Her Majesty's Army & Navy Veterans Society

01/20/2023

Good afternoon

Although the H.M.A.N.V.S. is physically closed, it lives on in the memories of our members. Our members were our #1 supporters, we're a family, and any loss of a member is greatly felt by all.

Sadly, there is some sad news to announce.

Longtime member Maggie McDonald, wife of former H.M.A.N.V.S. president, the late Paul Wintemute, has passed away this morning.

Maggie has been a staple at the Wednesday summer darts for many many years. Her and Paul put their lives into the H.M.A.N.V.S. and it's members. I will always remember her.

Details as to funerals and such will be shared as when they become available.

Rest in Peace Maggie
~Brad

09/08/2022

The end of an era is upon us. Tragically, Her Majesty The Queen has passed away at the age of 96.

Queen Elizabeth II has reigned since 1952.

Although we are now closed, we will always remember our roots and we hope all Canadians will remember that as well

Please join us in saying God Save The Queen for the last time 💙

07/22/2022

Good afternoon, this is Brad Vinette.

On behalf of the H.M.A.N.V.S. I'd like to extend a special Happy Birthday to Reverend Francis Chisholm.

For those who don't know, Rev. Chisholm, a WW2 veteran, has served for many years as the Padre for the RHLI, but he has done so much more for everyone, including for the H.M.A.N.V.S.. Everything from the Garrison Parade to the Warplane Heritage Museum's Remembrance Day Service to the RHLI Dieppe Memorial Service and even taking part in the Dieppe Memorial Service in Dieppe, France.
He also participated in the H.MA.N.V.S. Lost Monument Parades, where he obliged our request for him to be the service's Padre.

His accomplishments and accolades would be too long to list here. I'd like to take a moment to thank him for all he has done for everyone, and especially the H.M.A.N.V.S., over the years.

I hope you have a great day and cheers to many more to come 🥂
-Brad Vinette

07/04/2022

To all our American Friends and Family

07/01/2022

06/27/2022

Good afternoon.

Please read the post in it's entirety as it has all the details regarding the closure of the H.M.A.N.V.S. THE CLOSING DATE HAS BEEN MOVED UP

Final day of Regular Operation:
Thursday June 30: 12:00pm-6:00pm

This will be the final day non-members will be allowed in.

July 13, 3:00pm-7:00pm - MEMBERS ONLY:
Members may come to the H.M.A.N.V.S. to pick out a momento if they desire. There will be limitations the number of items a member can take, so as to allow other members to have a momento if they wish

July 16, 1:00pn-6:00pm - MEMBERS ONLY:
A farewell "get together" has been planned for this day. Some limited refreshments and food will be available, however this is more an opportunity for one last get together. Dart boards should still be available for those who wish to play darts

July 24, 2:00pm SHARP - MEMBERS ONLY:
The final general meeting will be held this day. Final details regarding the official sale will be provided at this meeting, as well as providing one final opportunity to hang out with other members.

On behalf of the entire Executive, we'd like to take a moment to thank each and every one of you for your continued support over the years, both in person and on this page.
-Denis Angers, President
-Bradley Vinette, Executive Officer & Page Manager

06/06/2022

WE WILL REMEMBER THEM

05/26/2022

Happy birthday to our very own President, Denis Angers! I'm sure I can speak for all our executive and members when I say this. Have a great day! (Brad)

05/16/2022

Good morning.

There is no easy way to say this, so let's just say it: The Her Majesty's Army & Navy Veterans Society of Hamilton is closing. The final day will be Saturday July 30, 2022

This decision was not made lightly. This was made only after using all other possible means of survival. Unfortunately, as our regulars move on and less new regulars join, combined with the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, to which we were not immune, this has led to us no longer being able to feasibly remain open.

Details of the closure, such as what will happen to all the items in the basement, will be announced at our next general meeting (details below).

On behalf of the executive, and all of our members, thank you everyone for your support over the last 125+ years

Our next General Meeting is scheduled for June 19 2022 @ 2:00pm