Though it’s long-held tradition for Canadians to adorn their jackets with a bright red poppy pin come November, obtaining a poppy still works on an honour system.
When you get a poppy, whether from a veteran or simply a box at your local coffee shop, you’re welcome to leave whatever donation you’d like — from a nickel to your life savings. But what is the most appropriate amount to put in?
This is what The Royal Canadian Legion — the organization that runs the Poppy Fund, recommends:
We suggest that you give according to the dictates of your conscience. You might remember that the cost of all the things the Poppy Fund provides is much higher today; therefore, it takes more money to do the same job. When you give to the Poppy Campaign you remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice and help Veterans and the dependents of those who have served our country.
Funds raised during the poppy drive go toward supporting veterans and their families, including aid with shelter, food and medical care or funding for community programs.
It’s hard to put a price on the service given by these men and women to Canada, but we asked some Canadians how much they think should be donated when you pick up a poppy. Listen to their answers in the video above.
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