Kincardine Legion Corner

Jennifer Virtue won $1,415 in this week’s Catch the Ace draw. She chose Envelope No. 24 which contained the Six of Clubs. The Ace of Spades remains hidden and we get to grow the jackpot. With your help and ticket purchases, we estimate next week’s jackpot will reach $24,000. So don’t delay, pick up your tickets today!

At the Saturday Meat Draw, we once again had double triple-dippers. Congratulations to Scott Allen and Heather Roppel who each won three prizes! The winner of the 50/50 draw was Steve Musselman who took home $67.50. Congratulations, Steve!

Thursday, Oct. 16, is our annual Envelope Stuffing Day. If you would like to help us stuff poppies in envelopes, join us and help prepare for the 2025 Poppy Campaign. Coffee and muffins will be available at 9 a.m. and lunch will be served. Thank you, in advance, and feel free to bring a friend!

As a reminder, our Ceremonies of Remembrance will be held Sunday, Nov. 9, at 2 p.m. at Tiverton Lions Memorial Park, and Tuesday, Nov. 11, at 10 a.m. in the Kincardine Legion Hall, followed by the wreath-laying ceremony at the cenotaph. If any local businesses or individuals wish to purchase and place a wreath of Remembrance at one, or both of these ceremonies, we are offering wreaths at $65 each. All wreaths will be labelled and announced by our MC as they are presented. Reach out to our Poppy Chairperson, Sandra Benbow, at sbenbow183@outlook.com to ask for our easy order form, and instructions on how to E-transfer if you are interested.

We continue to have food available before Bingo on Thursdays, and next week, Oct. 16, we will have chili on the menu for $6. Remember, you don’t have to be playing Bingo to come enjoy the food, you can just come for dinner.

A big thank you to Todd Thompson for hosting the October Trivia Night. During the night, Branch 183 made a $1,000 donation to Todd’s Movember campaign for men’s health. Congratulations to Team PHC which won the night, but just by a slim margin of two-and-a-half points. The next Trivia Night is Friday, Nov. 7.



Team PHC wins the October Trivia Night



Kincardine Legion charity chairman, Mark Ozorio (right) presents a $1,000 donation to Todd Thompson for his Movember fund-raiser
 

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The Early Bird Legion Membership Campaign continues from now until Nov. 30. Membership is $55, with a special $50 rate for veterans. Kim, our membership chairperson, is available to answer questions and can often be found at the Saturday Meat Draws with forms ready. If you prefer, on-line renewal is also quick and easy. Take advantage of early bird pricing while it lasts!

Tomorrow (Oct. 10) at 9:30 a.m., the Walkies Talkies of Branch 183 are hosting an open house in the hall at the Legion. Come meet this group of active seniors who are always moving and learning.

Coming Events:
 

• Sunday, Oct. 19 - Lighthouse Swing Band - Theme is “The Great Gatsby” - 2-5 p.m.
• Sunday, Oct. 26 - Branch General Meeting, Clubroom - 2 p.m.
• Friday, Nov. 7 - Trivia Night – 7 p.m.
• Sunday, Dec. 7 - Veterans Christmas Dinner - Details to come.
• Saturday, Dec. 13 - Mega Meat Draw - Music by Sweet Light Crude - 2-6 p.m.
• Sunday, Dec. 14 - The Ballaghs - 2 p.m. Tickets are $25 each; available at the Legion Bar.

 

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Kincardine Legion Poppy Trust Fund Annual Financial Summary for 2024

In keeping with the transparency and accountability principles of the Royal Canadian Legion and the Poppy Manual, Branch 183, Kincardine, is pleased to share the financial results of its 2024 Poppy Trust Fund.

Reporting Period: January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024
Date Completed: January 14, 2025
Branch: 183 – Kincardine
Command: Ontario Command

Summary of Funds

Category	Amount ($)
Opening Balance (Jan 1, 2024)	48,771.06
Income from Campaign and Other Sources	52,273.94
Total Available Funds	101,045.00

Expenses – Campaign Costs

Description	Amount ($)
Poppies and Wreaths	698.33
Promotional Materials	536.69
Postage (Stamps)	1,147.38
Other Authorized Local Expenses	4,901.79
Total Campaign Expenses	7,284.19

Disbursements

Description	Amount ($)
Grants to Veterans and Their Families	285.84
Donations to Approved Organizations	40,010.86
Youth Education Programs	1,831.29
Total Disbursements	42,127.99

Total Expenses & Disbursements: 49,412.18
Closing Balance (Dec 31, 2024): $51,632.82

Commitment to Our Veterans and Community

The Kincardine Legion, Branch 183, remains committed to ensuring all Poppy Trust Funds are used in accordance with the Poppy Manual and General Bylaws of the Royal Canadian Legion — supporting veterans, their families, and remembrance initiatives in our community.

For more information about the Poppy Trust Fund or to learn how you can support our veterans, contact: Royal Canadian Legion Branch 183, Kincardine,,219 Lambton St. Kincardine, Ontario, N2Z 2Y1; 519-396-2372; kinlegion@brucetelecom.com or visit www.legion.ca.