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Royal Canadian Legion Byron-Springbank Branch 533 poppy logo Byron-Springbank Legion Royal Canadian Legion · Branch 533
Remembrance poppy
The Poppy Fund

Lest we forget.

The poppy is a sacred symbol of remembrance. Every poppy worn, and every dollar given, stays close to home, supporting veterans and their families right here in our community.

$375K
Distributed over the past nine years
$52K
Raised in the 2023 campaign
100%
Stays with local veterans and families
Oct to Nov
Last Friday of October to Remembrance Day
Where it goes

What the Poppy Fund supports.

The Royal Canadian Legion's annual Poppy Campaign runs from the last Friday in October through Remembrance Day. The funds raised do real work, all year round.

Veteran assistance and emergency financial support

Student bursaries for the children of veterans pursuing post-secondary education

Youth education programs in schools

Donations to veteran charities and programs

Support for veterans in retirement and long-term care

2025 donations

Who we helped this year.

Operation Leave the Streets Behind $4,000
Ruck 2 Remember $5,000
District A Hospital Fund $4,000
Ontario Command Charitable Foundation $4,000
Operation Service Dog $2,000
27 Air Cadet Squadron $5,000
Give back

How to donate.

Donations to the Poppy Fund can be made by e-transfer. Every gift goes directly toward supporting veterans and their families in the Byron-Springbank community. Donations are acknowledged with a receipt, though they are not CRA tax deductible.

Donate to the Poppy Fund

Send your e-transfer to the address below, or call the branch to arrange a donation.

rclbr533poppy@gmail.com (519) 472-3300 Call to donate