Legion Levee welcomes new members, public

The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 124 held its annual levee Monday, which included welcoming six new members who declared their allegiance to the sovereign and loyalty to Canada.

MP Tony Baldinelli was one of the new members gathered for the Loyal Toast and branch president Al Howse’s explanation of some symbols of the legion, such as the Union flag, the poppy and the torch. 

Howse said he was pleased to announce that the membership of the branch is growing, that Branch 124 raised more than $150,000 for the cenotaph project, and that this branch is financially comfortable. Priorities include repairs, improvements, and upgrades, including to the roof, he said.

Several dignitaries spoke, with the overwhelming theme one of hope for 2024.