Port Morien Legion- Branch 055

10/08/2026

The next few weekends are just around the corner, and we can’t wait to see you all!

Be sure to mark your calendars, spread the word, and join us see!

09/19/2026

October is shaping up nicely!

We’re excited about what’s ahead and hope to add our pop-up tea event to the calendar. Stay tuned for details!

In the meantime, mark your calendars and come join us! We can’t wait to see you!

09/08/2026

It’s almost here! The Port Morien Community Fair is happening this Saturday!

Come out for a fun-filled day, enjoy the festivities, connect with friends and neighbours, and celebrate our amazing community!

We can’t wait to see you there!

08/13/2026

Reflections by Ron Peach, a former president of RCL Branch 055, Port Morien, on the life and legacy of Leroy Peach


The recent passing of Comrade Leroy Payne Peach marks the end of an era and the closing of another chapter in the annals of RCL Branch 055.

A proud son of the community, Leroy left home as a young man and joined the R.C.A.F., serving several years before leaving to indulge his true passion: learning and writing. Becoming an educator, not just a teacher, he shared his passion with the youth of the province, not only influencing the future of many young, impressionable people, but, in the process, forming many life-long friendships.

Following retirement from his highly successful career, he returned to the one place that never left his mind or his heart: Port Morien. But he did not sit idly watching the world pass by. He jumped into community life and its betterment with both feet, becoming actively involved in many aspects of life in a small community.

Probably the greatest beneficiary of his enthusiasm and commitment was our branch of the Royal Canadian Legion. In spite of his many other involvements, the branch was never far from his heart. He joined at a time when, owing to a number of factors, the branch had begun a downward spiral to financial ruin and its possible demise. With his usual enthusiasm and unwavering desire to get things done, he, along with a small number of other members, began the long, arduous process of rescuing the branch. This included restructuring the executive and developing a new outlook for the future. New members were recruited and numerous fundraising projected planned and executed.

Leroy was in the vanguard of this process, working tirelessly to raise funds through dinners, auctions, ticket draws and other initiatives. Much of his involvement went largely unnoticed as it was carried out behind the scenes, donating high-value prizes for ticket draws, providing seats to Maple Leaf games from his own season ticket holdings, cajoling and coercing people into providing tangible goods and time commitments toward our efforts. Leroy was always actively involved in various aspects of our branch’s life, generally leading the charge, but as his age progressed, more often as a cheerleader from the sidelines, but never far from the centre of the action. Advice, solicited or otherwise, was freely given.

The current status of our branch shows that his efforts were largely fruitful and helped stabilize the branch for the future. For his efforts, he was presented with both a meritorious service award as well as a life membership. His influence will continue to be felt both in the branch and the community for years to come.

Rest easy, Comrade. You done good!

08/02/2026

Join us this Wednesday evening for our Summer Car Show & Vendor Market!

Come check out the amazing classic cars and browse a variety of local vendors set up inside the hall. The bar will be open and we will have a cash BBQ.

Don't forget to stop by the Donkin Home & School bake table for some homemade treats! And if you'd like to donate a few goodies to the bake table, we'd love your support. Every little bit helps!

We can't wait to see you there—bring your family and friends for a fun summer evening!

07/21/2026

Branch 055 of the Royal Canadian Legion has lost a valued and respected member with the recent passing of Comrade John F Kennedy. Former president Comrade Ron Peach shares this tribute to a man who gave so much to his Legion and his community:

“John was a long-serving member who served in a variety of executive positions, most notably as treasurer. He guided the finances during turbulent times when the continued existence of the branch was in serious doubt, arranging payment schedules for long overdue bills, negotiating loans and writing grant proposals. He was one of a small number of members who managed to save the branch and turn it into a profitable, stable operation.

“As building manager he spent considerable time at the Legion, overseeing work projects and often doing the work himself — everything from doing dishes and sweeping floors to handling electrical and plumbing repairs and upgrades. He was entirely dedicated to the survival and future of the building. For his efforts, he received the Meritorious Service Award and a lifetime membership.

“In recent years, ill health has prevented him from being fully involved but he still maintained an active interest in branch activities. Anyone who worked with John can attest to his dedication to the well-being of the branch.

“He will be missed. Sincere condolences to his family, wife Comrade Yvonne [our current president], sons Todd and Ian, daughter Melissa and to the rest of his immediate and extended family.”

Photo : Port Morien Wildlife Association

07/14/2026

Mark your calendars and come on out to our car show and vendor market summer event!

07/06/2026

07/03/2026

Hope to see you this evening for some live music, free hotdogs and some summertime fun!

07/01/2026

Reminder about the vaccine clinic tomorrow beginning at 11:15am and running until 5:15pm.

Public Health will be hosting a vaccine clinic at our legion on July 2nd from 11:15am-5:15pm.