What is the digital poppy campaign
The Digital Poppy serves as a symbol of Remembrance and gratitude for Veterans, and you can be a part of it.
Every year The Legion National Foundation organizes the Digital Poppy fundraising campaign. Together with the support of Canadians from coast to coast to coast, we honour the act of Remembrance and raise much-needed funds to positively impact the well-being and quality of life of Canada’s Veterans and their families.
The Poppy Design is a trademark of The Royal Canadian Legion (Dominion Command) and is used under license.
How does it work?
Participating in the Digital Poppy Campaign is a simple but meaningful way to give back to Veterans.
Create Your Digital Poppy
Join us in designing your 2024 Digital Poppy, a heartfelt tribute to the Fallen and a symbol of respect for those who have made immeasurable sacrifices. From October 28th to November 11th, you have the opportunity to craft your Digital Poppy, a meaningful gesture to honor those who have given so much.
Share Your Digital Poppy
You can share your Digital Poppy with friends and family on social media platforms, include it in your email signature blocks, and display it in other online spaces. Most importantly, you can dedicate a commemoration to a loved one, ensuring that their memory continues to live on.
Get involved
Getting involved is as simple as creating your own Digital Poppy and sharing it on social media. By doing so, you help spread the significance of this symbol far and wide, ensuring that the sacrifices made by our Veterans are never forgotten. Your participation not only pays tribute to the Fallen, but also raises awareness about the importance of honoring their bravery and sacrifice.
Show your support and uphold the tradition of Remembrance by using our exclusive hashtag – #DigitalPoppy. By embracing this hashtag, you can actively participate in preserving the tradition of Remembrance while making a tangible difference in the lives of those who have served our country.
How your generous contribuition makes a lasting impact
Veteran Healthcare
Education Benefits
Financial Assistance
Family Support Services
Veteran Outreach and Advocacy
Join us in honouring Canada's heroes through the digital poppy campaign.
Together, we can ensure that the contributions and stories of Canadian Veterans are never forgotten.
Whether you opt to pay homage to these brave individuals on your own or as part of a larger group, such as your friends, company, or coworkers, the Digital poppy presents a meaningful opportunity to honour and Remember the profound sacrifices made by Canadian Veterans.
In loving memory of
Sergeant Edward Thomas Short
From Eric Short
I would like to give special tribute to my Uncle, Sergeant Edward Thomas Short, who peacefully passed away on August 18, 2021. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle. A very dedicated man to both his family and to his 35 year Military career. Ed enrolled on October 24th, 1961 at the age of 19 starting out as a Gunner in the Artillery at Gagetown Fredericton. He held various roles throughout his career in all three segments of the forces Army, Navy and Air Force. Aside from Ed’s strict Military side, he was a big kid at heart with a great sense of humor who loved to joke around and have fun, bringing cheer and laughter to all.
In loving memory of
William Robert Edward Glennie
From Pennie M Glennie
My grandfather, William Robert Edward Glennie was a British Home Child. At the tender age of 8, along with his three brothers and hundreds of other children, Bill was shipped to Canada as part of Dr. Barnardo’s “better lives” project. Almost 10 hard years later he lied about his age to join the Canadian Over-Seas Expeditionary Force as part of the Depot Regiment, Canadian Mounted Rifles. In the midst of WWI he returned to defend the kingdom that had abandoned him. In the end having been wounded in action he returned to is adoptive country. This is in memory of the industrious, creative, quiet and gentle man I knew and loved.
In loving memory of
Victor John Wadman
From Valerie Wadman
This is dedicated to my father, Victor John Wadman, who served in the Canadian Armed Forces as a Sgt-12 with the Royal Canadian Hussars from 1943 to 1946. He was assigned to the Tank and Armoured Car Regiment 8th RECCE in 1942 and was stationed in England. He was wounded in Rouen, France. Victor received the 1939-1945 star, the France to Germany Star, Voluntary Service Medal and Bar, Defence Medal and the Long Service Medal. Victor returned to Canada with fellow troops in 1946. Victor passed away on December 13, 2018 at the age of 94.