing Day.

By encouraging individuals to recognize the importance of ear and hearing health, World Hearing Day aims to inspire people to change behaviour to protect their hearing from loud sounds and prevent hearing loss, check their hearing regularly, use hearing devices if needed, and support those living with hearing loss. Empowered individuals can drive change within themselves and in society at large.

Veterans Affairs Canada has more information and, remember that Branch Service Officers along with Provincial Command support are also there to help Veterans navigate claims.

Giving to our Communities

Although our focus is on Veterans, we also extend our help to Local, Provincial and National good causes.
In the first two months of 2025, we’ve donated a total of $2000 to the following organizations.

BC Arthritis Society - https://arthritis.ca/campaigns/bc
Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows Country Fest - https://www.mrpmcountryfest.com
Diabetes Canada - https://www.diabetes.ca
Food for the Soul Project Society, Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows - https://fftsp.org

We’ll be keeping you updated on our donation recipients as the year continues.

We’re pleased to be able to make a difference to the lives of Veterans and our Communities.