Canadian Veterans

• As a Canadian teen he landed in France on D-Day. He has received the country’s highest honour

  Joseph Vogelgesang was decorated as a Knight of the Legion of Honour at a ceremony in Vancouver on Thursday, as the world marked the 80th anniversary of D-Day.

  Canada

  Jun 6
  
• ‘Keep these stories alive’: Canadian veteran reflects on 80 years since D-Day

  Percival James Smith was only 17 years old when he left high school and decided to enlist in the Merchant Navy. On the 80th anniversary of D-Day he shared some memories.

  Canada

  Jun 6
  
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• 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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• How to honour veterans in Simcoe County this Remembrance Day

  To honour those who have served our county, communities across Simcoe County will be holding ceremonies to commemorate Remembrance Day.

  Canada

  Nov 10, 2023
• Ontario consulting on how to better support job-seeking veterans, military spouses

  Ontario is launching consultations on how to better support veterans and military spouses who are looking for work.

  Canada

  Nov 10, 2023
• West Island Remembrance Day ceremony highlights peace, duty to remember

  The city of Beaconsfield, Que., held its annual Remembrance Day ceremony on Saturday, Nov. 4, at Heroes Park alongside veterans, politicians and local residents.

  Canada

  Nov 5, 2023
• Vandalism of Canadian National Vimy Memorial condemned by minister

  The minister of veterans affairs said the Canadian government, which maintains the Vimy Ridge memorial, is working with French authorities to find the alleged vandal.

  Canada

  Aug 16, 2023
• New rehab contract for veterans given failing grade by union. Why?

  The union is pointing the finger at a lack of training in Veterans Affairs Canada's guidelines, as well as a lack of understanding of what the clients need.

  Canada

  Jun 5, 2023
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• Nova Scotia veterans’ advocates want new government contract for rehab services cancelled

  The federal government awarded the $570-million contract to Partners in Canadian Veterans Rehabilitation Services (PCVRS) in June 2021, but it came into effect last November.

  Canada

  Mar 14, 2023
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• ‘We have to support young veterans’: Manitoba legions push to get younger veterans involved

  The Royal Canadian Legion is pushing to get younger veterans and their families involved, including the West Kildonan Branch 30 in Winnipeg.

  Canada

  Mar 10, 2023