As Remembrance Day approaches, Canadians are preparing to honour those who served and sacrificed for our country. From wearing a Poppy to attending ceremonies and sharing the stories of the Fallen, there are many meaningful ways to take part in Remembrance and ensure their sacrifices are never forgotten.

This year's Remembrance period begins with profound sadness following the tragic incident at CFB Wainwright. Our thoughts are with those who lost their lives, the injured, their families and the entire Canadian Armed Forces community. This tragedy is a solemn reminder of the sacrifices made by those who serve Canada, and the importance of standing together in Remembrance.

The Royal Canadian Legion is deeply saddened by the tragic incident at CFB Wainwright, Alberta, that resulted in the loss of lives and numerous injuries. The Legion extends its heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of those affected, and stands in solidarity with the entire Canadian Armed Forces community during this difficult time. Dominion President Sharon McKeown has issued a statement expressing the Legion’s sorrow and offering support to those impacted by this tragedy.

As Legion members, we know the Poppy is more than a symbol. It is a promise to remember those who served and sacrificed for Canada.

On October 21, Dominion President Sharon McKeown will present the symbolic First Poppy to Her Excellency the Right Honourable Louise Arbour, Governor General of Canada, ahead of the launch of the 2026 National Poppy Campaign on October 24.

From October 24 to November 11, wear your Poppy proudly and help keep Remembrance visible in your community.

Across Canada, thousands of Legion members and volunteers will be distributing Poppies and accepting donations. Funds raised through the Campaign help provide vital support to Veterans and their families through the Poppy Trust Fund.

Whether you are volunteering during the Campaign, visiting your Branch or simply wearing your Poppy, your participation helps carry the tradition of Remembrance forward.

Earlier this year, Legion Branches and members across Canada helped collect handwritten messages of Remembrance on sticky notes.

Those heartfelt words are about to become part of something special.

On October 24, see how your messages are helping bring Remembrance to life in a whole new way.

If you don’t have a Legion Branch nearby or haven’t been able to find a Poppy in your community, you can still take part.

During the Poppy Campaign, you can receive a lapel Poppy through the Legion’s Amazon.ca storefront with a donation of $5, $10 or $20. Every donation made through the storefront goes to the Legion’s Poppy Trust Funds to support Canada’s Veterans and their families.

The Digital Poppy returns October 24 to November 11, 2026. Support the Legion National Foundation and create a personalized Digital Poppy at www.mypoppy.ca in memory of someone who served and sacrificed. Honour the Fallen by sharing it on social media and help bring the spirit of Remembrance online.

On November 11, Canadians will come together to honour and remember all those who served and sacrificed for our country.

One of the most meaningful ways to take part is by attending a Remembrance Day ceremony in your community. Legion Branches across Canada are organizing ceremonies, and new listings continue to be added to Legion.ca.

If you are unable to attend in person, you can watch the National Remembrance Day Ceremony on the Legion’s Facebook page and join Canadians across the country in observing two minutes of silence at 11:00 a.m.

The Legion is once again proud to present Poppy Stories, an initiative that lets Canadians scan a lapel Poppy with their smartphone and discover the story of someone who gave their life in service to our country.

Each story offers a glimpse into the person behind the sacrifice - their family, community, career and passions - helping us remember not only how they served, but who they were.

Scan your Poppy with your mobile device and discover a story to remember.

We are pleased to share a new reference sheet from the Commonwealth War Graves Commission that helps identify the most common types of military headstones found in Canada. The guide provides simple visual references, along with the appropriate contact information for reporting maintenance concerns for Veteran grave markers.

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Are you actively involved in supporting Branch operations, campaigns, administrative tasks, committee work, or other similar roles? Our monthly Legion Branch Dispatch shares important information to support Branch activities.

In this edition:

• Poppy Campaign resources and updates
• Reminder to Add your Remembrance Day ceremony
• Convention Workshop Presentation Slides
• Call to host the 2028 Dominion Eight Ball Championships
• 2026 Calendar of Notable Dates