Poppy Campaign
The Poppy Campaign is designed to remember our fallen comrades and to raise awareness of The Royal Canadian Legion's commitment in our community. The Campaign complies with an Act of Parliament in 1931 that declares Remembrance Day shall remain and be reverently observed on the 11^th hour of the 11^th day of the 11^th month of each year by our successors and us.
Prior to November 11^th, The Legion members distribute Poppies and Wreaths throughout the community to various groups, including business places, schools, Boy Scouts and the three Cadet leagues. The funds from these sales are collected and deposited in a special Poppy Trust fund. The funds are distributed back to the community through such things as assistance to needy ex-service men and their families, the purchase of medical equipment, medical research and training, support services for seniors, and many other community non-profit organizations.
 

Phone: 47POPPY (477-6779) October to December
Email: poppy.legion@sasktel.net
                                                               

Remembrance Day Service
For the past few years the Saskatoon community has observed this ceremony at Credit Union Center. The attendance has been great, with crowds up to 8000 people. This can be credited mainly to the seating and parking capabilities and the indoor service that takes place in this excellent facility.
The assembly of the parade participants on the parade area is very interesting to observe. The march on procedure with full military uniforms of the three services, the City Police and RCMP, the Elks, the K of C, the Cadet leagues, the Boy Scouts, the Old Guard, the Color Party, along with the Lion's and the North Saskatchewan Regiment Pipes and Drums bands, set the stage for the memorial service in front of the cenotaph.
If you come out early, you can enjoy choral music beginning at 10:00am. Join the many people there for the sole purpose of remembering and honoring the people that died in WW1, WW2, Korea, the Merchant Navy and in peace keeping roles for Canada.
Dispersed through the crowd will be the veterans who will be recognized during the service. If one is with you or sitting close to you, take the time to thank him. If you look closely at his face, you will more than likely see pride, dignity and sorrow, because he will be thinking of his buddies that never came back. November 11th is a very moving and important day for veterans that served over there and came back. All veterans, and families that lost a member due to war, appreciate and recognize your attendance as a sign that you sincerely care.
The Nutana Branch gratefully acknowledges the contribution made by our citizens of Saskatoon and District who are involved in the organization of these excellent Remembrance Day programs. We sincerely thank you.