The Royal Canadian Legion officially begins its 50th Dominion Convention

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Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by GlobeNewswire The Royal Canadian Legion officially begins its 50th Dominion ConventionAuthor of the article:Members celebrate, commemorate, and get down to business in WinnipegTHIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountOTTAWA, Aug. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — With a parade from Winnipeg’s Legislature to its cenotaph for a thoughtful Remembrance ceremony, The Royal Canadian Legion began the first day of its national convention which is held every two years in Canada. The Sunday morning opening was preceded by a special 100th anniversary evening banquet featuring music by the Winnipeg Police Pipe Band, and HMCS Chippewa, and was crowned by a sparkly fireworks display outside Winnipeg’s RBC convention centre.Close to 1000 delegates and guests from across Canada and beyond are gathering to discuss issues of importance to Veterans, and to the organization’s strategic programs and direction. Over the course of four days, a new Dominion President and senior officers will be elected, and representatives will vote on issues affecting the Legion’s operations and its future.Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againOutgoing Dominion President Berkley Lawrence is proud of the Legion’s 100-year history and is looking to the future especially in light of the over 100,000 new members that have joined during its anniversary year.“I could not be prouder,” Lawrence says. “I am honoured to be in this role during this pivotal time in the Legion’s history. I know there are a lot of good things to come and I hope all our members, partners and supporters come along for the ride – it’s going to be a good one!”On the official first day of the convention, Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba the Honourable Anita R. Neville, David Pankratz, Special Envoy for Military Affairs from the Province of Manitoba, and Winnipeg Deputy Mayor Markus Chambers shared thoughtful greetings, while Canada’s Minister of Veterans Affairs, the Honourable Jill McKnight shared her own family’s positive history with the Legion growing up, noting the Legion’s past is a “bridge to a limitless future.”The Honourable Philip Astor, grandson of the Legion’s founder and first Grand President, Field Marshal Haig of Britain, spoke of his forefather’s life and contributions. The latter had great concern for the care of returning Veterans and was instrumental in the formation of the original organization that led to The Royal Canadian Legion of today. He also shared his experience of visiting the Canadian National Vimy Memorial in France, saying “I know that I shall never forget my own experience there, and nor I might add, shall I forget Canadian service (and) sacrifice, that it so powerfully commemorates.” He later officially opened the convention.Throughout the conference, guest speakers including the country’s Veterans’ Ombud, Canadian Armed Forces representatives, and international Legion representatives from the United States, Britain, and Scotland, are among those scheduled to share insights and updates.The Legion’s Dominion Convention runs from August 23-26. Held every two years at varying locations across the country, the next Dominion Convention will be held in August 2028, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.This advertisement has not loaded yet.This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.See speaker highlights here: Media advisoryAbout The Royal Canadian LegionEstablished in 1926, the Legion is Canada’s largest Veteran support and community service organization. We are a non-profit organization with a national reach across Canada as well as branches in the U.S. and Europe. With over 300,000 members, many of whom volunteer an extraordinary amount of time to their branches, our strength is in our numbers.Photos accompanying this announcement are available atNotice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.