The LAV III Monument Program
The LAV III Monument Program recognizes the service of the Canadian Armed Forces in Afghanistan by providing LAV IIIs (Light Armoured Vehicles) to qualifying communities throughout Canada. These specific vehicles will be constructed from pieces of retired LAV IIIs, declared surplus through the Department of National Defence’s (DND) recent LAV III upgrade program. Even though from the outside, the vehicle may look as if it’s ready to fight, it will be delivered in a non-functional state. Constructing the programs LAV IIIs will be completed together by volunteers and students.
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About The Morinville Lav Project
What is the LAV III Project?
The purpose of the LAV III Monument Project is to give the local communities a memorial to honour the sacrifices that members of the Canadian Armed Forces have made while protecting and defending Canada.
How do I sponsor the LAV III?
Click the “Donate” button at the top of the website, or contact morinvillelav@gmail.com for more information.
Where will the LAV III be located?
The LAV III Monument will be located on the Morinville Leisure Center grounds and will be visible from Highway 642. There will be future access to the site along walking trails within the Morinville Leisure Center grounds.
Is there any tax benefits by donating?
It depends. The LAV III Project is facilitated by the Rotary Club of Morinville and is not a registered charity with CRA. Talk to a tax professional to find out if these expenditures are deductible for you.
The Rotary Club of Morinville will provide you a receipt if requested.
Can I do more than sponsor?
Contact the Rotary Club at rotarymorinville@gmail.com – the following infrastructure items are available in limited quantity for unique commemorative opportunities:
- Boulder – Cornerstone – Corner boulder at entrance to LAV III site with customized plaque (2 available)
- Boulder – Other than Corner – Boulder surrounding LAV III site with customized plaque (6 available)
- Benches – Benches surrounding LAV III with customized plaque (6 available)
Anything else important to know?
The Rotary Club of Morinville would like to thank the Royal Canadian Legion & ACFA Centralta for their valuable insights and dedication to the project from project planning, grant writing, and financial support. This project wouldn’t have been possible without them. Thank you.
