410 King Street, Niagara on the Lake, ON
The Royal Canadian Legion was founded on November 25, 1925, by First World War veterans. Branch 124 in Niagara-on-the-Lake was established in 1928 with 31 founding members. The branch grew, and in 1930, it rented the Curtis House. During the Great Depression, finances were scarce, and the branch temporarily moved several times.
In 1935, the branch moved to 272 King St. and was officially renamed General Nelles Branch in 1938 in honor of its first president, General Charles M. Nelles. The branch continued to grow, and in 1942, the Ladies Auxiliary was established, allowing women to join.
During World War II, the branch supported soldiers and their families. After the war, membership increased, and the branch expanded its activities. In 1947, the branch moved to "The Pines" at Ricardo and Wellington streets. The branch initiated projects such as a housing complex, a sports park, and a public cemetery.
In the 1960s, the branch continued to support veterans and the community. In 1967, the branch opened its current location at 410 King St. Today, the General Nelles Branch remains an integral part of the community, supporting veterans and local projects.
Key Milestones:
Come enjoy a great meal
on Thursdays
from 4:00pm - 7:00pm
haddock, french fries and coleslaw
1 piece fish dinner for $ 12.00
2 piece fish dinner for $ 18.00
Extra coleslaw, french fries and fish
available for additional charge
Thank you for your support!
We continue to serve weekly until mid-December.
Our mission is to serve Veterans, including serving military and RCMP members and their families, to promote Remembrance, and to serve our communities and our country.
The Royal Canadian Legion was founded by Veterans and for Veterans. We advocate for the care and benefits for all who served Canada, regardless of when or where they served.
There are many activities
throughout the year
in our clubroom.
All is welcome to join in the fun!
The most sacrosanct and central element in Remembrance is the Two Minutes of Silence.
At the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, the month, day and time in 1918 when the First World War ceased hostilities, Canadians pause to observe two minutes of silence to honour the Fallen, and recognize the sacrifices or servicemen and women.
The Legion acknowledges the end of conflicts and does not commemorate the start of conflicts. The most sacred day of Remembrance is Remembrance Day. Every year, on November 11, the Legion recognizes all of Canada’s Veterans, serving and retired, and commemorates our Fallen, including the men and women of the Canadian Armed Forces, RCMP, Peace Officers, Merchant Navy, and Reserves. On that day, we also honour the families and their losses.
Canadians wear a Poppy as a visual pledge to never forget those who served and sacrificed for our country.
The poppy campaign raises funds to support Veterans and their families in need. We invite everyone across the country to show their recognition by proudly wearing this symbol of Remembrance. Poppies are distributed freely, but your generous donations are invaluable and welcome.
When a Poppy is removed, it should be stored appropriately, or disposed of respectfully. We encourage anyone who finds a Poppy that has fallen to the ground to pick it up, brush it off, wear it or dispose of it with respect.
The Legion encourages the wearing of Poppies at funerals of Veterans, and for any commemorative event such as a memorial service, or the anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge.
We invite Canadian youth and children to honour Canada’s Veterans and foster the tradition of Remembrance through visual art, writing, and video. The contests include multiple levels of competition. Poster and literary works compete at the Legion Branch (local) level, with winning entries moving forward to the provincial level.
Video entries compete at the provincial Legion Command level and then finalists move forward for final judging by the Legion National Foundation to determine the national winners.
Contest Categories:
Posters - Black and White
Posters - Colour
Essay
Poem
Teachers and principals, please reach out to
the branch for more information
legion124@gmail.com or 905-468-2353
Canada’s youth play a crucial role in the growth of our communities and in continuing the tradition of Remembrance. We encourage youth leadership through a number of ways.
Interested in becoming a Legion member?
Come on into 410 King Street, NOTL and complete an membership application.
Membership dues are $ 40.00 annually
(+ one time new member fee of $7.00)
Or you may join online at https://legion.ca/join-us and select Branch 124 Niagara on the Lake in the branch locator
Office Hours Monday to Friday 10:00am-2:00pm
Office Closed on Statutory Holidays but Bar maybe open
410 King Street, Niagara on the Lake, ON
Mon | Closed | |
Tue | 02:00 p.m. – 07:00 p.m. | |
Wed | 02:00 p.m. – 07:00 p.m. | |
Thu | 02:00 p.m. – 08:00 p.m. | |
Fri | 02:00 p.m. – 09:00 p.m. | |
Sat | 01:00 p.m. – 08:00 p.m. | |
Sun | 02:00 p.m. – 07:00 p.m. |
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