THE WESTBORO BUGLER - Westboro Legion Branch 480

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THE WESTBORO BUGLER
THE ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION
BRANCH 480 NEWSLETTER
NOVEMBER- DECEMBER 2014
EDITION
E-mail [email protected] for your electronic copy today!
THIS ISSUE
President’s Corner
Remembrance Dinner
Veteran’s Dinner
Poppy News
Letter from Tom Eagles
Letter to Editor
Letter from Bruce Julian
Remembrance Events
A Journey On the Heroes
Highway
Recognition
Casino Rama
Trivia Challenge
Sports & Game Leagues
Marcus Cirillo Trust
Membership Renewal
Book Signing
Entertainment
Last Post
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389 – 391 Richmond Road, Ottawa, ON K2A 0E7 / Office (613) 725-3475 / Lounge (613) 725- 2778 / Fax (613) 725-1311
EXECUTIVE
2014 – 2015
Executive Officers
President
Past President
1st Vice-President
2nd Vice-President
Secretary
Treasurer
Chairman
Sergeant-at-Arms
Ladies Auxiliary Executive
President
1st Vice President
2nd Vice President
3rd Vice President
Treasurer
Secretary
Sergeant-at-Arms
Catering
Honours & Awards
Hospital Visiting
Membership
Records
Sports
Supplies
Telephone Committee
Ways & Means
Doug Cody
Allan Leafloor
Brent Craig
Viana McCloskey
Kyle Ryc
Orrin Kerr
Brent Craig
Keith Brown
Marion Blair
Jackie Albert
Joanne Hothersall
Bonnie Legroulx
Jackie Albert
Kathleen Nelson
vacant
Bonnie Legroulx
Emily Pelletier
/ Noella Wilkinson
Joanne Hothersall
vacant
Emily Pelletier
Tammy Tracey
Emily Pelletier
Shelley Raymond
vacant
Branch Committee Chairs
Bar Operations
Bingo
Bursary
Cadet Liaison
Constitution & By-Laws
Donations
Entertainment
Honours & Awards
Hospital Visiting
Ladies Auxiliary Liaison
Legion Seniors
Membership
Newsletter
Parade Commander
Parade Organization
Poppy
Property
Public Relations
Sergeant-At-Arms
Service Officer
Special Events
Sports
Telephone
Track & Field
Training & Organizational
Development
Treasurer
Ways & Means
Web Site
Youth Education
Janet Richard
Doug Cody
Carol Raoult
Steve Craig
Brent Craig
Viana McCloskey
Janet Richard
Richard Pharand
vacant
Laurie Cody
Barbara Pharand
Phil Whitehead
Leslie Durocher
Orrin Kerr
Orrin Kerr
Doug Cody
Allan Leafloor
Claudine Wilson
Keith Brown
Brent Craig /
Bruce Poulin
Viana McCloskey
Steve Craig
Barbara Pharand
Carol Raoult
Doug Cody
Orrin Kerr
vacant
André Ouellette
Carol Raoult
PRESIDENT’S CORNER
The year is now well underway. As indicated previously we have been working at
reducing some expenses to try to improve the Branch’s bottom line – regular paid Friday
night entertainment cut out, the security company changed, no paid bartender on
Monday nights. We are also looking at some new sources of revenue to augment our
regular activities. One of these is open mic (pronounce mike) which has a features a
variety of rock, country and jazz. I have attended a few nights and am enjoying the mix.
Originally at no cost we are now paying a small weekly fee. Word is spreading and we
are seeing a variety of participating musicians and a slowly growing audience.
We have been organizing a mix of activities – music (Country Music Appreciation Event),
trivia (Trivia For Charity), annual Veteran’s Dinner, senior’s interest (Tea and Toast)
along with our regular sports and entertainment. Keep up on what is going on in the
Branch and let your friends know what is happening as well.
We are about helping veterans, promoting remembrance and service to the community.
We can also enjoy ourselves along the way.
In September I was at the Zone G-5 convention at Stittsville Branch and in October I
attended the District G convention in Kingston (Sunday only) with Comrades Brent Craig
and Carol Raoult. During the ride to Kingston we talked about a lot of things and will be
discussing a number of them with the Executive in the near future.
Recently I was talking to a Branch member about attending conventions. We both feel it
is important that the Branch be represented at these events. I have attended a fair number
of Zone and District conventions over the last number of years. Since 2010 I have
attended all 3 Dominion (Winnipeg, Halifax, Edmonton) and both Provincial (Sault Ste.
Marie, Kingston) conventions in company with Comrade Brent Craig. The Branch
member I was talking to was under the impression that the Branch had completely paid
for those out of town trips. For the record, the Branch provided Brent and I a total of
$1,500 ($750 each) to attend the Dominion convention in Winnipeg. It did not cover all
our expenses. The Branch’s financial picture since that time has been such that Brent and
I have travelled at our own expense and the Branch has only covered the convention
registration fees. We go to these events because we feel it is important that the Branch be
represented during discussions that cover the whole organization and will have an
impact right down to our level. Both Brent and I have stood up at the microphone when
we felt there were issues we thought should be addressed. We talk to members from
across the country to get different perspectives and visit local Branches to mine for ideas
which we might be able to make use of in our Branch or Zone. And yes we do enjoy
ourselves during our time away.
Doug Cody
MILITARY SERVICE RECOGNITION BOOK
The first volume of the Military Service Recognition Book has been published. The
Branch received a number of copies which will be distributed free of charge to local
schools, manors, etc. Of the names submitted so far from this Branch only one was put
into this volume (James Simmonds). Submissions for future editions will be taken by me
and sent in. There is no idea when a particular name will be in a volume.
Doug Cody
Remembrance Dinner
An item about this event was missed in the last issue.
The Branch will be holding its Remembrance Dinner on Saturday 08 November.
Timings: Meet and Greet at 5:30. Supper at 6:30.
Meal:
Roast beef with fixings ($20) or Vegetarian Option ($15).
Dress:
Legion with medals.
Cut – Off Date:
Sunday 02 November
Veteran’s Dinner
On 14 October the Branch held its annual Veteran’s Dinner. This year Branch members
were joined by residents from Perley-Rideau hospital, West End Villa, New Orchard,
Hillel and Carlingview, about 80 persons in all. Our Doris Jenkins and a few others from
the Perley were unable to make it due to a quarantine placed on their floor.
After the dinner Comrade Howard “Scotty” Scott was presented with the Korean
“Ambassador For Peace Medal” by the Defence Attache from the Embassy of the
Republic of Korea Colonel Jang Min Choi and his Aide. There was no doubt that Scotty
was surprised and pleased.
Thanks to the L.A. for providing the shepherd’s pie and quiche.
Some of our guests at the Veteran’s Dinner
Howard “Scotty” Scott receiving award from Colonel Choi and Aide
POPPY NEWS
This year’s campaign will last from Friday 31 October until Monday 10 November – 11
days. It is the shortest possible campaign possible. The longest would be 17 days.
In addition to our business routes, manors and schools we will be located in 6 commercial
spots – Carlingwood (2), Westgate, Lincoln Fields, Ikea, Real Canadian Superstore and
Walmart Laurentian. There are still some spots available so check with me to see if there
is a location and time that would suit your schedule. My number is 722-8859.
Thanks to Comrade Evelyn Brunton who suggested getting trays put together during our
Saturday night entertainment. On Oct 18th and 25th a lot of trays were dealt with. Thanks
to all who helped out. There is no question that many hands make light work.
Remembrance Day Services
Carlingwood Shopping Centre
11:00 a.m.
Westboro Cenotaph (unofficial gathering)
11:00 a.m.
Westboro Cenotaph
preceded by parade that starts at 1:45
2:00 p.m.
Requests have been made for Branches to start distributing poppies immediately due to
the deaths of Corporal Nathan Cirillo and Warrant Officer Patrice Vincent. The Royal
Canadian Legion’s policy will not allow that to happen. Our Branch did receive such a
request and we have made available poppy pins and poppy wrist bands which we are
allowed to do. These are currently available at the upstairs bar and Monkey Joe’s Bar and
Grill on Carling Avenue.
Doug Cody
Poppy Chair
Letter to the Editor from the Royal Canadian Legion
On Monday, Oct. 27, Dominion President Tom Eagles sent the following letter to the national
media. It asks Canadians to join the Legion’s national letter-writing campaign to urge the
Government to act now and implement the recommendations from the ACVA report.
As We Prepare to Remember Our Fallen, and Those Who Serve, Government Again
Fails Our Soldiers
With November 11th just around the corner, a great deal of focus will once again come
upon the sacrifices of the men and women who gave their lives in the service of
Canada. Millions of Canadians will pay their respects to the soldiers, sailors, airmen
and airwomen, along with members of the RCMP, who put their lives on the line to
protect us every day. Yet each day that goes by, the Government of Canada is failing to
take up the torch and provide the proper care and benefits for our ill and injured
Veterans and their families. Almost 40 experts recently gave evidence before the
Parliamentary Standing Committee on Veterans Affairs (ACVA), laying out in precise
detail the situation faced by Canada's Veterans. The Committee considered this
evidence and drafted a series of 14 recommendations.
The Committee's report, which was unanimously supported by all of its members (who
represented all political parties), laid out its recommendations in a straight forward
manner that the Government could follow to address ways in which Canada could
provide enhanced care for its Veterans. And how did the Government respond? Here is
a quote from the response, "…the Government is pleased to indicate that it agrees with
the spirit and intent of the vast majority of the Committee's recommendations. Many of
these recommendations involve potentially complex changes to some Veteran
programming. The implications of any potential changes must, therefore, be carefully
assessed." But wait a second, Government just heard from almost 40 experts; it has 14
recommendations that clearly spell out what needs to be done. What more could
possibly need to be assessed?
This isn't a new situation. The Government of Canada has been dealing with Veterans
since the end of the First World War. Certainly the Government wants us to all
remember that 2014 marks the 100th Anniversary of this conflict. But why the
Government continues to have almost the same issues in looking after ill and injured
service personnel after all these years is astonishing. Studies, committee meetings,
expert evidence, and countless reports over the years have all spoken to the fact there
are clearly shortcomings in Veterans' care.
What is different now is that the Government has clear directions to address the major
issues that will improve the lives of Veterans and their families. Regrettably what is the
same is the use of Government-speak such as, "Given the interdepartmental, fiscal and
legal implications of this recommendation, further due diligence is required to address
this proposal."
The Royal Canadian Legion will not idly stand by. Our call to action has gone out and
we launched a national letter writing campaign calling on the Government to take the
action needed to implement the recommendations from the ACVA report. We are
calling on all Canadians to support this effort and send a letter to their Member of
Parliament right from the Legion's website http://www.legion.ca/call-for-action-onthe-new-veterans-charter/
There should be no doubt that the adequate care for our injured Veterans and their
families is an urgent issue, particularly as we place more military personnel in harm's
way with new military operations Canada is engaging in. The men and women who
deal with the shortcomings of the current care and benefits programs offered by the
Government suffer every day at great personal and financial expense. Their families
suffer right along with them. For those who have done so much for our country, it is the
very least we can do to "…take up the torch, be yours to hold it high." We must not
break faith with those who die. Send the Legion's letter to your MP today and show you
care for all of Canada's ill and injured Veterans.
Thank you, on behalf of the more than 300,000 Royal Canadian Legion members across
Canada.
Courtesy of "The Chronicle Herald" and available for purchase at www.HeraldShop.ca,
with 50% of the proceeds going to the family of Nathan Cirillo.
'A Journey On the Heroes Highway'
A journey on the Heroes Highway, A very singular personal 'ride'.
He awakens in almost all of us, a stirring National Pride.
The cost to him, no fee is asked, He has already paid the fare.
In love, service and dedication, protecting our lovely country fair.
He does not see with mortal eyes there are people standing by.
He cannot feel the breeze upon his face, as he travels home or see so many
people cry.
He will not view the people on the route standing to pay respects
He only knows that he is, "Loved and Brave and Good and Proud,"
He has awakened by his His death, our Country's thoughts & Goals.
2014 © Brian McPhillips
(On Facebook: Capital B Brian McPhillips)
RECOGNITION
In this picture Comrade Eleanor Cowburn is recognized for her 60 years of membership in The Royal
Canadian Legion. Eleanor was not able to attend our Honours and Awards event in the Spring.
In this picture Comrade Louise Schreyer-Dafoe is presented with a Certificate of Appreciation for her
assistance to the Legion National Darts Championship which was held in the Spring at Orleans Branch.
Comrade Corey North will also be receiving a certificate.
Richard Pharand
Honours and Awards
Bus Trip to Casino Rama
On the morning of October 8, 45 of us set off on our three-day trip to the casino, hotel,
and entertainment complex near Orillia.
On Day One, we enjoyed a dinner buffet and had time to play the slot machines and/or
visit the gaming tables (blackjack, baccarat, roulette, craps, and more). On the second
day, we also went on a shopping excursion to Orillia.
The hotel was very accommodating, providing everything we needed. There were
accessible rooms for people with disabilities and restaurants on site. On October 10, as
we were leaving for home, the casino’s bus tour coordinator came on our bus and passed
out water and cookies for everyone. A real treat.
One of the participants, Joan Richard, summed up her experience, saying: “What a
beautiful trip! Everything was super. The rooms were gorgeous. I loved all of it and
definitely would go again.”
Special thanks to Ruby McKinney for helping to make this trip run so smoothly.
We are looking into organizing another trip to Casino Rama in the spring. Check the
branch bulletin boards, our website (www.rcl480.com), our Facebook page, and/or
Twitter (@WestboroLegion) for updates.
Janet Richard
BAR OPERATIONS
Casual bartender required.
Bartending shift would be every Friday evening and every other Saturday evening.
Also to replace someone when needed.
Smartserve certification required.
Call Westboro Branch 480 at 725-2778 between 12:00 – 6:00 p.m. or Janet 225-0895.
Janet Richard
Bar Operations
YOUTH EDUCATION
Deadline for this year’s Literary and Poster Contests is Friday 14 November.
Carol Raoult
Youth Education
EAST COAST KITCHEN PARTY
We will be holding another East Coast Kitchen Party on Sunday 16 November.
Music will be from 2:00 until 6:00 p.m. Cost will be $10 for one person or $15 for two.
More details will be on the poster which was not ready for this publication.
MARCUS CIRILLO TRUST
The family of Corporal Nathan Cirillo, the Argyll Regimental Foundation on behalf of
The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders of Canada, and True Patriot Love are
announcing the creation of a special trust for Corporal Cirillo’s son.
Every dollar raised by the Argyll Regimental Foundation and by the Regiment will go
directly to the Marcus Cirillo Trust. The TD Bank has generously set up a trust account
for Marcus so that individuals anywhere in Canada may also make a direct contribution
at their local bank (TD Bank, Transit # 2221, Account #6391935).
Kathy Cirillo, Nathan’s mother and Marcus’ grandmother, is overwhelmed by the
compassion, the concern, and the condolences for her son and her grandson. She has
expressed her abiding thanks to all Canadians for their thoughts, their prayers, and this
generous act of lasting remembrance.
MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL
Renew your branch membership by Nov. 30 and save $10. Those who renew by
December 31, 2014 will save $5.
WICKEDLY WESTBORO
SCAVENGER HUNT
Our branch was a ballot drop-off point for the Westboro BIA’s Halloween activity on
Saturday, October 25. Youth volunteers staffed the table in our downstairs hall from
10 a.m. to 4 p.m., giving away treats and collecting the scavenger hunt ballots. We’re
happy and proud to have been part of this fun community event this year.
Branch 480’s Battle of Britain Commemoration in Photos
Photos by Jess Lough
ENTERTAINMENT
November 1
7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
November 28
November 29
November 30
Halloween Party
Lorne Daley & the
Riccochet Riders
Open Mic Night
Remembrance Dinner
Doug & Pam Champagne Trio
Remembrance Day:
Service at Carlingwood
Service & wreath laying
ceremony Westboro Cenotaph
Country Mile
Open Mic Night
Flea Market
Hank’s Hangover
East Coast Kitchen Party
Open Mic Night
Book Signing by Author
Jennifer Erin Hulshof-Boone
The Classics
Open Mic Night
Dan Burgess
Euchre Tournament
December 5
December 6
December 12
December 13
December 19
December 20
December 26
December 27
Open Mic Night
Nostalgia
Open Mic Night
Endangered Country
Open Mic Night
Y-Knot-3
Open Mic Night
Country Mile
7:00 p.m. – Closing
7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
November 7
November 8
November 11
November 14
November 15
November 16
November 21
November 22
6:30 p.m.
7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
11:00 a.m.
2:00 p.m.
3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
12:00 p.m.
Schedule subject to change without notice! Check at the Branch updates.
LAST POST
BRULE, Vincent
At home on Sunday, September 21, 2014 at the age of 82.
Beloved husband of 60 years to Gwen. Loving father of Sharon
(Mike), Janet (Haz), Colleen and Mark. Cherished Grandpa of
Nicholas, Taylor, Owen, Madeleine and Thompson. Dear
brother of Jack (Ellen), Jean (Pete), Bernadette, Bob, Ron (Nancy)
and sister-in-law Pearl. Predeceased by his sister Alice (Ray);
brother Richard and brother-in- law John. He will be fondly
remembered by his many nieces, nephews and dear friends.
POTTS, Gary E. (Past Branch President)
It is with great sadness, we announce the death of our beloved
husband and father, Gary Potts on August 25th, 2014 at age 76.
He leaves behind his loving wife Patsy of 49 years, his most
treasured son, Jason (Shauna McGrath).
His precious
granddaughters Olivia and Emma.
Forever loved.
In
Memoriam donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or to
the Canadian Lung Association appreciated.
WE WILL REMEMBER THEM
LAST POST
VAILLANT, Harold
No details available at time of publishing.
Ordinary Members
Associate Members
WE WILL REMEMBER THEM

THE WESTBORO BUGLER - Westboro Legion Branch 480

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