The N B BRANCH U E L ASSOCIATION CHARITABLE COMMITTEE is a Canadian nonprofit organization affiliated with the United Empire Loyalists' Association of Canada (UELAC). It functions as the New Brunswick branch within the national network dedicated to preserving and promoting the history and heritage of the United Empire Loyalists.

Overview

The organization operates under the business registration number 888635448RR0001 and is registered as a charitable committee in New Brunswick. As part of UELAC, it shares in the mission to celebrate and commemorate the contributions of Loyalists—those American colonists who remained loyal to the British Crown during the American Revolutionary War and subsequently resettled in Canada.

Mission and Activities

Aligned with the national association, the New Brunswick branch aims to:

• Unite descendants of United Empire Loyalists and others interested in Loyalist history.
• Preserve documents, artifacts, and other materials related to Loyalist heritage.
• Publish historical and genealogical research to promote public understanding.
• Erect and maintain monuments and memorials honoring the Loyalists.
• Foster awareness of Loyalist contributions to Canadian society and heritage.
• Uphold and promote values such as constitutional monarchy, parliamentary government, and rule of law, which are fundamental to Canada's Loyalist traditions[2][3].

Historical Context

The United Empire Loyalists' Association of Canada, established in 1914, is a longstanding organization that provides the national framework for branches such as the New Brunswick branch. The UELAC holds cultural, historical, and hereditary significance, supporting descendants and enthusiasts in understanding the impact of Loyalists on Canadian development and identity[5].

Membership and Community Engagement

Membership is open to anyone with an interest in Loyalist history who supports the association’s purposes. The New Brunswick branch participates in local and regional events, educational programs, and heritage projects designed to engage the community and preserve the Loyalist legacy in the province[3].

This charitable committee serves as a vital regional component of a national effort to keep the memory and traditions of the United Empire Loyalists alive in Canada, particularly within New Brunswick.