Branch 29, 70 William St., Paris, ON N3L 1L6 519-442-3788
parislegion29@rogers.com
The Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 29, Welcomes You !
The Legion is a community service organization as well as an active social club. Our branch has a licensed lounge as well as dart, pool and cribbage leagues. We regularly have barbecues, yearly summer and winter golf tournaments, car rallies and poker runs. We also support local organizations such as the food bank.
Did you know that the Legion is open to everyone? You don’t need to be a member to visit or enjoy the many events and activities happening at our Branch. Whether you’re looking for a place to meet friends, enjoy a social event or simply explore what our Legion has to offer, our doors are open! We’re a welcoming space for the whole community, supporting our Veterans, our Youth, and our Community. Come by and see what we’re all about. Whether You’re here for a quick visit or to join us in support of a great cause, you’re always welcome at Branch 29 Legion 70 William St. Paris Ont.
My mind and body shout spring but the calendar and the weather are not in agreement. Maybe by the time the next newsletter is printed the temperature will be warmer.
Queensview Retirement Community is now onboard to help our branch fundraise. They graciously provided all the food for our very successful Valentine’s Day Dinner and will continue to do so once a month. Watch for our upcoming Lasagna Dinner on March 20th. Get your tickets early for this special meal before they are sold out. March 27, will be a special meal as well as Derek and Carol will be cooking up their Shepherd’s Pie.
At our last general meeting it was brought to everyone’s attention that the age and condition of our Smokehouse requires continual and expensive upkeep. It was suggested that a committee be formed to check into the feasibility of moving Branch 29 to a new location.
March 7th will see the return of our very popular Chili cook off with a Euchre tournament on the following day. Be sure to participate in both fun events if you can.
A new happening at our legion will take place on March 28th in the form of our first Meat draw, Tickets and information will be available at the bar shortly. Sobeys will be helping out with this fund raiser.
The annual Ralph Burke Euchre Tournament is on the 29th of March. Ralph Burke was a great supporter of our Branch 29 and his wife Ruby is carrying on the tradition. Come out for a fun time at this commemorative event.
Thanks to Geoff, our financial administrator for bringing attention to the monthly costs of our Rogers network. Rogers was supplying phone, tv, and wi-fi at a cost of $600 per month. We are now on the Execulink network at $200 per month with all the same features. That is an annual savings of $4,800 dollars for the next three years.
The MacKenzie pool tournament was a great success with 6 sets of players playing for bragging rights. Successful shark players were Jack Kirby and Barry Humphrey.
New members are being called and individually welcomed. Hopefully they will become active volunteers at the legion and help out in our growing number of events that are needed to help our Legion serving the Paris area.
The poppy count is now over 7,000 and going strong. Several winter workshops are planned and stitchers from all around Paris (some as far west as Vancouver and as far north as Timmins!) are busy knitting and crocheting for our anniversary and Remembrance Day events. The fiber art quilt by Donna Campbell is now at the Paris Museum and Historical Society, It will reside there until the middle of April when it will move to the Canadian Military Heritage Museum for the Liberation of Holland celebrations.
As we head into hopefully the last of a snowy cold winter let’s think warm thoughts and check out what is happening at our Legion.
Coming soon – Branch Meat Draws, Keep alert for updates.
SUPER PRE-BOWL TAILGATE PARTY!Y! Get ready for an afternoon of live music, great food, and football vibes at the Paris Legion!
Valentine’s Lottery Raffle Basket will soon be displayed. Proceeds going to the 100 Anniversary committee. Our anniversary is only eight months away and plans are ongoing for fundraising.
February 14 Valentines Dinner tickets available at the Branch. Tickets for this sit-down meal are limited so get yours soon. Chef for the evening is our very own Lesley Felhazi.
Join us for an OPEN CRIBBAGE TOURNAMENT Sunday, February 15
Limit of 13 teams — so don’t wait! Sign up at the Legion!
A big shout out tour community for backing the Anniversary Poppy Project. A workshop at the Paris Library was well attended and another is planned for Feb 14th at the Paris Fairgrounds. A huge thank you to both groups for opening up their space for the anniversary committee’s use. Stay tuned for more anniversary events and future workshops to attach the poppies to the background netting. 5723 poppies and more on the way.
Mackenzie Pool Tournament is coming in February. All are welcome and a sign-up sheet is at Legion.
Come to play on the only pool tables in Paris. Thursday evening is League pool with partners while Friday afternoon is drop-in.
The Centenary Program for Free Membership for 2026 has brought in several new members to our branch. Please welcome them and encourage their participation as volunteers and event attendees.
Think your chili has what it takes? We’re looking for teams to compete in the 4th Annual Branch 29 Legion Chili Cook-Off Fundraiser!
📅 March 7, 2025 📍 Royal Canadian Legion Branch 29
Event Details: • Teams arrive by 10:30 AM • Public tasting from 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM • Proceeds support the Branch 29 Building Renovation Campaign
How to Enter: • Entry fee: $10 per team (maximum 2 per team) • Public tasting: $5 per person • Open to all teams and the general public
📧 Registration form required Email royhaggart@rogers.com to receive a copy and secure your spot.
🌶️ Are you up for the heat of the challenge? Gather your team, fire up your recipe, and join us for a fun-filled day of great chili and friendly competition!
