WW2 Canadian Applicant For Enlistment Lapel Badge

The WW2 Canadian Applicant For Enlistment Lapel Badge was issued during the Second World War to individuals in Canada who had applied to join the armed forces but had not yet been accepted for service. This badge served as a visible acknowledgment of the wearer’s attempt to enlist and distinguished them within their community during a period of national mobilization. Typically made from brass or similar alloy, the badge features the inscription “Applicant for Enlistment” and incorporates distinctive Canadian symbols, such as the maple leaf and crown, signifying loyalty to the Crown and engagement with the war effort. The reverse is usually stamped with a serial number and occasionally the manufacturer’s mark. This item provides historical insight into wartime Canadian society and the processes surrounding military recruitment. It is a relevant artifact for collectors interested in Canadian militaria and home front memorabilia from the 1939–1945 period.