From a service perspective, the main goal of Legion branches is to support veterans with the care they need. We are blessed by the generosity of Canadians to have poppy funds available to provide that emergency assistance to veterans who find themselves in need. That is the core of what the organization does, but in addition to that, Legion branches also serve as a community hub or a cornerstone of the community as we have called it.
You will find Legion branches all across the country in communities large and small. They are places where people gather for a variety of reasons. Whether for happy times or not-so-happy times, it is important that there be a gathering location and a spot where people in a community can come together in unity for a purpose.
The work of Legions across the country is very important so that we can continue to make sure that veterans receive those supports and also, as we're talking about today, to ensure that we perpetuate remembrance, that we never put that from our sight. It's always important that we promote remembrance on every occasion we can.