Royal Canadian Legion's Annual Poppy Campaign To Get Underway

With a little more than two weeks to go before Remembrance Day, the Royal Canadian Legion's annual Poppy Campaign is about to get underway.

On Tuesday, Lt.-Gov. Janet Austin was presented the first poppy of the campaign at Government House by members of the Royal Canadian Legion.

You may find poppy boxes already set up at the usual locations - but they'll start showing up in earnest on Friday.

Funds raised through the poppy campaign go towards various initiatives and programs to support Canadian veterans, their families, and dependents, as well as seniors.

What is the Poppy Campaign?

The Poppy Campaign is very much a local initiative, conducted by Legion Branches in cities, towns and communities across the country. Donations collected during the Poppy Campaign are held in Trust at the branch level to directly support Veterans and their families within their community and to help ensure Canadians ‘never forget’. Learn more about how your donations help Veterans.

In the days leading up to November 11, Poppies can be seen in every corner of this great country. This show of support and display of remembrance would not be possible without the efforts of thousands of Legionnaires who volunteer to distribute Poppies to the community through schools, community organizations and local businesses. We are so grateful for their efforts, and for the support of the many partners, local and national, who welcome Legion volunteers and Poppy boxes into their locations.

If you are looking for poppies in your area, visit one of the national 2022 Poppy Campaign partners beginning October 28 through November 11, or contact your Legion Branch to find poppies near you.