New Street Banners Added to Series Honouring Local Veterans in Elmvale
Submitted by Township of Springwater, October 30, 2024
For the fifth consecutive year, Queen Street in downtown Elmvale is proudly displaying commemorative banners paying tribute to local veterans. This ongoing project is a collaborative effort between the Township of Springwater, the Royal Canadian Legion – Elmvale Branch and the Elmvale Business Improvement Area. With the addition of sixteen new banners this year, featuring thirty-two individuals, the initiative remains dedicated to honoring the bravery and selflessness of our nation’s veterans.
The project was launched in 2020 and now features 160 local veterans. The partnership hopes to keep expanding on the number of veterans recognized in years to come. Those highlighted this year include: Albert Archer, Alex McNeil, Alvin Archer, Archie Smith, Britton Bell, Edward Archer, Emerson Webb, Frank Loftus, George Archer, George Bell, Gordon Kirton, Gordon Spring, Harold Barnes, Harold Lawson, Ivison Spring, Jack Ball, Jack Brock, Jack Spence, James McNeill, James Reid, Jim Fleming, Jim Pearson, John Braithwaite, L. McNeill, Leo Hitz, Lloyd McKnight, Percy Black, Robt. Sprigley, Rodney Barnes, Stanley Clute, Wilbert Archer, William Cain.
“It’s an immense privilege for the Elmvale Business Improvement Area to partner with the Township and our local Legion in bringing this program to life for the community,” says Crystal Graveson, President, Elmvale BIA. “These banners serve as a reminder of the sacrifices made by our community’s heroes, ensuring their legacy continues.”
“The Elmvale Legion is proud to partner with the Township of Springwater and the Elmvale Business Improvement Area to make this program a reality each year,” says Michael Jacobs, President, Legion Branch 262. “As you view the banners, take a moment to reflect on the sacrifices that these veterans and their families have made to ensure our great nation of Canada is a free and safe country to live in.”
“The program is a great initiative to honour those who have served our country and to remember those who paid the ultimate sacrifice,” said Mayor Jennifer Coughlin. “As visitors pass through our community and see the banners, we hope they too, will pause to reflect on the immense impact of our veterans and carry that sense of gratitude with them.”
The banners will remain up throughout the month of November.
For information on Remembrance Day ceremonies happening locally, visit www.springwater.ca/RemembranceDay2024
A Successful Gathering in Elmvale
Submitted by Matt Garwood, Nov. 4, 2024
On Saturday, November 2, 2024, the Flos Agricultural Society proudly hosted the District 5 Annual General Meeting at the Elmvale Presbyterian Church. Representatives from most district fairs gathered to participate in this important annual event including the general meeting, guest speakers featuring the Elmvale Junior Fair Board, a workshop for local fair Ambassadors, lunch, and much more.
The Flos Agricultural Society, home of the Elmvale Fall Fair, would like to thank volunteers who gathered together to make hosting this event possible.