Veterans

• Veterans take aim at long delays, frequent denials for lump sum injury benefit

  Veterans trying to access Canada's critical injury benefit say they're being delayed and denied. Some say they've waited more than a year to have their applications processed.

  Canada

  Feb 13
  
• Meet Canada’s newest centenarian — and his 2 tips for longevity

  Russell Kaye was a gunner with Canada’s 12th Field Regiment during the Second World War. He was one of 133,000 Allied troops that stormed the beaches of Normandy on D-Day.

  Canada

  Feb 9
  
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• 2 Lethbridge men awarded Veterans Affairs commendation for work helping vets

  The Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation is awarded to volunteers who contribute countless hours to ensure veterans are recognized and supported.

  Canada

  Jan 19
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• Canadian Coding for Veterans float takes top international prize at Rose Parade

  A float belonging to a Canadian not-for-profit organization that trains veterans for careers in I.T. captured the top international prize at the Rose Parade on New Year's Day.

  Canada

  Jan 1
• Lethbridge-area veterans honoured by Quilts of Valour

  Whether or not the quilt is made special for anyone in particular, they are specially made for everyone.  Teams of volunteers make the quilts from all across the country.  

  Canada

  Nov 24, 2023
• A lifeline for Veterans: Michael Richards and his service dog Felix

  After 21 years of service across the globe, Richards was diagnosed with PTSD. However, his journey toward healing took a new trajectory with the companionship of his service dog.

  Canada

  Nov 17, 2023
• ‘Sense of relief’: Veteran-led lawsuit against feds could mean multi-million-dollar payout

  On Nov. 8, a final settlement agreement was reached between veterans and the federal government regarding miscalculated disability payments that dated back about 20 years.

  Money

  Nov 17, 2023
• For Canadian veterans, the toxic legacy of burn pits lingers: advocate

  An Afghanistan veteran is advocating for Canada to do more research to understand the the post-service health impacts of exposure to toxic burn pits at military bases.

  Canada

  Nov 12, 2023
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• ‘We will never forget’: Saskatoon commemorates 92nd Remembrance Day

  Veterans and those who have served Canada were honoured in front of thousands at the SaskTel Centre in Saskatoon during the city's annual Remembrance Day service.

  Canada

  Nov 11, 2023
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• Remembrance Day ceremony in Winnipeg pays tribute to veterans past and present

  Hundreds gathered in to the Naval Reserve Division for the ceremony and the crowd was complete with civilians and active service members.

  Canada

  Nov 11, 2023