DID YOU KNOW?
The Legion in British Columbia and the Yukon:
- raises in excess of $3 Million annually to support community health, social and educational program, to improve the quality of life for all citizens.
- is the largest non-profit provider of veteran and seniors housing with over 4,000 units and numerous developments underway.
- has endowed the Chair of Family Practice at the University of British Columbia for over a quarter of a century, creating innovative opportunities for family medical practice in rural and under serviced areas.
- is a longstanding and significant contributor to the BC Seniors Games.
- volunteers in excess of 137,000 hours in communities supporting health, social, educational and athletic programs.
- the annual Poppy Campaign raises approximately $3.6 million with all proceeds going to support veterans, ex-servicemen of the Canadian Forces, and their families.
- is the largest contributor supporting Boy Scouts, Girl Guides and Cadets.
- provides bursaries and scholarships in excess of $250,000 annually.
- contributes in excess of $405,000 for critical medical research and special medical equipment in health care facilities.
- is one of the critical points of contact in many communities for emergency preparedness and response.
- offers free, professional group counselling for ex-service personnel transitioning from military to civilian life.
"When communities come together to Remember the Fallen
To Remember why Canada is a benevolent Nation
and to Remember why Canadians are respected for service to humanity
it is the Legion who is there to lead the way."
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