Page 2 - Saskatchewan Command News Today : Breaking News, Live Updates & Top Stories | Vimarsana

The 2022 Royal Canadia Legion National Poppy Campaign officially kicked off when Lieutenant Governor Russ Mira...

Saskatchewan opens second intake for veteran program funding SHARE ON: The Saskatchewan Government has opened a second intake for the Saskatchewan Veteran Service Club Support Program. The initiative seeks to provide funding for the long-term sustainability of Saskatchewan’s service clubs, which in turn support veterans, their families and communities in our province. The program works with the Royal Canadian Legion, Saskatchewan Command and the Army, Navy, and Air Force Veterans Saskatchewan Provincial Command. Registered, non-profit veteran service clubs based in Saskatchewan are eligible...

This program is delivered in collaboration with the Royal Canadian Legion, Saskatchewan Command and the Army, Navy, and Air Force Veterans (ANAVETS), Saskatchewan Provincial Command. Registered, non-profit veteran service clubs based in Saskatchewan are eligible to apply for grants up to $25,000. Applications are now being accepted with two application intake cut-off dates of April 30, 2021 and August 31, 2021. This program provides grants towards facility projects, upgrades, renovations or repairs, access to programming, meetings and events. Grant money can also be used toward special even...

The Government of Saskatchewan is increasing funding for the Veteran Service Club Support Program from $100,000 to $1,500,000 to continue supporting veterans and their families in Saskatchewan. “Our government is proud of this increased commitment to Saskatchewan veterans and their family members,” Parks, Culture and Sport Minister Laura Ross said.  “This funding will help keep Saskatchewan Legions operational and make the necessary improvements to continue serving our heroes.” This program is delivered in collaboration with the Royal Canadian Legion, Saskatchewan Command and the ...

Yorkton—     $15,605          Pat Thompson, President of the Canora branch, said the $5,000 in grant money was much needed and appreciated. “When news of this first came out it was a sigh of relief for many area Legions that were struggling financially, ours included,” said Thompson. “The money will be for operational needs. It will be used to pay monthly utilities and bills to keep the Legion open. Also the money will go to repairs that are needed at the Legion Dugout and contingency for any unforeseen issues that should arise.” Thompson said the history of the Can...