We recently met on Wednesday, February 12th, 2020. Plenty of good debate and presentations.
Highlights:
Notice of Motions:
- Up to $4000 on sound equipment for downstairs bar.
- $3000 to Sarnia Legion Pipe band
- $5000 to the https://lambtonchildrenssafetyvillage.com/
- We celebrated that we donated $30000 to Pathways for the construction of their new pool.
- Membership is on the climb.
- Executive agreed that outside food will be permitted to patrons and vendors.
It is Important for Members to attend as you influence the direction of our Legion.
Next Meeting:
Wednesday, March 11th
Location: Upstairs Legion Br 62
Time: 7:00 PM
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Masters of War; The Canadians in The Great War
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The Sarnia Legion Br 62 is proud to be hosting Norm Christie as he outlines the history of the development of the Canadian Corps from the early days in 1915-16 as inexperienced Colonials, to 1917-18 when they became the most effective fighting force on the Western Front.
When: Saturday, April 4, 2020,
Time: 7pm,
Location: Royal Canadian Legion Branch 62, 286 Front Street North Sarnia, ON
Norm’s Biography
Masters of War; The Canadians in The Great War
Norm Christie outlines the history of the development of the Canadian Corps from the early days in 1915-16 as inexperienced Colonials, to 1917-18 when they became the most effective fighting force on the Western Front. It started with Canada's most famous battle at Vimy Ridge, when, against all odds, they captured the strongest German position on the Western Front. Who was responsible for these developments; how did they come about; How did this incredible transformation happen? Norm explains the players and their personalities that made it happen and how their success and confidence brought about changes that made the Canadians completely different to the British and Australian Armies?
And how, after all their sacrifices and accomplishments, were they forgotten?
Norm Christie is the acclaimed television host of several History Channel Documentary series including: King & Empire, King & Country, Lost Battlefields, Striking Back, Secret Liberators, In Korea and Battlefield Mysteries. He has travelled the World following in the footsteps of Canada's soldiers, from Sicily to France, to Spain, Hong Kong, Japan and Korea. In addition Norm has written 21 books on the Canadians in the First and Second World Wars, including the 10 volume For King & Empire Series on which the TV Series was based.
A metallurgical engineer by trade, Norm Christie was Chief Records Officer of the CWGC in the UK, and their Administration Officer in Arras, France for 5 years. He has been taking Tours to the old battlefields for more than 20 years. Norm is recognized as Canada's No.1 expert on the battlefields and cemeteries of the two World Wars.
Norm's most recent work includes the three volume series; Sacred Places (Canadian Cemeteries of the Great War), For Our Old Comrades (The Story of the Vimy Pilgrimage), and the 6 hour TV series, The Great War Tour with Norm Christie (TVO & Knowledge Network). His current projects include a 1 hour show, The Wounded, and the search for the missing Vimy cemetery, CA40, containing the remains of 44 Canadian soldiers, including William Milne, VC.
https://battlefields.ca/
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In February we had Wanda and Countyline. They were fantastic.
In March we will have the Celtic Hillbillies
March First Friday: March 6th
Start Time: 8PM
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VE Day Celebration Planned for Sarnia
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2020 is the 75th Anniversary of the end of War in Europe.
To honour this day, on Friday May 8th The Sarnia Legion Branch 62 will holding the "Act of Remembrance" Ceremony at the Sarnia Cenotaph in Veterans Park located behind the Sarnia Library,.
Following this Act of Remembrance the Sarnia Legion Br 62 will be hosting a party that is open to the public. This dance will consist of a 14 piece orchestra will be play all of the hits from the 30s and 40s.
Our guests of honour will be the Veterans of WW2 and this night will recognize and honour their service.
For more information regarding this night, contact the planning committee at membership@sarnialegion.ca
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Early Bird has Officially Ended.
Thank you to the hundreds of members who have renewed their membership over the early bird drive. Your membership is the heartbeat of our Legion. We truly appreciate your dedication to our Legion. If you have not renewed your membership yet, not to worry, just attend the Legion and visit the fantastic bar-staff located in the club-room.
Respectfully,
Ron Realesmith
Membership Chair
Why Become a Member?
The Legion is Canada’s foremost Veteran support and community service organization. Join now and help us improve the lives of those who served, support our communities, and remember the Fallen.
You honour and support Canada's Veterans when you join, but there are other member benefits, including:
- A Legion membership card and official Legion pin
- A paid subscription to the award-winning Legion Magazine
- Access to exclusive member items on the Legion Poppy Store
- A Member Benefits Package with great savings and deals
- Ability to transfer membership to a Legion Branch at any time
You don't have to be a Veteran to join the Sarnia Legion.
When you join The Royal Canadian Legion, you support the many services we offer to Veterans, serving military, RCMP members, and their families. You will have access to exclusive benefits too!
Any Canadian citizen or citizen of an Allied nation who is 18 years of age or older is welcome to become a member of the Legion. There are four main categories of membership:
Ordinary membership
Includes still serving and retired military, reservists, RCMP, police officers, Canadian Coast Guard, and others listed in the General By-Laws.
Associate membership
Includes parents, spouses, widows, widowers, children, grandchildren, siblings, nieces as well as nephews of a person who is or was eligible for Ordinary membership.
Affiliate voting membership
Includes Canadian citizens or Commonwealth subjects from an Allied nation who support The Royal Canadian Legion’s aims and objectives and are not eligible for ordinary or associate membership.
Affiliate non-voting membership
Includes non-Canadian citizens or non-Commonwealth subjects from an Allied nation who support The Royal Canadian Legion’s aims and objectives.
Becoming a Member
You can become a member of the Sarnia Legion Branch 62 in a number of ways.
1: Fill out this form. You will be contacted by the membership chair shortly.
2: Download this form and print. Fill it out and bring to The Sarnia Legion Branch 62.
3: Attend the Legion and tell the bartender "I want to be a member."
You can pay for your membership with a cheque payable to "Sarnia Legion Branch 62" or with Cash. Speak to the bartender on duty and they will complete the purchase.
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The Sarnia Legion now offers your choice of a delicious sandwich coupled with a fresh brewed coffee or tea.
Sandwiches: $3.75
Egg Salad or Tuna
Drink: $1.25
Keurig Coffee, decaf and regular.
Keurig Tea, decaf and regular.
Stop in and see us for lunch!!
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Jam at The Legion started on Dec 21st and every third Saturday from 1-4 p.m.
Next Jam: March, Saturday the 21st.
Open to the Public.
Contact 519-336-2841 for more information.
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Saturday Afternoon Meat Draws
4pm to 6pm in the downstairs bar
20 packages of meat to be drawn
50/50 draw
$40 beef tenderloin steak draw
$75 in gift card draw
Break open tickets available at the bar
All are welcome - Open to the Public
For more info, check out our Facebook event here.
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Sarnia Legion: Open to the Public!!!
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Did you know that the Sarnia Legion is open to the public during the week and on Saturdays?
Keywords: Open to the Public!
The Sarnia Legion has a bar in the downstairs that is open to the public. Free snooker, free darts and the pool table is $2 a game.
Nevada Gold break open tickets are available for purchase!
Ice cold and reasonably priced beer, wine and well drinks. Some might say they are the best prices in town.
The bartenders wanted me to remind you they are the best bartenders in the world.
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Trivia and Catch The Ace - Thursday Nights
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When: Every Thursday
Time: Trivia starts at 5:30PM, Catch the Ace Draw is at 7:30PM
Who: Open to the Public. Everyone is welcome!
Where: Sarnia Legion Branch 62 (Lower Hall)
Tickets for Catch the Ace start at 5PM every Thursday. $2 a ticket. Draw takes place at 7:30PM and you must be present in order to win.
Trivia starts at 5:30PM. For the price of a toonie, you are eligible to play 3 great trivia games. Cash prize every round for the person who correctly answers the most questions.
Pizza is available to purchase for $1.50 a slice!
Catch the Ace Week 38
Tickets Sold 1321
Tonight's Prize $ 528.40
Progressive Pot $ 14,491.80
50/50 winner Linda Mitchell $522.00
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Tuesday, March 3rd - Veterans Affairs Canada
A representative from Veterans Affairs Canada is at Branch 62 on the first Tuesday of each month at 11:30 a.m. If you need to speak with Veterans Affiairs, please attend the Branch and ask the day of.
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Tuesday, March 5th - Ontario Command Legion Provincial Service Officer Visit
Time: 10AM - Til Finished
Location: Sarnia Legion Br 62
For information, advice or assistance on:
1. Disability Benefit Applications,Reassessments,Reviews and Appeals
2.War Veterans Allowance Applications
3.Information and assistance for widows
4.Applications for Benevolent Funds
5.Referrals for Entitled Veterans to Treatment Benefits,VIP and Special Awards
6.Any issue involving VAC status or Veterans health issues.
Sign up at Branch 62 office for an appointment with PSO Rebecca Hyndman
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Ladies fun darts, every Tuesday 1-4, has resumed September 17 and still going strong!
Contact Heather Lindsay, 519-464-7447 if you are interested in playing.
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To stay up-to-date with all the latest events at your Sarnia Legion Branch 62 we encourage you to follow us on our social media.
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Website
www.sarnialegion.ca
Find out about our events, hall rentals, membership documents. veterans assistance and much more.
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