Who We Are
The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 187 in Colborne, Ontario, is a vibrant community hub deeply rooted in history and dedicated to supporting veterans and their families.
Whether you're a veteran, a local resident, or interested in supporting the community, Branch 187 offers a welcoming environment to connect, contribute, and commemorate.
Branch 187 is more than just a veterans' organization; it's a vibrant community hub. The branch hosts regular social events, including:
The branch maintains several war memorials, including a cenotaph in Victoria Square Park commemorating local fallen soldiers from World War I and II.
Branch 187 is named in honor of Lieutenant Charles S. Rutherford, a Colborne native who was awarded the Victoria Cross, Military Cross, and
Through the lens of Community
Enjoy our photo gallery, capturing proud moments with faces of service & smiles!
Volunteers
Remembrance Day
Santa Clause Parade
Philanthropy
Sports
Social
Through the lens of Community
Enjoy our photo gallery, capturing proud moments with faces of service & smiles!
Impact
Supporting our Veterans, Strengthening Our Communities: 2024 In Review
2,340
Veterans Supported
financially through our Poppy Fund.
21M
Poppies Distributed Across Canada
15,000 Youth engaged through our Poster & Literary Contests
1.8M
viewers during Veterans' Week Online Campaign
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$3.2M
donated to local community programs
46,000 volunteer hours logged across all branches