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Marathon LAV III Monument

The community’s military ties began during WW II when many men enlisted with the CAF and many women worked in supply factories while others supported the operation of two prisoner-of-war camps, located nearby.

More of the town’s youth became engaged with the military, in 1989, when the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 183 funded the creation of the Royal Canadian Air Cadets Squadron 900. In addition to these inspiring Cadets, Marathon is also very proud of its 13 native veterans who served during the Afghanistan conflict. The highest ranking amongst this group were Major General Omer Lavoie, CWO Lewis Lavoie CWO Michael Hamilton, and MWO Richard Cooper. In addition, two civilians served as tradesmen at Kandahar Air Field.

As a tribute to these locals, the Legion Branch 183 worked passionately with Town Hall to create a highly visible Veterans Square to display a LAV III Monument to help strengthen the community’s connection with these modern-day veterans. The new monument will become a part of all future Remembrance Day Services and will be engaged as a teaching tool for Cadets and future generations about the cost of freedom.


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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)

How can I donate to the Marathon Legion?

Currently, the Marathon Royal Canadian Legion Branch 183 can only accept in-person (cash, cheque, credit/debit) or mail-in donations.

For mail-in donations, please send to:

Marathon Royal Canadian Legion Br. 183
37 Howe St, P.O Box 249
Marathon, ON P0T2E0

Cheques must be made payable to: Marathon Royal Canadian Legion Branch 183

Legion Membership is open to any Canadian citizen or citizen of al Allied nation who is 18 years of age or older.

Membership Options

Ordinary Membership
Includes still serving and retired military, reservists, RCMP, police officers, Canadian Coast Guard, and others listed in the General By-Laws.

Associate Membership
Includes parents, spouses, widows, children, grandchildren, siblings, nieces, and nephews of a person who is or was eligible for Ordinary membership.

Affiliate Voting Membership
Includes Canadian citizens or Commonwealth subjects from an Allied nation who are not eligible for Ordinary or Associate membership.

Affiliate Non-Voting Membership
Includes non-Canadian citizens or non-Commonwealth subjects from an Allied nation who support The Royal Canadian Legion’s aims and objectives.


Learn more, register or renew your membership

The Marathon Royal Canadian Legion Br. 183 offers rentals for corporate and private functions at set rates determined by the Executive and provided on the Booking/Rental page. The Legion also offers catering services for bookings.


View Booking & Catering Information

The Marathon Legion hosts numerous activities and events that are available to the public. These activities and events will be posted on our events calendar that can be accessed on our website.


View Events Calendar

Currently, the Marathon Royal Canadian Legion Branch 183 can only accept in-person (cash, cheque, credit/debit) or mail-in donations.

For mail-in donations, please send to:

Marathon Royal Canadian Legion Br. 183
37 Howe St, P.O Box 249
Marathon, ON P0T2E0

Cheques must be made payable to: Marathon Royal Canadian Legion Branch 183

Legion Membership is open to any Canadian citizen or citizen of al Allied nation who is 18 years of age or older.

Membership Options

Ordinary Membership
Includes still serving and retired military, reservists, RCMP, police officers, Canadian Coast Guard, and others listed in the General By-Laws.

Associate Membership
Includes parents, spouses, widows, children, grandchildren, siblings, nieces, and nephews of a person who is or was eligible for Ordinary membership.

Affiliate Voting Membership
Includes Canadian citizens or Commonwealth subjects from an Allied nation who are not eligible for Ordinary or Associate membership.

Affiliate Non-Voting Membership
Includes non-Canadian citizens or non-Commonwealth subjects from an Allied nation who support The Royal Canadian Legion’s aims and objectives.


Learn more, register or renew your membership

The Marathon Royal Canadian Legion Br. 183 offers rentals for corporate and private functions at set rates determined by the Executive and provided on the Booking/Rental page. The Legion also offers catering services for bookings.


View Booking & Catering Information

The Marathon Legion hosts numerous activities and events that are available to the public. These activities and events will be posted on our events calendar that can be accessed on our website.


View Events Calendar

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