Gov. Gen. Arbour pays tribute to the Royal Canadian Legion on its 100th birthday
Arbour said the Legion has supported veterans for a century, as membership rose by 100,000 in the first half of 2026, officials said.
- Governor General Louise Arbour honored the Royal Canadian Legion at Ottawa's National War Memorial on Friday, marking the organization's 100th anniversary with a wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
- Incorporated on July 17, 1926, the Legion was established to support veterans returning from the First World War dealing with injuries and trauma, later shifting focus toward mental health assistance and community connection.
- Canada Post unveiled a special 100th anniversary stamp to mark the milestone, while the national organization reported attracting 100,000 new members in the first half of 2026 through free membership offerings.
- Legion branches serve as vital community hubs across Canada, hosting remembrance ceremonies and volunteer initiatives while providing hundreds of thousands of dollars annually to support specialized veteran programs like service dog partnerships.
- With roughly 300,000 members across more than 1,350 branches, the Legion continues hosting local events like dinners and train tours, signaling sustained outreach as it enters its second century of service.
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Financial PostThe Royal Canadian Legion turns 100
OTTAWA, Ontario, July 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Royal Canadian Legion proudly commemorated its 100th anniversary at the National War Memorial in Ottawa today, joined by invited dignitaries, Veterans, Legion members, and the public. Incorporated on July 17, 1926,…
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620 CKRM The Source | Country Music, News, Sports in Sask…Royal Canadian Legion marks 100 years of supporting veterans in Regina
“It’s a huge milestone for us, and we couldn’t be more excited,” said Roberta Taylor, Provincial President of the Royal Canadian Legion – Saskatchewan Command.
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Yorkton Legion marks 100 years with time‑capsule opening and reflections from longtime members
YORKTON — The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 77 marked its 100th anniversary Friday with a full day of events, highlighted by the opening of a 40‑year‑old time capsule and memories shared by members who have shaped the organization across decades.
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Battlefords NOWRoyal Canadian Legion marks 100 years of service with community celebrations
The Royal Canadian Legion Branch #2 in Prince Albert held a flag raising ceremony to mark it's 100th Anniversary celebration on Friday, July 17, 2026. (Image Credit: Susan McNeil/paNOW Staff)
Royal Canadian Legion’s 100th anniversary celebrated with commemorative stamp
A new stamp issued by Canada Post honours a century of service by the Royal Canadian Legion. Canada Post said since its incorporation in 1926, the Royal Canadian Legion has stood alongside veterans and their families while playing a leading role in remembrance across Canada. The stamp features the Royal Canadian Legion’s banner alongside the dates 1926-2026 and the words “100 Years” rendered in bold typography. Following the end of the First Wor…
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