Volunteers Serving Our Community: Millbrook Legion

Members of the Millbrook Legion are most visible on Remembrance Day, when they lead the community in a service of remembrance for those who have served and continue to serve our country in the armed services. They also bring the community together for annual events celebrating Canada Day and New… Continue reading

Canadian Legion Hosts Youth Contests to Foster Remembrance

The Legion National Foundation invites Canadian youth and children to honour Canada’s Veterans and foster the tradition of remembrance through visual art and writing through the annual National Youth Remembrance Contests. In the poster contest, participants use their artistic ability to create a poster on the theme of remembrance with… Continue reading

WWII Veteran Bill Bellinger with the Banner bearing his Name

It is with sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Bill Bellinger on October 2nd at PRHC after suffering a stroke.  Bill was a popular visitor at the Millbrook Legion, known for his quick smile, his enthusiasm for life and his dancing skills.  In WWII he served with the 11th Infantry… Continue reading

Celebrate the Unveiling of Honour Our Veterans Banners for Legion Week

In October 2022, The Millbrook Times reported an initiative by the Royal Canadian Legion Millbrook, Branch 402, in partnership with Cavan Monaghan Township and the local BIA, to implement an Honour Our Veterans banner program in the village. This program has been implemented in over 60 other communities across Canada… Continue reading

Millbrook Legion Fundraising Activities Support Local Schools and Hospital

Pictured is Millbrook Legion members Linda Adams and President Diann Corfe presenting donations of $1000 to MSC Secretary Shari DeWolde (left) and to North Cavan teacher Mr. Pyper for the schools’ nutritional program. These funds were raised at last month’s Rubber Duck Race. The legion has also recently donated $2000.00… Continue reading

Darts for Hearts

With the exception of two covid-year cancellations, the Millbrook Legion has hosted its popular Darts for Hearts event every February since 1991, raising funds for the Peterborough Heart and Stroke Foundation.  Participants secure pledges for the charity, while the legion enhances the appeal of the competition by kicking in prize… Continue reading

Royal Canadian Legion Events – March 2024

Euchre Tournament: Friday, March 22nd .  Register at 6:30, play at 7pm, blind draw for partners, $5 per person.  Light lunch available, everyone welcome. Pancake Breakfast:  Saturday, April 6th from 9 to 11:30 am, featuring pancakes, sausages, orange juice, coffee and tea. Veterans Banners – Anyone interested in having a… Continue reading