Royal Canadian Legion sees surge in membership during its centennial year. The Royal Canadian Legion is seeing a surge in new members. As the organization celebrates its 100th anniversary, national membership grew by more than 100,000 people by the end of June, as branches across the country work to attract a new generation. At Branch 275 in Fergus, Ont., membership jumped by nearly 300 people this year. #ctv #ctvnews #ctvnewskitchener @spencerturcotte