IN PHOTOS: Wedgeport legion honours 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Legion
An open house was held at the Wedgeport legion on July 18 to mark the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Legion, and also the 65th anniversary of the Wedgeport legion. There was information about the present, but also a lot of memorabilia and memories from the past. TINA COMEAUArticle contentLegions across Nova Scotia and throughout Canada have been marking the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canada Legion.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentHere are some photos from a July 18 open house that was held at the Wedgeport Legion Branch 155 in Yarmouth County to mark the July 17 centennial anniversary of the Royal Canadian Legion, along with the Wedgeport branch’s own 65th anniversary, which was also being marked in July.Article contentArticle content As part of an open house at the Wedgeport Legion Branch 155 to mark the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Legion and the 65th anniversary of the Wedgeport branch, members Phyllis Pothier, left, and Rita Doucette were at a table to provide information about the branch. Doucette also serves as its membership chair.TINA COMEAUArticle contentArticle content A new crosswalk in the parking lot of the Wedgeport Legion Branch 155 hall was created and installed to help mark and commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Legion. TINA COMEAUArticle contentArticle content As part of the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Legion, Canadians have been invited to share their messages of remembrance honouring Canadian veterans.TINA COMEAUArticle contentArticle content Wedgeport Legion Branch 155 member Alan Wyllie had many fishing flies on display during a July 18 open house at the legion’s hall. The branch has been involved in the Heroes Mending on the Fly Canada program, which is aimed at bringing therapy, relaxation, and camaraderie into the lives of veterans, military personnel, and first responders through the process of making the flies and later going fishing.TINA COMEAUArticle contentArticle content There were lots of displays and memorabilia to look through during a July 18 open house at the Wedgeport legion.TINA COMEAUArticle contentArticle content A display of banners was hung outside the Wedgeport Legion Branch 155 during an open house on July 18 to recognize the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Legion.TINA COMEAUArticle contentArticle content Wedgeport Legion Branch 155 member Yolande Donaldson stands next to one of the branch’s Remember Them posters. This remembrance initiative, which Donaldson has played a major role in spearheading, serves to spread remembrance and awareness about local veterans who are buried overseas. The posters are in schools, businesses, and other locations, and their reach continues to expand geographically.TINA COMEAUArticle contentArticle content A miniature model tank sits on a table at the Wedgeport legion during an open house to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Legion.TINA COMEAUArticle contentArticle content Many books were part of the display at a July 18 open house at the Wedgeport legion.TINA COMEAUArticle contentArticle content Wedgeport legion member and veteran Warren Surette spoke with members of the public during an open house at the legion on July 18. The event marked both the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Legion and the 65th anniversary of the Wedgeport Legion Branch 155.TINA COMEAUArticle contentArticle content A newspaper article highlighting when the official charter was presented to the Wedgeport Legion Branch 155 was part of the display during a July 18 open house. This year, the branch is marking its 65th anniversary.TINA COMEAUArticle contentArticle contentArticle content