Calgary's Poppy Campaign Supporting Veterans Before Remembrance Day
Poppies and related merchandise to support veterans are available in stores, legions, and online, including on the Royal Canadian Legion’s Amazon store. Products are independently selected, and reviews and recommendations are unbiased. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page.
Royal Canadian Legion’s Amazon Store
For the second consecutive year, the Royal Canadian Legion has launched an Amazon store offering items such as lapel pins, magnets, and poppy flowers in honour of Remembrance Day on November 11.
“The Poppy Campaign is the legion’s most significant fundraising effort, with 100 per cent of proceeds going directly to support Canada’s veterans and their families,”
— news release from the legion.
Campaign Duration and Availability
The campaign began on Friday and will continue until Remembrance Day. Albertans can obtain pins through the Legion’s online poppy store or by making a donation at traditional poppy boxes located at various outlets throughout the province, including TD banks.
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Summary: The Royal Canadian Legion’s Poppy Campaign in Calgary provides poppies and merchandise to support veterans, running until Remembrance Day with all proceeds aiding veterans and their families.