Youth Education
The Royal Canadian Legion is committed to ensuring the tradition of Remembrance remains relevant to and supported by younger generations. We promote youth-specific education regarding Veterans and Remembrance through a range of local and national initiatives.
Legion Branches support youth involvement in Remembrance in a variety of ways. From holding Remembrance ceremonies at schools, speaking with students and youth organizations about Veterans, inviting youth to participate in community and Branch commemorative services, to inviting Cadets to help with the Poppy Campaign, and much more. Legion Branches offer youth many opportunities to get involved and participate in honouring and Remembering Canada’s Veterans.
Many Canadians don’t realize that the Legion is one of the largest supporters of community youth activities in the country. The Legion promotes Remembrance to the younger generation and works with schools and youth organizations to keep the memories of our Fallen Veterans alive. The Legion also supports youth leadership programs and activities such as Cadets and Junior Canadian Rangers, Scouts and Guides, and youth sports, helping build the next generation of leaders.
Remembrance and Contests
The Royal Canadian Legion is committed to ensuring youth understand and continue the tradition of Remembrance.
Public Speaking Contest
The Royal Canadian Legion conducts its Public Speaking contests to give students the opportunity to become more comfortable and effective in front of an audience.
Sports, Track and Field
The Legion National Youth Track and Field Championships are Canada’s only track and field championships for the under-16 and under-18 categories. The Royal Canadian Legion is in its 48th year hosting Legion Nationals where over 1000 young athletes compete for Canadian championship medals.
Bursaries and Scholarships
The Royal Canadian Legion may assist post-secondary students in financial need to achieve university, college, technical, or professional education. Indentured apprentices may also apply for assistance to purchase tools and instruments. Provincial and Local level programs are available.
Cadets and Junior Canadian Rangers
The Royal Canadian Legion has a long and valued partnership with Cadets and Junior Canadian Rangers (JCR). Cadets and JCR engage in varied and unique experiences and develop competencies in leadership, citizenship, and physical and mental fitness.