Manitoba Legion branch thrives with more than 500 members
Global News
The number of Royal Canadian Legion members has been climbing in Canada the last few years and at one legion branch on Henderson Highway, camaraderie and business are growing.
In the entrance of the Legion branch on Henderson Highway in East Saint Paul, Man., stands a “please wait to be seated” sign.
It’s something many wouldn’t expect to see at a Legion building, but at this location, it’s necessary.
“We have membership around 530 and we have a very, very strong base of volunteers which really helps,” branch president Diane Tashe said.
The Henderson Legion is welcoming more and more members every year. Tashe believes the location and restaurant are reasons why, as well as the variety of events like bingo, dances and more.
“We have to support the vets. The veterans did a lot for us and they deserve to be honoured and the Legion is there for that. We keep the place active, this is recreation,” Tashe said.
For nearly 100 years, the Royal Canadian Legion has served as an organization for veterans by advocating for their rights, promoting remembrance and supporting families.
Today, Legion memberships are open to any Canadian 18 and older.
One of those members is like Zonneveld, who comes to the Henderson Legion almost daily.
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