The province recently announced its support for changes to liquor rules, which include the option for establishments like Legions to accommodate minors up until a certain hour in the evening.
"It's been a long time coming, it really has," said Tsawwassen Legion past president Lloyd Jones.
He noted liquor laws have prevented the Legion from holding family functions, even though family members help Legion members raise money for various groups in the community.
The changes will help increase the branch's membership, he said.
Ladner Legion manager Jacky Hillairet said the news is a great change for a lot of Legions.
"It will give us the opportunity to have a family dinner if we decide to or have the cadets for lunch for all the help they give us during the poppy campaign," she said in an email to the Optimist.
"We're thrilled with these positive changes in liquor regulations now permitting Legion branches to hold gatherings that safely accommodate minors, such as community events, fundraisers, anniversaries and birthday parties," said Angus Stanfield, BC/Yukon Command President in a press release.
The announcement last month also included news the government plans on introducing happy hour and will improve and expand B.C.'s responsible beverage service program, Serving it Right.
"These changes are about updating antiquated licensing rules to reflect what British Columbians actually want, while continuing to protect public safety," said Premier Christy Clark in a press release.
