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Poppies to Honour Veterans
Poppies to Honour Veterans
Rosanne Fortier - News Correspondent
The First Poppy Presentation was at Vegreville Council Chambers on October 17 where Terry Kuzyk, President of Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 39, pinned a poppy on the lapel of Mayor Tim MacPhee’s jacket.
This presentation reflects what they do on the National Stage. In Ottawa, for Dominion Command, they have the tradition of presenting the first poppy to Canada’s Governor General to commence the Poppy Campaign for the year.
Kuzyk stated that they are reflecting that on a local level to kick off their Legion campaign and include the Town of Vegreville. October 25 is the start of the Poppy Campaign.
The Poppy Fund ensures that The Legion can continue to provide Veterans and their families in Alberta and North West Territories with a variety of supports, including: shelter, clothing and food, mental and physical health supports, medication and medical equipment, assistance accessing benefits and programs through Veterans Affairs Canada, transition to civilian life, and investment in research and programing to support physical and mental health.
