Bradford Legion

09/02/2025

🎓 Attention Students & Families!
The Royal Canadian Legion Ontario Command Bursary Program is now accepting applications for the 2025/26 academic year — opening September 1, 2025!

💰 Up to $1,250 is available for eligible students entering or continuing post-secondary education.
📧 Apply easily by email — no postage required!
📄 New fillable PDF form with drop-downs, checkboxes, and built-in calculations!

🔍 Who can apply?
Children, grandchildren, and spouses of:
🇨🇦 Canadian Forces members (serving or retired)
🎖️ Legion members (Ordinary, Life, Associate)
🎗️ Ladies’ Auxiliary members
🧰 Apprentices and distance education students may also qualify!

📅 Deadline to apply:
🕔 Last Friday of March 2026

📲 Get full details & the new application form here:
👉 Scan the QR code on the flyer OR visit https://on.legion.ca/remembrance/bursaries

💬 Questions? Contact the Program Coordinator:
📧 [email protected]
☎️ 1-888-207-0939

🖼️ Please share or tag a student who could benefit from this opportunity!
Let’s help support the next generation of leaders. 🌟

09/02/2025

09/02/2025

27 years ago, tragedy struck the east coast.

On the evening of September 2, 1998, Swissair Flight 111 crashed near Peggy’s Cove, Nova Scotia. All 215 passengers and 14 crew members were killed, making it the second-deadliest air accident to ever occur in Canada.

Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), the Coast Guard and the RCMP played key roles in the response, which was named Operation Persistence. More than 2,400 CAF members took part.

For weeks, CAF members searched the coast for remains and wreckage.

Their hard work and dedication will not be forgotten.

Read more: https://ow.ly/maUp50WPHu6

Photo: CF Combat Camera / Caméra de combat des FC

09/02/2025

08/28/2025

Heads up, Midland, Ontario, are you ready for the first ever Snowbirds performance over Midland Bay!

We are bringing our signature Snowbird formations to your skies on Wednesday, 10 September. Stay tuned for show times and best spot to watch the show!

Get ready for the smoke, the roar, and the unmistakable pride of your Canadian Forces Snowbirds.

Look up, cheer loud, and let’s make it a night to remember over Midland Bay!
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File Photo: Connor Earl Aviation

08/28/2025

This proud PPCLI veteran received his replacement UN medal but I also applied for his CPSM which he wasn’t aware of. Now he has his full entitlement.

Keep those requests coming, and keep sending your photos in guys.

Have a great day,

Kyle

08/28/2025

37 Orville Hand Air Cadets
Parents Information and
Registration Night
Wednesday Sept. 3rd
6:30PM
Bradford Legion -Heroes Hall

Open to anyone age 12-18.
Come out to ask questions or sign up. Meet the returning Cadets and Commanding Officer Capt. Pleau.
Learn about the Squadron Sponsoring Committee and how you can support the Bradford Air Cadet Squadron.

Learn more on

37 ORVILLE HAND ROYAL CANADIAN AIR CADET SQUADRON JOIN 37 SQUADRON TODAY! Building the Leaders of Tomorrow in Bradford West Gwillimbury Join Our Squadron Today! Cadets are supervised and trained by members of the Canadian Armed Forces, and civilian volunteers from the Bradford community Join US Stay...

08/28/2025

Have kids aged 9-12 and looking for a great program? Check out the Navy League Cadets (based out of Newmarket Optimist Hall)

Ready for an AMAZING YEAR?

08/28/2025

A reminder that the deadline for Remembrance Row submissions is coming up!

Remembrance Row is a memorable on-course and virtual feature that reminds us of the sacrifices made by the men and women who serve Canada. Race participants have the opportunity to honour their loved ones who served by showcasing photographs of Veterans who have passed.

Remembrance Row submissions can be made until September 5, 2025.
For information about the submission process, please visit: https://armyrun.ca/share-your-story/ -remembrance

08/28/2025

Be vigilant friends.

SOUTH SIMCOE POLICE WARN PUBLIC ABOUT COUNTERFEIT MONEY CIRCULATING

On August 25, 2025, South Simcoe Police received a report from a member of the public who had unknowingly received counterfeit money as part of a Facebook Marketplace transaction.

Through investigation, South Simcoe Police determined that the victim had completed a transaction with a female individual located in Toronto, Ontario. The victim received what they believed to be three (3) genuine 100 Canadian dollar bills. Unfortunately, when the victim attempted to deposit the funds at a local bank in Bradford West Gwillimbury, the bank employee advised that the bills were not legal tender. Upon closer inspection of the currency, the bills were lighter, different material of paper and shade of colour, and slightly more transparent. Additionally, the clear portion is not consistent with real legal tender and all three (3) bills in this incident shared the same serial number. The victim notified South Simcoe Police to report the incident.

South Simcoe Police are warning the public of counterfeit currency that is circulating in our region. These counterfeit bills closely resemble genuine bank notes and may be difficult to detect at first glance. Police are urging businesses and the public to remain vigilant and to inspect your cash carefully.

How to detect counterfeit bills:
• Feel, look and flip; the polymer should feel smooth.
• Fake bills lack security features such as holograms.
• Original bills have raised ink on shoulders of the large portrait.
• Compare with a bill you know is real.

If you suspect a counterfeit bill:
• Politely refuse it.
• Ask for another form of payment.
• Contact police if you encounter suspected counterfeit money.

Additional information and tips for recognizing counterfeit money can be found on the Bank of Canada’s website.
www.bankofcanada.ca/banknotes/counterfeit-prevention