Royal Canadian Legion Branch 44

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 44 Dual members welcome. Regular member events.

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

What better way to celebrate 100 years of The Royal Canadian Legion than with a summer night at the ballpark!On July 28,...
08/17/2026

What better way to celebrate 100 years of The Royal Canadian Legion than with a summer night at the ballpark!

On July 28, more than 20 Branch 44 members and dual members headed to Nat Bailey Stadium to cheer on the Vancouver Canadians as they took on the Spokane Indians. We were also delighted to have BC/Yukon Command President and Branch 44 dual member Bob Underhill join us for the evening.

And what a night it was! The Canadians gave us plenty to cheer about with an impressive **8–1 victory** — and it just happened to be **75¢ Hot Dog Night** too! 🌭⚾

Between the baseball, bargain hot dogs, lots of laughs and a wonderful group of friends, we had an absolute blast.

One of the best parts was simply seeing so many Branch 44 members come together outside of our regular activities to enjoy a beautiful summer evening. What a fun way to celebrate the Legion’s **Centennial year** and the friendships and camaraderie that are such an important part of our Branch.

Thank you to everyone who joined us! ❤️

On August 15, 1945, news of Japan’s surrender spread around the world, bringing the Second World War to an end after six...
08/15/2026

On August 15, 1945, news of Japan’s surrender spread around the world, bringing the Second World War to an end after six long years.

For Canadians serving overseas, the announcement brought an overwhelming sense of relief and celebration. The front page of The Maple Leaf, the Canadian Army’s newspaper, captured that historic moment and the joy felt by those who had endured years of war.

Today, TVS Branch 44 remembers the Canadians who served in the Pacific and throughout the Second World War, those who never returned home, and the families who waited for their loved ones. Eighty-one years later, their courage, service and sacrifice remain part of our collective memory.

We will remember them.

📷 Photo: Front page of The Maple Leaf, the Canadian Army newspaper, August 1945, announcing the end of the war.

🎂 Happy Birthday to Our August Members! 🎂A very happy birthday to all of our Royal Canadian Legion, TVS Branch 44 member...
08/15/2026

🎂 Happy Birthday to Our August Members! 🎂

A very happy birthday to all of our Royal Canadian Legion, TVS Branch 44 members celebrating birthdays in August!

We hope your birthday brings you joy, laughter, good health, and many wonderful moments with those you love. Thank you for your friendship, support, and for being such a valued part of our Branch community.

Please join us in wishing all of our August birthday celebrants a fantastic year ahead!

Happy Birthday from your Branch 44 family! ❤️

It is with great sadness that Branch 44, TVS, shares the passing of our fellow Comrade and dual member, Gerry Vowles, on...
08/05/2026

It is with great sadness that Branch 44, TVS, shares the passing of our fellow Comrade and dual member, Gerry Vowles, on July 31, 2026.

Gerry dedicated an extraordinary 47 years to The Royal Canadian Legion, serving in numerous leadership roles throughout his remarkable journey. He was Past BC/Yukon Command President (2005–2007), Past BC/Yukon Command Trustee (2017–2019), Treasurer of BC/Yukon Command for ten years (1993–2003), and a founding member of the BC/Yukon Legion Foundation.

A proud veteran, Gerry served 28 years in the Royal Canadian Navy, retiring as a Chief Petty Officer 1st Class. Beyond his military and Legion service, he was passionate about his community, dedicating many years to coaching youth in lacrosse, hockey, swimming, and water polo.

Throughout his lifetime of service, Gerry was recognized with many prestigious honours, including the Presidential Citation, Meritorious Service Medal, Palm Leaf, the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal, the King Charles III Coronation Medal, and the Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation.

While Gerry was a long-serving Life Member of Branch #179 Grandview/Collingwood, Branch 44 was honoured that he also chose to hold dual membership with us. His dedication, leadership, and commitment to the values of The Royal Canadian Legion left a lasting impact on countless members and communities, and his legacy will continue to inspire those who follow.

On behalf of everyone at Branch 44, we extend our heartfelt condolences to Gerry’s family, friends, and the entire Legion community during this difficult time.

Thank you, Gerry, for your extraordinary service, your leadership, and your lifelong commitment to veterans and The Royal Canadian Legion. Your legacy will not be forgotten.

Lest We Forget. 🌺

🎂 Happy Birthday to Our July Members! 🎂Everyone at Royal Canadian Legion, TVS Branch 44 would like to wish a very happy ...
07/30/2026

🎂 Happy Birthday to Our July Members! 🎂

Everyone at Royal Canadian Legion, TVS Branch 44 would like to wish a very happy birthday to all of our members celebrating their birthdays in July!

We hope your special day is filled with happiness, good health, and time spent with family and friends. Thank you for being an important part of our Branch family and for your continued support throughout the year.

Please join us in wishing a wonderful birthday to all of our July celebrants! 🥳

Happy Birthday from all of us at Branch 44!

Representatives from Royal Canadian Legion, TVS Branch 44 were honoured to attend the 108th Annual Ceremonial Review of ...
07/28/2026

Representatives from Royal Canadian Legion, TVS Branch 44 were honoured to attend the 108th Annual Ceremonial Review of RCSCC 47 Captain Vancouver at HMCS Discovery in Vancouver.

The Annual Ceremonial Review is a proud tradition that marks the culmination of a year of hard work, dedication, and achievement. It was a privilege to join the cadets, officers, volunteers, and families in celebrating another successful training year and recognizing the many accomplishments of these outstanding young Canadians.

We were impressed by the professionalism displayed throughout the parade and inspired by the pride, discipline, and teamwork demonstrated by every cadet. Their commitment to excellence is a testament to the values fostered through the Sea Cadet program.

Branch 44 is proud to support youth programs that develop leadership, citizenship, confidence, and service to the community. We extend our sincere thanks to everyone at RCSCC 47 Captain Vancouver for the warm hospitality and invitation to be part of this special occasion.

Congratulations to all of the cadets on an exceptional year. We wish you a safe and enjoyable summer and look forward to seeing all that you accomplish in the future.

Congratulations to Valerie MacGregor, who was presented with her 25-Year Membership Pin during our June General Meeting....
07/24/2026

Congratulations to Valerie MacGregor, who was presented with her 25-Year Membership Pin during our June General Meeting.

Reaching 25 years of Legion membership is a wonderful achievement and represents decades of support for Veterans, remembrance, and community service.

Thank you, Valerie, for your dedication to the Royal Canadian Legion and to Branch 44. We are grateful for everything you do and congratulate you on this significant milestone.



These will make a really nice series of recognition posts over several days instead of putting everyone into one post, which helps each recipient receive the recognition they deserve.

Every year, Royal Canadian Legion TVS Branch 44 is proud to recognize outstanding students who have demonstrated academi...
07/22/2026

Every year, Royal Canadian Legion TVS Branch 44 is proud to recognize outstanding students who have demonstrated academic excellence, leadership, community involvement, and a commitment to making a difference.

Our 2026 Education Awards recipients are pursuing an incredible variety of post-secondary studies—from engineering and psychology to sciences, arts, music, kinesiology, media studies, and more. Their achievements reflect not only academic success but also the values of service, dedication, and community that are at the heart of the Royal Canadian Legion.

Congratulations to:
• Benjamin Purvis
• Cole Priestman
• Dylan Lindsay
• Eric Vowles
• Jack Skipworth
• Jaden Crewe
• Josie Venne
• Kayleigh Lewis
• Maddy Walter
• Maya Singer
• Payton Horsdal
• Rebecca Skipworth
• Rowan McKenzie
• Tyler Horsdal
• Zachary Skipworth

On behalf of everyone at TVS Branch 44, congratulations on this well-deserved recognition. We wish each of you every success in your educational journey and look forward to seeing the positive impact you will make in your communities in the years ahead.

Well done, and best of luck! 👏🍁

We were honoured to recognize our President, Heddy Bing, with her 45-Year Membership Pin during our June General Meeting...
07/20/2026

We were honoured to recognize our President, Heddy Bing, with her 45-Year Membership Pin during our June General Meeting.

For nearly half a century, Heddy has demonstrated exceptional dedication to the Royal Canadian Legion and continues to lead Branch 44 with passion, kindness, and an unwavering commitment to our members and Veterans.

Thank you, Heddy, for your remarkable years of service and leadership.

Congratulations on this incredible milestone!

Yesterday, President Heddy Bing and 1st Vice President Lizz Lindsay proudly represented TVS Branch 44 at the BC/Yukon Co...
07/18/2026

Yesterday, President Heddy Bing and 1st Vice President Lizz Lindsay proudly represented TVS Branch 44 at the BC/Yukon Command’s 100th Anniversary Celebration, hosted by Billy Bishop Legion Branch 176.

The event brought together Legion members from across British Columbia and Yukon to celebrate 100 years of the Royal Canadian Legion. Guests heard from distinguished speakers, and Billy Bishop Branch 176 was honoured to present a donation to ⁠HERO DAWGS Pet Therapy Society, a local non-profit that provides therapy dog visits to hospitals, first responders, healthcare workers, and others in need of comfort and support throughout British Columbia.

Congratulations to everyone involved in this special milestone, and thank you to Heddy and Lizz for proudly representing Branch 44 as we continue celebrating a century of service, remembrance, and community.

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