[1][2][3] On 1 April 1908, the 101st Regiment was authorized for service with its Headquarters and companies in Edmonton, Alberta.
After its arrival in the UK, on 8 December 1916, the battalion's personnel were absorbed by the 128th (Moose Jaw) Battalion, CEF, to provide reinforcements for the Canadian Corps.
[1][2][3] From 26 August to 1 September 1939, Details from The Edmonton Fusiliers were called out on active service under the designation The Edmonton Fusiliers (MG), CASF for local protection duties.
[2] On 24 May 1940, the regiment mobilized The Edmonton Fusiliers, CASF for active service and on 7 November 1940, the battalion was redesignated as the 1st Battalion, The Edmonton Fusiliers, CASF.
[2] On 12 May 1942, the regiment mobilized the 3rd Battalion, The Edmonton Fusiliers, CASF for active service.