Our Members and the Community - Volunteer in Courtenay
Giving to the Community
APRIL 2018
Courtenay Legion President Glenn Litchfield (seated) and Poppy Chair Dave Bell present a generous donation
of $10,000 to support the purchase of a Bariatric seat Recumbent Bike for the Rehab Services Department
at the new Comox Valley Hospital. This new technology supports the rehabilitation for patients that
are in a wheelchair. Accepting the donation are Lyne LHeureux (Rehab Coordinator at Comox Valley Hospital)
and Lynn Dashkewytch (Comox Valley Healthcare Foundation - Executive Director). Photo by Jim Peacock.
Courtenay Legion is the third largest donor to the Foundation, since 1998 they have donated $160,000
to support healthcare in the Comox Valley, especially in areas that support our community’s seniors.
Every year we give out bursaries and scholarships to eligible students of George P.Vanier
and Mark Isfeld Secondary Schools.
OUR DONATIONS
Comox Valley Healthcare Foundation
Glacier View Lodge Bathing Program
Veterans Transition Program
Bursaries - G.P. Vanier Secondary School
Bursaries - Mark Isfeld Secondary School
Canadian Scottish Army Cadets (Princess Mary's)
Comox Valley Minor Hockey
Royal Canadian Airforce Cadets
Wounded Warrior Run BC
Comox Valley Food Bank
Comox Valley Child Development Centre
Vancouver Island Society for Adaptive Snow Sports
North Island Festival of Performing Arts
Comox Valley 4H Club
Comox Valley Therapeutic Riding Society
A.J.Taylor First Aid Competition
Salvation Army
Earl Naswell Christmas Dinner
Santa's Workshop
Senior's Games
The Alberni Project
Courtenay July 1st Committee
Cadet Medal of Excellence
Member Services
NEED HELP?
That’s what the Legion was built to do. The Legion’s Service Bureau has been a pillar of the organization since
it was founded in 1926. Our services are offered free-of-charge to all Veterans and their families regardless of
whether or not they are members of the Legion.
Medical Loan Cupboard
Wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, commodes, bathbenches, and more are available at this local Branch.
No charge for members.
The Branch Service Officer can assist you with:
- Disability claims through Veterans Affairs Canada.
- Assess eligibity for emergency financial assistance through the Poppy Fund.
- Arranging Legion Memorial Services.
- Answers to questions regarding Government assistance programs and Veteran Benefits and Services
Each week we have a team of dedicated members visit 80 - 90 people in Glacier View Lodge,
Casa Loma, Comox Valley Seniors Village to spread cheer of a chat with a treat to brighten their day.
Our Facilities
Our facility consists of two floors. The lower floor is where you will find the Lounge.
Here is where you will find dartboards, two huge pool tables, a dance floor, comfy chairs, televisions,
areas to play Euchre, Crib, or your favourite game or activity perhaps - please tell us! There is also a covered
patio to socialize and on those days the BBQ is out, the added ambience of those lazy hazy days of summer!
The upper floor is the large hall we have dedicated as the George Swift Memorial Hall.
It has a beautiful dance floor, a stage, lower and upper level, and a HUGE kitchen!
More photos of Hall and Kitchen
Volunteer
***BIG BIG THANK YOU TO ALL THE VOLUNTEERS WHO DEDICATE THEIR TIME TO THE COURTENAY LEGION***
Would you like to Volunteer in Courtenay and be part of the Community in Courtenay? Then check us out!
Did you know that each year, Legion members contribute over 600,000 hours to community causes?
From short-term assignments and special events, to elected Executive and Committee positions,
the Legion is the trusted place to connect with your community.
Volunteering with the Legion means giving your time and talent to a cause you believe in: respecting
veterans from generations past, and supporting a new generation of veterans and their families.
It's a wonderful way to get to know your local community, and make a meaningful contribution.
Ladies’ Auxiliaries
Members of the Ladies’ Auxiliary support the aims and objects of The Royal Canadian Legion and their
dedicated service enriches the programs and activities of the Branch.
Membership
ANYONE CAN JOIN, you do not need to be a veteran or the family of a veteran. Membership is open to any
Canadian over age 18.
Download and complete the membership application below and bring it in to our branch!
NO TIME? Click here and become a member right NOW!
As a non-profit, membership supported, volunteer organization, the Legion enjoys an actively engaged
strong membership. As a service to our members, we are proud to offer our BC Yukon Member benefits program.
Your Membership includes subscription to LEGION magazine.