Video of Calgarians hopping stopped freight train raises safety concerns
A video showing pedestrians climbing over a stopped train has raised concerns from police and a train accident survivor. Continue reading
War Amps
War Amps celebrates 100 years of service and gather for seminar in Winnipeg
The Western 2018 Child Amputee Seminar takes place in Winnipeg over the weekend as The War Amps celebrates 100 years of service. Continue reading
Canadian WWII veteran celebrating 95th birthday on Remembrance Day
As Remembrance Day approaches, a Montreal Second World War veteran reflects on his time in the war — and his 95th birthday, which happens to be on Nov. 11. Continue reading
Young Edmonton hockey player with hand disability feels complete with new prosthetic
By Julia Wong Digital Broadcast Journalist
Connor Young, 8, was born with symbrachydactyly, a condition where his hand is undeveloped. He has a double thumb and a pinkie but is missing an index finger, middle finger and his ring finger. Continue reading
Lethbridge boy is War Amps’ 2016 National Safety Ambassador
Last month, Cooper was named the War Amps 2016 National Safety Ambassador. He wants to share his story with other kids across Canada about the importance of playing safe. Continue reading
Calgarians help disabled teen wheel into a new world of freedom
By Gil Tucker Reporter
Ta Hay Tha started enjoying a freedom of movement Monday that he has never experienced in his life. Continue reading
Cliff Chadderton of War Amps dies at 94
Cliff Chadderton, who served as chief executive officer of The War Amps until 2009, has died and Prime Minister Stephen Harper said on Sunday that Canada has lost a “great man.” Continue reading
Young NB amputee to meet US soldier who lost his leg to an IED
Ten-year-old Jacob LeBlanc likes science and cars. But he doesn’t like his prosthetic leg. Continue reading
