Poppy Manual

Commonwealth Countries
These are former British colonies who upon receiving their
independence joined the Commonwealth of Nations. Canada
is a member.
Dependant
A person who must rely on the support of a relative for food,
clothing and shelter. “Families” refers to current spouses and
dependant children. See Subsection 101.e of the General By-
Laws for definition of Spouses including widows/widowers.
Dominion Command
This is the supreme authority of the Legion, that is the
Dominion Convention and, when it is not in session, the
Dominion Executive Council.
Ex-Service Personnel
These are persons who have served in the Armed Forces
of Commonwealth countries or Allies.
Financial Reports
These are reports that branches must submit to their
Provincial Command in accordance with Sections 1205
and 1206 of the General By-Laws.
General By-Laws
The General By-Laws are the rules and regulations that
govern The Royal Canadian Legion. Article XI provides
Poppy and Remembrance policy that is to be followed by
all levels of the Legion.
Grants
Poppy Trust Fund grants may only be used for emergency
assistance, which is defined as shelter, food, fuel, clothing,
prescription medicine and necessary transportation.
Assistance cannot be continued over an extended period.
These grants are only to be provided to persons who are
listed as a Veteran in Subsection 101.d of the General By-Laws
and Section 401 of this manual.
Poppy Campaign
The Poppy Campaign commences on the last Friday of
October and ends Remembrance Day each year.
Poppy Manual
The manual augments Article XI of the General By-Laws
by providing information and guidance on the organization,
responsibilities, implementation, accounting and reporting
procedures for all Poppy matters within the Legion.
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