The Royal Canadian Legion Mt. Benson 256 Branch
Our Mission
Our mission is to serve Veterans, including serving military and RCMP members and their families, to promote Remembrance and to serve our Communities and our Country.
Our Vision
To be the most highly respected Veteran and Community Service organization.
The Legion serves all Veterans
The Legion was founded by Veterans and for Veterans. We advocate for the care and benefits for all who served Canada, regardless of when or where they served. The Legion also provides representation and assistance to serving and retired Veterans and their families, and access to our services is available to them at no cost, whether or not they are Legion members. The Legion helps thousands of Veterans every year and makes significant positive changes to their lives.
The Legion defines a Veteran as:
“A Veteran is any person who is serving or who has honorably served in the Canadian Armed Forces, the Commonwealth or its wartime allies, or as a regular member of the Royal Mounted Police, or as a Peace Officer in a Special Duty Area or on a Special Duty Operation, or who has served in the Merchant Navy or Ferry Command during wartime.”
The Legion exists so that Canada never forgets
The Legion understands the importance of honouring past sacrifices and acknowledging the courage of those who served and still served today. Through Remembrance Day ceremonies, the Poppy Campaign, commemorative activities, youth education programs and more, the Legion helps Canadians to honour and remember.
The Legion serves our communities and our country
Legion branches are the cornerstone of communities across Canada and provide one of the largest volunteer bases in the country. With over 1,400 branches from coast to coast, our members provide local services and supports to build a stronger Canada. Whether helping local Veterans, supporting seniors, providing youth sports programs, raising funds, volunteering to help those in need, or simply offering a place to gather for fun and celebration, Legionnaires provide essential services in their communities.