Creemore Legion resumes weekly euchre, darts
School is back, the Copper Kettle was another huge success and the cooler nights improve sleeping. There’s a hint of colour in the trees, yet grass remains green thanks to an extended warm spell expected through the end of September. The village is perceptively shifting activities to the usual fall and winter programs, and the […]
Service men and woman stand on guard for thee
As reported earlier in The Creemore Echo, the Legion hosted 250 veterans at a recognition dinner on April 29, 2023. The event evoked thanks from the veterans and a level of appreciation they must feel infrequently. What about Canada’s commitment to its veterans? Many return home with illnesses such as Post Traumatic Stress and other […]
If you think the Legion is just a haven for good old boys, you’d be wrong
The Royal Canadian Legion was founded in 1926 under a special Act of Parliament to serve Veterans, including serving military and RCMP members and their families, to promote Remembrance, and to serve its communities and country. Any Canadian citizen or citizen of an Allied nation 18 years or older can become a member of the […]
Creemore Legion Branch to Host District E Drumhead Service
The Creemore Legion will host the 2022 Drumhead Service on Sunday, June 5, involving approximately 35 Legion Branches and their participating members. The Parade will form up at Gowan Park at 12:15 p.m. then march to Mary Street, passing by the nursing home, then west on Caroline Street to the Cenotaph where the service will […]
No gathering for Remembrance Day
The Creemore Legion Executive Committee met on Oct. 6, to review the possibility of re-opening the Legion for local events. In view of the escalating number of provincial COVID-19 cases and reduced indoor gathering allowances, it was regretfully resolved to keep the Legion premises closed until the New Year, subject to periodic review. Regarding Remembrance […]
Creemore Legion Canada Day celebrations postponed
The Creemore Legion Branch and its members regret to announce the forced postponement of its annual Canada Day events, due to the uncertainties surrounding COVID-19. Traditionally, the Legion organizes a Children’s Parade, events with prizes, hotdogs and other refreshments, and the evening fireworks display behind the arena. These events require significant pre-planning and budgeting. The […]
December activities at Creemore Legion
December is a busy month so plan to participate in a variety of seasonal activities close to home. The month’s activities at the Legion start Dec. 3 with the Monthly Members’ Meeting at 7 p.m. Every Wednesday at 7 p.m. features Ladies Darts; Thursdays at 1 p.m. there is Bid Euchre and Fridays host Mixed […]
All welcome at Legion activities
Do you know about the Creemore branch of The Royal Canadian Legion? Contrary to the belief of some, The Legion accepts membership applications from everyone, not just military personnel. Several current members are associate members without military credentials and help with various functions carried out by the Legion’s Creemore branch. The Legion’s kitchen is the […]