Royal Canadian Legion Branch 375 Richmond Hill

01/15/2025

Friday January 17 – Food Service

Food Service this week is scheduled for Friday, January 17. This week’s meal being prepared by Chef Johnny is Shepherd’s Pie with side salad and a dinner roll. As with previous events the service will be available between 5:00 and 7:00 PM. Price will be $20 (cash only - tax included) and you do need to reserve your seats by texting (647) 224-1615. Please book early, to give chef Johnny an idea of how much to prepare. Open your text message with the word CITRO followed by your name, number of guests and preferred seating time.

Licensed bar service available separately (credit, debit or cash). Limited selection of desserts available for purchase, as well as coffee and tea. Please join us for a lovely meal and traditional Legion ambiance. Don’t forget to invite your friends. If you think you may like to take-away any leftovers, please bring your own container.

01/13/2025

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Spotted at The Penthouse in Vancouver

Credit: Rocky_Loves_Emily_

01/12/2025

Today was our first opportunity since Covid days for an Induction of new members and almost the full complement of 27 new members were on hand for the swearing in ceremony. President Terri O'Connor, Sergeant-At-Arms Brad Scragg and outgoing membership chair Phyllis Archibald presided over the formalities. Welcome to all new members .... many of which are already contributing with volounteer time.

01/07/2025

If you have family or friends that meet the requirements of the Royal Canadian Legion's Bursary Assistance Program make sure you check out the attached and make them aware of the potential financial support that may be available to them

01/07/2025

Food Service returns at Branch 375, scheduled for this Saturday, January 11. This week’s meal being prepared by Chef Johnny is a sauteed chicken, mushroom and sun-dried tomato Risotto with a side salad. As with previous events the service will be available between 5:00 and 7:00 PM. Price will be $20 (cash only - tax included) and you do need to reserve your seats by texting (647) 224-1615. Please book early, to give chef Johnny an idea of how much Risotto to prepare. Open your text message with the word CITRO followed by your name, number of guests and preferred seating time.

Licensed bar service available separately (credit, debit or cash). Limited selection of desserts available for purchase, as well as coffee and tea. Please join us for a lovely meal and traditional Legion ambiance. Don’t forget to invite your friends. If you think you may like to take-away any leftovers, please bring your own container.

01/04/2025

The Richmond Hill Legion kicked off 2025 with a New Year's Eve Dance to a full house of fun and lots of great dancing. It was wonderful having so many people filling our Main Hall to welcome in the New Year. We want to thank all those who attended and all the volunteer members of our event team who worked very hard in making the hall look very festive, assembling the beautiful centre pieces, arranging prizes and preparing and serving the late night hot table. It was fabulous!
If you are looking for space for your next special event, contact our Event Coordinator Lori at [email protected]
Have a Happy and Healthy New Year from the Richmond Hill Legion.

01/02/2025

The Buddy Check Coffee program for Veterans is now taking place on the second Monday of every month. The details are below or feel free to contact Morris directly for more information at [email protected]. Please share this information with any local Veteran you feel may benefit from meeting other local Veterans.

12/24/2024

Our 3rd VP, comrade Bernie dePaulsen represented Branch 375, joining many other members of Zone E2 at the Sunnybrook Vet’s Centre, on Sunday, December 22nd. They were there to deliver the Christmas stockings to our deserving veterans.

Comrade Bernie made a point of sharing a big thank you to comrade Mike Burton and everyone else who contributed to this initiative. Together we can continue to honour and support our veterans, not just during the holidays, but throughout the year. Merry Christmas and a heartfelt salute to those who served and sacrificed for our freedom.

Comrade Bernie also added that this time of year reminds him of the importance of gratitude, kindness and connection. Seeing the smiles on the veteran’s faces was a heartwarming reminder of how small gestures can make such a big difference.

We Will Remember.

12/24/2024

Had a surprise visit at the Branch this week from the staff of Richmond Hill Honda. They dropped off this lovely basket of 'treats'. Our members will enjoy these during upcoming member events. Huge thanks and shout-out to them.

12/20/2024

Yesterday, members of York Regional Police alongside Legion volunteers organized a trip to Sunnybrook to visit with our beloved veterans and to deliver Christmas gifts. What an amazing and memborable visit it was with lots of one-on-one conversation and story telling. Below is one of our dedicated and hard working Legion members and volunteers Sharon having a very interesting conversation with Jim, who served as a gunner on RCAF aircraft during WWll. Incredible! (More pictures will be added to this story shortly)

12/14/2024

Legion volounteering at Costco, Elgin Mills with Salvation Army Kettle program. Comrade RH Councillor Scott Thompson passing the bells to comrade Ross Toms for next shift. Drop by and give from the heart ....

12/13/2024

The members of the Branch decided it was time for a serious donation to the Richmond Hill Foodbank with Christmas coming, and knowing that a cash donation usually goes towards needed fresh foods and produce. Lots of volunteers all busy as 'elves' today, at the Richmond Hill Community Foodbank site on Newkirk when comrade Ross dropped by to donate a $2K cheque. The shelves in the background show that there is room for more stock, so please take the time to donate. The funds from our donation are earned through our partnership with Bingo World and Gaming Richmond Hill and goes a long way to help local people in need. Especially important at this time of year ……

12/13/2024

Zone E2 Sunnybrook Chair, comrade Mike Burton, dropped by the branch last evening for a brief ceremony to present branch members (and veterans), comrades Brian McNiece and Frank Seguin with recognition awards for their significant contributions toward the annual Sunnybrook Veterans Christmas Stocking Program.

Huge shout-out to comrades Brian and Frank.

12/12/2024

Quick presentation at the Branch then I dropped by a Legion member's establishment for his scrumptious Bar-B chicken and Mac & Cheese. Thanks comrade Aneal. Aneal's Taste of the Islands

12/12/2024

Thank you to everyone who purchased tickets for the New Year's Eve Dance.

12/09/2024

Friday December 13th, dinner menu. This week’s meal being prepared by Chef Johnny is Penne ala Vodka: sauteed double smoked bacon & onion in a vodka Rose sauce (tomato sauce + cream + butter + vodka). Dinner roll and side green salad with aged balsamic and extra virgin olive oil dressing. As with previous events the service will be available between 4:00 and 6:30 PM. Price will be $20 (cash only - tax included) and you do need to reserve your seats by texting (647) 224-1615. Please book early, as last week we had to turn people away who did not have a reservation. Open your text message with the word CITRO followed by your name, number of guests and preferred seating time.

Licensed bar service available separately (credit, debit or cash). Limited selection of desserts available for purchase, as well as coffee and tea. Please join us for a lovely meal and traditional Legion ambiance. Don’t forget to invite your friends. If you think you may like to take-away any leftovers, please bring your own container.

12/05/2024

Welcome in 2025 at the Richmond Hill Legion!

12/04/2024

Great basket draw at the Branch. $5 per ticket, purchase from the Bar Stewards. Draw planned for Dec. 20th.