Canadian Legion

Inside a meeting hall for the Royal Canadian Legion, a few dozen members were waiting out a snowy afternoon playing card games and snacking from a box of Tim Horton doughnuts.

Cherry, 85, who is as well known for his flamboyant dress as for his inflammatory opinions, appeared in his “Coach’s Corner” segment wearing a Royal Canadian Legion blazer, even though he is not a veteran.

The Bells of Peace initiative is coordinated by the Royal Canadian Legion.

Every Remembrance Day, the Royal Canadian Legion names one mother of a soldier to represent all mothers who have lost children in Canadian military service.

Anita Cenerini did not immediately agree take on the role of National Silver Cross Mother when she was first approached by the Royal Canadian Legion.