Alton Sutton

Carleton Place, Ontario

Mr. Sutton is a retired member of the Canadian Forces. He joined the Royal Canadian Legion in Carleton Place in 1992. Since that time, Mr. Sutton chaired several committees and served for two years as branch vice-president. He served three terms as the branch’s service officer, where he was responsible for ensuring that local Veterans and their dependents receive all the benefits for which they were eligible through the Royal Canadian Legion and Veterans Affairs Canada. He was a member of the Poppy Trust Fund Committee, ensuring funds were distributed to support Veterans. Mr. Sutton is the Sports Chairman for the branch and is an active member of the Sunset Club, a local seniors club that provides weekly sporting events and social events for those 55 years and older.