Stony Plain Legion #256
4902-44 Ave, Stony Plain, T7Z-IV5
email spl256@telus.net
4902-44 Ave, Stony Plain, T7Z-IV5
email spl256@telus.net
The Legion understands the importance of acknowledging the courage of those who served and still serve today. Through Remembrance initiatives, we help Canadians honour those who have make the ultimate sacrifice for our country.
Help out by running the Meat Draw or 50/50 draw. Each of these are a two hour commitment on Saturdays 3:00 -5:00 pm. See Buck Coutts to have your name added to the list for 2021.
To the membership of Branch 256 Stony Plain , this past week saw the elections held at your Branch , thank you to the outgoing executive members who decided to move on , Cde Karen Price who was our Sports Officer , thank you for your hard work over the last year , organizing both in house and Legion Sports , Cde Curt Budden Sgt at Arms , thank you for your hard work over the last 2 years, organizing parades, colour parties but most important our Remembrance Day Ceremonies .
We owe a huge debt of gratitude to our outgoing President Cde Jim Stover , on behalf of all members Jim , thank you for your dedication and stewardship of the Branch over the last 2 1/2 years .
We also owe a huge thank you to the members of the executive who let their names stand to continue on the good work of your Legion , Cdes Jim Stover ,Pat Hale , Lanny McConnell, Andrew Benkovich , Dixie Jones, Vikki Scott and we were fortunate to add 3 new members Cdes Gerry Wiseman and Steven Hall and Larry Funge.
I am looking forward to continue our good work in support of Veterans , our Branch and the Community we have the privilege of living in.
Our Branch cannot survive without the support of the Membership , as you know we rely heavily on Volunteers to keep our Branch successful and I look forward to your continued support and involvement in your Branch .
Thank you one and all.
Gord Morrison ,MMM,MSM,CD
President
Branch #256 Stony Plain
For all members who have paid ahead or pay by credit card your 2024 sticker is at the Branch for you to pick up and you will be included in the early bird draws that we have in September, October and November. If you are an out-of-town member ( you live outside of Stony Plain, Spruce Grove or Parkland County) please let me know and I will mail you your card.... otherwise, we are open Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 3:00 for you to come in and pick up your card sticker. I'm sorry that I cannot mail all 600 card stickers, but that cost would realize an increase in our Branch dues.
Pat Hale
Membership Chair
Winners of Sept Early Bird for free Membership, Karen Preston, Alana White and Verna Adams.
Winners for Oct Early Bird Trevor Williams and Terry Goodman
Emaik Vikki at hallrentalspl256@gmail.com . Or phone
Vikki at 780-996-0734
President Gord Morrison
Gord Morrison MMM,MSM,CD
Branch Service Officer / 1st Vice
RCL Branch #256
Cell 5875943230
Shout out to all Ordinary members, just a quick post to introduce myself as the new Branch Service Officer, for those that don’t know me my name is Gord Morrison , I proudly served our great country for 38 years. And now look forward to serving you and all veterans in our area.
The Legion does lots of good things but the thing it does best is assist Veterans who need a hand up or assistance in navigating the bureaucracy of Veterans Affairs . One of the biggest hurdles we all face is accepting the fact that we need assistance ( trust me , I am the biggest procrastinator ) , we all suffered injuries while serving and most likely ignored them or Soldiered On because that is what we did. So I plead with you to reach out, filling out a few forms is pretty painless, let the Legion do what it does best.
Your Branch hosts Veterans coffee once a month on the last Sunday from 1400 to 1600 hrs
This time of year is especially trying for lots of us and I would plead with you if you are aware of someone who is struggling, reach out to them and let them know they are not alone .
Gord Morrison MMM,MSM,CD
Branch Service Officer / 1st Vice
RCL Branch #256
Cell 5875943230
The Last Sunday of the Month Starting @ 1400 hours has been set aside for a gathering of Veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces & RCMP and all those serving on active duty to come together in Fellowship and to be introduced to the Legion. Coffee and Donuts will be Served. All Veterans Welcome
- meet with a volunteer Legion Service Officer to help identify unmet health or support needs and review possible benefits through (VAC) as well as other supports available
- get assistance with completing the Legion Claims Form and receive a referral to Legion Command Service Officers for individual assistance
- request benevolent financial through the Poppy Fund
- request visits to Veterans in Retirement and Long-Term Care Facilities
- access Veteran support and care programs as offered through the Branch
If you have a claim, or planning on submitting a claim to “Veteran Affairs”, please read this:
Veterans Coffee Nov 26 1400 hrs
Rev. Trevor Swanson, MTS
Every year these will be awarded
Every Year the Legion Provides donations to Community groups that show a Need Please complete Donation Application
Please download and complete the membership application. You can bring it to the Legion. Membership fees are $50/year.
Thank you to Bob Hallo Conducted the Meat Draw
Thank You to Brian & Vi Williams who Conducted the 50/50 and Congratulations to Chico Bulmer who had the winning ticket and took home 175.00.
Nov.- $40.00 Meat Pack- Adriana MacKay
Nov. - Toonie Draw – Bob Hall who took home $159.00
This Week
Steven Hall
Shelley Spangler
Raymond Jones
Bradley Bennett
No Winners
Watch for sign up sheets in lounge for Volunteers. Thanks to all our Volunteers.
Sign up sheets for Volunteers and Christmas Party in Lounge
-Needed someone to coordinate Our Soup and Sandwich on Fridays at noon for the winter. Please phone the Branch at 780-963-9232 and leave a message if no answer or email spl256@telus.net
We love our members and welcome visitors, so feel free to visit during normal business hours. Come Check Out our New Deck Now Open
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