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.
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If you have a Veteran in your family and you don’t like their mood, and behavior around the holidays; please consider these things…
1.) Your veteran has served in countries where people are blessed to receive a tattered pair of shoes or have clean water to drink; he/she no longer lives the “first world illusion” and no longer cares that if you buy one play station you can get a second one for fifty percent off. In fact, they find it hard to appreciate any of the gluttonous commercialism and overindulgence that permeates our holidays. Standing watch, boring as it was, had so much more purpose than going to the mall.
2.) Your Veteran is thankful for the most basic things; not thankful for mega-sales and million dollar parades. They are thankful to be alive; thankful to have survived both the wars far away and the wars they struggle with inside.
3.) Your Veteran is thankful that it wasn't them that got killed, but their celebrations are forever complicated by guilt and loss over those that were. Some of the most thankful times in their life were some of the scariest. Their feelings of thanks and celebration often conjure memories that are equally painful.
4.) Your Veteran is not like you anymore. At some point, for some period of time, their entire life boiled down to just three simple things: when will I eat today, when will I sleep today, and who will I have to kill or will try to kill me today? They are not like you anymore.
5.) Your Veteran does not need a guilt-trip or a lecture; they already feel detached in their grief while others so easily embrace the joy of the season. They need understanding and space; empathy not sympathy.
6.) Your Veteran loves his/her family and is thankful for the many blessings in their life…and they are thankful for you.
To all brothers and sisters who wore the uniform, know that we all struggle with one thing or another but as we go into this holiday season, reach out to those you love. You didn't fight alone in service, and you don't have to fight alone at home.
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If you know a Veteran who needs help Contact our Service Officer Terry Grabowski, CD
Cell 867-332-4180
Email rcrman507@gmail.com
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,Adrienne Dixon, Gail Thompson,Lanna Turlock
Eki at 780-996-073maik Vikki at hallrentalspl256@gmail.com . Or phone
Vikki 780-996-0734
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Contact
Comrade Terry Grabowski, CD
Branch Service Officier
RCL Branch # 256
Cell 867-332-4180
Email rcrman507@gmail.com
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
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 May 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 Adriania McKay who conducted the Meat Draw
Thank You to Simone Franks who Conducted the 50/50 and Congratulations to Bryan Ledrew who had the winning ticket and took home $170.00.
Nov. - Bonus Meat Pack- Jim Stover.
Nov. -Toonie Draw- Jim Sales who took home $235.00
This Week
Raymond Lipiec
Mary Anne Blanchard
Karen Preston
Eric Parsons
No Winners
Thanks to all Our Volunteers.
-Check Sheets in Lounge for Volunteer Opportunities
Thanks to all who helped at the Gun Show.
We love our members and welcome visitors, so feel free to visit during normal business hours. Come Check Out our New Deck Now Open
4902 44 Ave, Stony Plain, Alberta Z L4, Canada
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