Metro boosts Legion, Branch 25, with more than $7,000 in support

Churchill Plaza Metro, with a little help from its friends, worked hard for about six months to raise the money in support of all the Legion does

In picture from left to right: Eric Tibbon- Ass’t Mgr, Ernie Bremner- Br 25 1st VP, Wilma Oliver- Br 25 President, Heather Matte- Front End Mgr, Peter Disisto- Store Mgr, Debbie Rouleau- Br 25 PRO and Joe Manzo- Grocery Mgr. Photo provided

NEWS RELEASE
ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION, BRANCH 25
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Members of the executive of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 25 – Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario were presented a cheque today by the Metro, Churchill Plaza Branch, in the amount of $7,220.

The Legion is extremely grateful to Metro’s Manager, Peter Disisto and his staff for this very generous donation.

The funds were raised at a BBQ held at the Metro Churchill Plaza store on July 17, a staff social, and includes donations from local businesses.

The Legion would like to thank Peter and his staff, and the volunteers who made this possible, including the students from Superior Heights, Korah and St. Mary’s who helped with the BBQ. This is the second year for the BBQ at Metro Churchill Plaza.

About the Royal Canadian Legion

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. The Legion also provides representation and assistance to Veterans, including currently serving Canadian Armed Forces and RCMP, and their families, and access to our services is available to them at no cost, whether or not they are Legion members. The Legion helps thousands of Veterans each year and makes significant positive changes in their lives.

The Legion understands the importance of honouring past sacrifices and acknowledging the courage of those who served and still serve today. Through Remembrance Day ceremonies, the Poppy campaign, commemorative activities, youth education programs and more, the Legion helps Canadians to honour and remember.

Legion Branches are the cornerstone of communities across Canada, and provide one of the largest volunteer bases in the country. With more than 1,400 Branches from coast to coast to coast, our members provide local services and supports to build a stronger Canada. Whether helping local Veterans, supporting seniors, providing youth sports programs, raising funds, volunteering to help those in need, or simply offering a place to gather for fun and celebration, Legionnaires provide essential services in their communities.

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