Stony Plain Legion #256
4902-44 Ave, Stony Plain, T7Z-IV5
email spl256@telus.net
Executive
We exist so Canada never forgets
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.
What can you do? Join or Volunteer today!
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.
Legion updates
LEGION UPDATES
Fundraising and Entertainment Committee
SAVE THE DATE
October Fest October 25, 2024
Spaghetti Supper and Silent Auction November 22, 2024.
We are accepting donations for the Silent Auction:
If the donations are dropped off at the Legion, please see the Bartender to arrange to leave them in the office.
Please fill out and attach a tag that will be available at the bar.
If you wish to arrange a time to drop off your donations, please contact Vikki Scott at 780-996-0734
Presidents Update
It is that time of year again. The Poppy
Campaign begins Oct 25th. We will need your
assistance throughout the campaign, to
volunteer please visit the Branch , signup
sheets will be in the lounge or foyer, or you can
phone 780-963-9232 to see how you can help.
Remember this is the most important
fundraising campaign of the year and your only
obligation as members of the Legion.
Gord Morrison
President
Our burger and steak nights have concluded for the year , we would be remiss if we did not take the time to thank all those who were intricate to making these events a success .
Burger nights were coordinated by Alana White , Alana thank you so much for taking this on , your dedication was apparent every Wednesday throughout, of course you could not do this alone ,so a huge thank you is owed to all those volunteers who helped to bring the best burgers in Stony to the membership and public .
Steak Night was coordinated by the President but could not have been pulled off without the dedication of the prep crews who put their backs into the task , Daryl & Lorraine Bazin , Wendy & Dave Coulson , Ken & Connie Ryan , Brian & Vi Williams , Simone Franks, Phyllis Balzer and Pat Hale .
This task also required the support of the many volunteers who worked to serve and cleanup , we were blessed to be supported by many groups this year , 755 Parkland Air Cadets , 299 Royal Canadian Sea Cadet Corps McKenzie , The Stony Plain Parkland County Pioneer Museum, The Kinsmen Club of Stony Plain , your Executive committee , and the many members who stepped up to fill in the holes in the schedule .
Both events were an overwhelming success thanks to the many volunteers and of course the support of the membership and public.
Thank You from the bottom of my heart.
Gord Morrison
President
Branch # 256 Stony Plain
The Royal Canadian Legion
Membership
For Your Info
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 Nov Early Bird Rick Broughton
hall Rentals
Contact Info
Eki at 780-996-073maik Vikki at hallrentalspl256@gmail.com . Or phone
Vikki 780-996-0734
Check out our new Audio Visual System
Service officer
Legion
Comrade Gord Morrison MMM,MSM,CD
Branch Service Officer / President
RCL Branch # 256
Email kargor58@outlook.com
Cell 587-594-3230
or
Comrade Terry Grabowski, CD
Assistant Branch Service Officier
RCL Branch # 256
Cell 867-332-4180
Email rcrman507@gmail.com
Support for Veterans and Family's
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 .
Comrade Gord Morrison MMM,MSM,CD Comrade Terry Grabowski CD
Branch Service Officer / President Assistant Branch Service Officer
RCL Branch # 256 RCL Branch # 256
Email kargor58@outlook.com Email rcrman507@gmail.com
Cell 587-594-3230 Cell 867-332-4180
Gathering Of Veterans
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
At The Local Legion Branch,a Veteran or Family can;
- 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
If you have a claim, or planning on submitting a claim to “Veteran Affairs”, please read this:
- Veterans should ensure that their “Advocate” at VA, are doing their job in representing the Veteran (the same as a civilian lawyer would);
- Make sure you see and read any Statement of Case or Statements presented on your behalf in writing (in most cases, there is nothing in writing);
- Make sure you have been briefed and given a copy of all information that is passed on to the Pension System, prior to the hearing date;
- Always ask for a copy of your audio transcript, so you can go over what your Advocate has said in your behalf (they will most likely tell you to go through the Privacy Act);
- Take note that most first claims are denied (this a discouragement tactic);
- It is very important, that you do not relinquish or give all of your evidence over, after your first hearing (you can’t use your evidence twice);
- When you seek an appeal after your first denial, you must show new evidence for the appeal (by refusing your first claim, VA will most certainly suppress your original evidence);
- Ask to see what research has been done by your Advocate on your behalf (don’t be surprised if there is none, they do not conduct themselves like a Lawyer would);
- As has been seen in the past, most VA Advocates, do not give copies of anything to you, until after the fact (demand it);
- If you don’t feel like you were represented in a Professional Manner, go back to your Advocate and demand, any and all paperwork, presented on your behalf;
- If you seriously feel that you were not fairly and professionally treated, it is recommended that you contact the Minister of Veteran Affairs, or the current Veteran Ombudsman, and ask why
Veterans Coffee
Veterans Coffee May 26 1400 hrs