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Royal Canadian Legion Branch 44

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Royal Canadian Legion TVS Branch 44 is a Vancouver-based service branch focused on supporting veterans and the community through remembrance, bursaries, and donations.

10/06/2026

We love when our Branch 44 members send us photos from their travels — especially when they come across something with a Legion or remembrance connection. 🌺

These beautiful murals were spotted in Chemainus, BC, a community well known for its incredible outdoor murals. We loved seeing these and wanted to share a couple with you!

If you come across something interesting or Legion-related on your travels, send it our way. We always enjoy seeing where our members have been and what they’ve discovered along the way.

10/01/2026

Reflections from our Treasurer, Douglas Chow, following the 50th Dominion Convention in Winnipeg. 🇨🇦

“We found the 50th Dominion Convention to be a very educational experience and appreciated the opportunity to see firsthand how resolutions and bylaws are passed, how elections are conducted, and the democratic process of the Legion at work. With the Legion celebrating its 100th anniversary, it was also special to hear from guests including the grandson of Douglas Haig and a representative from the Royal British Legion Scotland.

We also gained a greater appreciation for the pride Veterans have in their service and the significance of the various ribbons they wear. We were particularly impressed by the professionalism of the young cadets who accompanied us and “looked after us” during the parade.

We were very happy to have been selected to represent Branch 44 at this historic Convention and came away feeling that all members of our Branch Executive could benefit from the opportunity to attend a Convention and experience the work of the Legion at the national level. What a wonderful experience!”

— Douglas Chow, Treasurer, Branch 44

09/30/2026

Reflections from our President, Heddy Bing, following the 50th Dominion Convention in Winnipeg. 🇨🇦

“I’ve just returned from Winnipeg after attending the 50th Dominion Convention, and what an experience it was to be there as the Royal Canadian Legion celebrated its 100th year.

It’s not all fun and games at these Conventions — there is a whole lot of work! Our days began at 8:30am and were filled with back-to-back speakers, elections, caucuses, debates and meetings, often continuing until 5pm. There were also many emotional and inspiring moments that reminded us just how important the work of the Legion continues to be across Canada. I was incredibly proud of our Branch 44 delegates, Douglas Chow, Tong Chow and Lizz Lindsay, who attended every session and represented our Branch wonderfully.

One particularly special moment was bringing home a certificate recognizing Branch 44’s 100 years of Legion service. It is remarkable to think of all the members who have contributed to our Branch over the past century, and we are proud to carry their legacy forward for generations to come.

Congratulations to our own Valerie MacGregor on being elected as one of three Dominion Vice-Presidents. We are very proud to have Val representing Branch 44 and wish her every success in her role.

The Convention Banquet was outstanding, with a wonderful meal and entertainment. I also had the opportunity to reconnect with my longtime friend Jill McKnight, Minister of Veterans Affairs, and her team from Ottawa. It was lovely to see her again.

It was a busy, emotional and memorable Convention, and I came home very proud of the work we are doing nationally and grateful to have represented Branch 44 during such an important year for the Legion.”

— Heddy Bing, President, Branch 44

09/28/2026

A very special congratulations to our own Comrade Valerie MacGregor! ❤️🌺

At our September General Meeting, Branch 44 had the pleasure of celebrating Valerie following her recent receipt of The Royal Canadian Legion Meritorious Service Medal — a wonderful recognition of her many years of extraordinary dedication and service to the Legion.

Valerie has given so much to The Royal Canadian Legion over the years, serving at the Branch, Zone, Provincial and Dominion levels. She is a Past President of BC/Yukon Command, currently serves as a Dominion Vice-President, and, most importantly to us, she is a valued member and Immediate Past President of TVS Branch 44.

Because Valerie is so very special to our Branch, we wanted to add a little celebration of our own. At the meeting, we surprised her with flowers and a special gift as a small expression of just how much she is appreciated by her Branch 44 family.

Congratulations, Valerie, on this very well-deserved honour. Thank you for everything you have done — and continue to do — for the Legion, our Veterans, our communities and Branch 44. We are incredibly proud to call you one of our own. 🇨🇦🌺

09/27/2026

Branch 44 would like to wish a very Happy Birthday to all of our members celebrating this month!

Abbey Clark, Alan Black, Chris O’Donohue, Donna Clark, Douglas Chow, Douglas Foot, Kandys Merola, Kathy Morgan, Kathy Watts, Leanna Vowles, Mark Crickmay-Schaff, Michael Glowach, Michelle Danby, Randy Soon, Sean Burke, Shalini Chinna Swamy, Tracy Vowles and Trudy Black.

We hope your birthday brings you plenty of reasons to celebrate, and we wish you all a wonderful year ahead! ❤️

09/24/2026

Reflections from our 1st Vice-President, Lizz Lindsay, following the 50th Dominion Convention in Winnipeg. 🇨🇦

“It was truly a privilege to attend this Convention on behalf of Branch 44. The excitement around the Legion’s 100 years of service to Veterans, Remembrance and Community Service permeated all the presentations and business.

The business sessions, speakers, elections and debates were interesting. The days were long and the seats, strapped together, were like sitting in economy on a small plane. No breaks were scheduled during the days that went from 8:30 until 4:00.

I’d like to highlight two events that were very meaningful to me. First was the unveiling of the new Legion Centenary Toonie by the Royal Mint. The artwork was done by a poster contest winner, and she was able to attend and speak to the delegates.

Second was the re-election of our Immediate Past President Valerie MacGregor to Dominion VP. We wish her and all the elected officers well.

It was a pleasure to spend time with Heddy, Douglas, Tong and Val each day. I also enjoyed reconnecting with comrades from across the province and country. Thank you to the Branch for allowing me to attend this very special convention on your behalf.”

— Lizz Lindsay, 1st Vice-President, Branch 44

09/23/2026

Our Community Involvement Committee has been busy once again, with plenty of donations ready to head out the door and into the hands of organizations throughout our community.

And who better to help get them on their way than Comrade Grace Browning, one of our Community Involvement Committee members responsible for donations — pictured here quite literally loaded down for the job! 😊

Thank you, Grace, for everything you do behind the scenes to coordinate our donations and help Branch 44 continue supporting our community. We appreciate you — and we hope you made it to the car in one piece! ❤️🌺

09/22/2026

As promised, we wanted to share a few more moments from Gerry Vowles’ memorial service, where family, friends and fellow Comrades came together to remember and celebrate a life that touched so many.

It was wonderful to see so many familiar faces gathered in one place, sharing stories, memories and friendship while honouring Gerry and the remarkable contribution he made throughout his life.

These photos capture just a little of that very special gathering — the conversations, the embraces, the smiles and the connections between people brought together by their friendship with Gerry.

We are grateful to have been there and to share these memories with our Branch 44 community.

Gerry will be deeply missed, but very fondly remembered. 🌺

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