PHOTOS: Monday marks Quinte’s world record, one year ago today!

Monday, June 29, 2020 is the one-year anniversary of Operation: Stand Proud, presented by Leon’s Trenton – where the Guinness World Record was broken for Largest Human Maple Leaf, as a show of appreciation for our Canadian Armed Forces.

Leon’s Trenton is excited to announce that the City of Quinte West has officially declared June 29, 2020, and each subsequent June 29th thereafter, as “Operation: Stand Proud Day” in the City of Quinte West.

Leon’s Superstore Trenton Owner Mike Eden talking to Quinte News one year ago today.

“Looking back on the event, it’s still incredible to see how our community came together in such a visual show of support and appreciation for our Canadian Armed Forces.   We had 3,942 people standing proud with us in the maple leaf that day, wearing red, and singing O’Canada.  We believe that together our community can thrive, and Operation: Stand Proud reinforces that. We’ve made history together, and we plan on celebrating our communities accomplishment every year!” says Mike Eden, Owner of Leon’s Trenton.

Below is Leon’s Trenton Owner Mike Eden speaking to Quinte News on the one year anniversary (note: poor audio quality)

Leon’s Trenton will be celebrating the first anniversary virtually with an exciting giveaway on Facebook.

From June 29 – July 1, share photos wearing your Operation: Stand Proud commemorative t-shirt and use the hashtag #OperationStandProud to be automatically entered in the draw taking place on Monday, July 6, 2020. One lucky winner will take home a custom Operation: Stand Proud Krahn patio set – valued at over $1,000!

In-store on June 29, Leon’s Trenton will be giving out free commemorative t-shirts with all purchases from 10am – 5pm. Official aerial photographs from the event can also be purchased for $10 (cash only) with proceeds going to the Canadian Armed Forces charity, Soldier On.

Soldier On inspires recovery and rehabilitation for former and serving military members through the transformative power of sport.

Soldier On empowers members to accept and adapt to their new normal and re-integrate with local, community-based activities to remain active for life.

This re-introduction to an active lifestyle provides members with the opportunity to develop new skills, build confidence and meet peers with similar challenges.“Leon’s Trenton wants to thank each and every one of our partners, sponsors, and volunteers, for making Operation: Stand Proud such a huge success.

So much of your time, effort, and expertise were put into this event and we are so grateful.

Thank you to our participants.

And thank you to the men, women, and their families, who have dedicated their lives to serving our country. We appreciate you!”