North Grenville, ON – The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 212 Kemptville has proudly presented Mayor Nancy Peckford with the prestigious Royal Canadian Legion Friendship Award, a rare honour reserved for individuals and organizations outside the Legion who have demonstrated extraordinary support and service to Veterans and the Legion community.
The award presentation took place during the Regular Council Meeting on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, where Legion President Bryan MacRostie and Immediate Past President Jay Tousaw made a formal deputation before Council.
Through her tireless efforts, Mayor Peckford has fostered a spirit of unity and support, ensuring that the needs of both the community and local Veterans are prioritized at the municipal level. She has been a frequent participant in Legion social events, ceremonies, and award presentations, consistently demonstrating her commitment to those who have served.
In accepting the award, Mayor Peckford expressed her deep appreciation: "It is a tremendous honour to receive the Royal Canadian Legion Friendship Award. The men and women who have served our country, and the families who stand beside them, deserve our enduring respect and gratitude. Although I am the one receiving this, I must thank my Council colleagues for their collaboration and support for all of these initiatives. I am profoundly moved by this recognition and remain steadfast in our commitment to ensuring that the sacrifices of our Veterans are never forgotten."
Among her many contributions, Mayor Peckford has supported several high-profile initiatives, including:
- The North Grenville Sites of Remembrance
- Commemorative naming of Prescott Street as Remembrance Way
- The Honour Our Veterans Banner Program
- The Kemptville Cenotaph Restoration Project
- The 100th Anniversary of the Kemptville Cenotaph
The ceremony featured a formal procession from the main lobby into Council Chambers, led by Piper Peter Cook of the Kemptville Legion Pipes and Drums Band and accompanied by members of Council and a contingent of Legionnaires. The award includes a commemorative Legion Medal and a framed certificate from the Ontario Provincial Command.
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