Ottawa, Ontario
Mr. Este is a Korean War Veteran who served 34 years with the Canadian Armed Forces. He first joined the Canada Post, Branch 79 of The Royal Canadian Legion (RCL) in Montreal in 1953. Since then, Mr. Este has been a member of various branches, including in Oromocto, Trenton, Nepean--now Westboro and Bells Corners. A charter and founding member of Barrhaven Branch 641, he has been active since transferring from his previous location. Mr. Este has served as poppy chairman, service officer and branch chairman. In May 2011, he was elected president and still holds a seat on the executive. Throughout his notable involvement with the RCL, Mr. Este has made service to Veterans his top priority.