Thank you for your service!

Veteran, John Vanderelst started volunteering at the Maple Ridge Legion in 2004 as a financial advisor to the Executive. Joined the Honour Guard and Colour Party in 2005, currently still part of the Honour Guard.

Also, in 2005 John assisted with membership. For the last 14 years John has served as our Service Officer, advocating for veterans, widows, widowers and dependants.

John has always participated in the annual poppy campaign and had many speaking engagements educating at schools, churches and various clubs.

Recently, John was awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal for a life of service.

Johns service to veterans and the community at large continues to be exemplary.