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This could be on our East Wall

East Wall Mural Mock-Up

East Wall Mural Mock-Up

This could be on our East Wall

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.
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Afghan withdrawal

Afghanistan 2001-2014

Afghanistan 2001-2014

Afghan withdrawal

On this date, March 12th, 2014 the final members of Canadian Services left Afghanistan.
 
More than 40,000 Canadian Armed Forces members served in the Afghanistan theatre of operations between 2001 and 2014. These brave men and women are eligible to receive the General Campaign Star-Southwest Asia.
 
We remember the 158 Canadian Armed Forces members that gave their lives during this period and we support those that returned home.

Image credit: Dept of National Defence

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International Women's Day

International Women’s Day 2025

International Women’s Day 2025

International Women's Day

It’s International Women’s Day

It’s a global day to recognize and celebrate women’s and girls’ social, economic, cultural, and political achievements. It’s also a time to highlight the progress made in advancing women’s rights and the ongoing efforts needed to ensure their full participation in all aspects of society.

The Canadian Encyclopedia also has a good article on women in the Canadian Armed Forces - serving since 1885.

 

 

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World Hearing Day

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.

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On this Day

On this day, 28 February

The Gulf War of the early 1990s was a struggle that is well-known to many. More than 4,000 Canadian Armed Forces members served in the Persian Gulf region in 1990-1991 as part of the international Coalition of countries that came together to drive the invading forces of Iraq out of Kuwait. In the aftermath of the conflict, Canadians would continue to serve with peacekeeping and embargo-enforcement efforts in the region for several years.

On this day, 28 February, we remember our Forces service and sacrifice in the Gulf War.

Full details can be read at Veterans Canada

Image credits: Department of National Defence ISC90-5050 and Legion Magazine

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A life of service

A life of service

We recently posted about John and Tom being awarded the King Charles Coronation Medals. Well, they've now received their medal and we're so pleased for these amazing members and Veterans.
Thank you John and Tom for all you've done and continue to do for our Legion.
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Recognition for a life of service

Recognition for a life of service

John Vanderelst 1Legion Exec - Tom - IG

Two absolute stalwarts of our Legion, John and Tom have been awarded the King Charles III Coronation medal. Confirmation came through from the BC/Yukon Command today.
Both John and Tom are Forces and Legion veterans, serving their country and continuing to serve as our Service and Cadet Liaison Officers.
Many, many congratulations to John and Tom; the award was thoroughly deserved and great recognition for your service. We're very proud to have you both as members of our Branch.
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Black History Month

Black History Month

Black History Month

 

The month of February gives us all the chance to celebrate the diversity and achievements of Black people in Canada. However, it is also a time to reflect on Canada's painful history and the distinct challenges that Black people in Canada continue to face in their daily lives, such as systemic barriers, racism and discrimination.

Many Black Canadians have served in the Canadian Armed Forces and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and continue to do so. At Maple Ridge Legion we acknowledge and celebrate their service to our country.

Photographs: Serviceman in the First World War. Canadian War Museum, George Metcalf Archival Collection

 

 

 

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An image of the Sergeant at Arms taking the Parade salute

Remembrance Day 2024

Remembrance Day 2024.

Images of Remembrance, images of recognition. Maple Ridge on November 11th 2024. Click on an image to enlarge.

Images and video credits: Lesley Cannon, Lesley Nantel.

Colour Party leaving Maple Ridge Legion to lead the Remembrance Day Parade

Pipe and Drum Band leading the Veterans march to the Maple Ridge Cenotaph

Colour Party leading the Parade after completion of the Remembrance Day ceremony

Veteran and Legion member Tom receiving his King Charles III Coronation Medal

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