LADIES’ AUXILIARY

The Legion was founded in November 1925 in Winnipeg and chartered in July 1926 by special Act of Parliament. However, veteran’s welfare and assistance had been carried on since 1916. During 1914-1918 war years as wounded veterans returned home, women were asked to help with their recovery by visiting hospitals, sending parcels to the hospitalized and to the families of soldiers and veterans. Thus, our Ladies’ Auxiliary unofficially became a reality!

Membership

Membership is open to any female Canadian citizen or Commonwealth subject of federal voting age who supports the purposes and objects of the Legion and undertakes to support the activities of the Legion.

Auxiliary Major Programs

The Ladies Auxiliary has many fund raising activities throughout the year, and funds raised locally are given to assist the local Legion Branch, health facilities and programs, school activities, and Bursaries. Also, sponsorship of Cadets, Girl Guides, and Brownies, as well as other charitable organizations.

Ladies Auxiliary Objective

The members of the Ladies’ Auxiliary shall be available to assist the Branch in its activities. As the individual Branches are the most important element in the structure of the Royal Canadian Legion, thus the Ladies’ Auxiliary becomes a very integral part of the work of the Legion at all levels.

Becoming an Auxiliary member can be a very rewarding experience. Our Auxiliaries goals are important to us and so are our members! They ensure the activities are planned for you to enjoy as well. It is recognized that not everyone wants to or can give the same time commitment to the Auxiliary, but we are grateful for whatever time you can spare to assist with the work of this great national organization.

Remembrance Day & Poppy Campaign

Ladies assist with perpetuating the tradition of Remembrance through activities surrounding ceremonies and events on, or around November 11th. At 11:00am on November 11th, 1918, the guns fell silent, marking the end of WWI. November 11th came to be known as Remembrance Day – a day each year for Canadians to remember the sacrifice of those who fell during that, and later conflicts in which Canadians served. Special services are held each year to mark this event to provide wonderful services in our community.

We are dedicated and proud members of the Ladies’ Auxiliary and we will continue in our chosen role “to serve” as we have done in the past.