Royal Canadian Legion
We are the Guardians of Remembrance
The goal of RCL Branch 005 is to play an active role in ceremonies at Canadian and allied military cemeteries and at ceremonies where fallen soldiers from the Second World War are commemorated.
We also encourage commemoration and remembrance
About
About Branch 005
Few Activities
- Colour Party
- Poppy campaign
- Project Indigenous Legacy
- Education
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning. We will remember them.
Our Work
The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 005 Liberation of the Netherlands, is the only Branch in the Netherlands. Together with four Branches in Germany, she forms the RCL Zone Europe. Our members are from all parts of the Netherlands.Â
Membership
The Royal Canadian Legion welcomes all to become members, with or without a military or Canadian background. The RCL acknowledges three different forms of membership: the ‘ordinary’ member, the ‘associate’ member and the ‘affiliate’ member. In practice, there are no any visible difference between these three forms of membership.
Recruitment Information
The Royal Canadian Legion welcomes all to become members, with or without a military or Canadian background. The RCL acknowledges three different forms of membership: the ‘ordinary’ member, the ‘associate’ member and the ‘affiliate’ member. In practice, there are no any visible difference between these three forms of membership.
Clubhouse Lochem
The Royal Canadian Legion welcomes all to become members, with or without a military or Canadian background. The RCL acknowledges three different forms of membership: the ‘ordinary’ member, the ‘associate’ member and the ‘affiliate’ member. In practice, there are no any visible difference between these three forms of membership.
To Honour Canada's Veterans
Donations are always welcome.
Our organization has an ANBI status and all donations and gifts have a Tax Advantage. Even a small donation is welcome, plus you will get our monthly newsletter.
Board of Patrons
The Board of Patrons are leaders who embrace the objectives of the Royal Canadian Legion Liberation of the Netherlands Branch 005, it’s organization, and activities. By connecting their names to RCL Branch 005, they support and provide us with a basis to present ourselves to the public. In this way, the activities of the Royal Canadian Legion, in particular Branch 005, and how they are carried out are recognized and shared here in the Netherlands.
The Board of Patrons consists of 10 individuals.
Chairman: Mr. mr G.J. de Graaf
Former Chair of the Dutch Senate
Our Work
The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 005 Liberation of the Netherlands, is the only Branch in the Netherlands. Together with four Branches in Germany, she forms the RCL Zone Europe. Our members are from all parts of the Netherlands.Â
Wim Poppenk
Gerrit Bruggink
Don Paauwe
Toon van Bussel
" We Will Remember Them "
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can become a member of Branch 005?
The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 005 welcomes anyone to become a member. You do not need a military or Canadian background—what matters most is a shared respect for remembrance and support for commemorative activities.
What types of membership are available?
What does Branch 005 do?
Where is Branch 005 located?
