Veterans Affairs Minister Lawrence MacAulay (Cardigan, PEI) the Minister of Patriots and Veterans Affairs of the Republic of Korea, Park Sam‑Duck, spent a day discussing issues that affect the well‑being of veterans. They attended events to commemorate Canada and the Republic of Korea’s shared military history and discussed the upcoming commemoration of the 70th anniversary of the Korean War. … Read more
Veterans Affairs Minister Lawrence MacAulay (Cardigan, P.E.I.) announced a contribution of $13,500 through the Commemorative Partnership Program to the Comox Valley Airport Commission in support of their Plane of Reconciliation project. Through this project, the Comox Valley Airport has recently installed above its departures lounge a replica of a First World War Nieuport Biplane donated by the … Read more
Veterans Affairs Minister Lawrence MacAulay (Cardigan, PEI) and National Defence Minister Harjit S. Sajjan (Vancouver South, B.C.) issued the following statement today to mark Black History Month in Canada: “Black History Month is a time to honour Black Canadians, both past and present. It is also a time to reflect and learn more about their distinguished service, … Read more
Veterans Affairs Minister Lawrence MacAulay (Cardigan, P.E.I.) announced funding for Operation Entrepreneur through the Veteran and Family Well-Being Fund. Operation Entrepreneur will receive $390,000 over three years to expand its workshop and online learning programs for veterans and their families to explore self-employment options. The announcement took place during a career fair geared toward Canada’s veterans … Read more
Veterans Affairs Minister Lawrence MacAulay (Cardigan, P.E.I.) accompanied by Associate Deputy Minister of Veterans Affairs Canada, Lisa Campbell, participated in the signing of a new partnership between VAC and the University of Prince Edward Island. This partnership will help VAC support research and education to foster new employees with the educational experience needed to meet the needs of … Read more
Veterans, Canadian Armed Forces members, police service members, civilians and families of those who served in Afghanistan, as well as Indigenous groups and other Canadians are invited to provide their input on the design guidelines for the National Monument to Canada’s Mission in Afghanistan. The online consultation will be available from 2-20 January 2020. Feedback received will help … Read more
Veterans Affairs Minister Lawrence MacAulay (Cardigan, PEI) announced funding for Good Shepherd Refuge Social Ministries through the Veteran and Family Well-Being Fund. Good Shepherd Refuge Social Ministries will receive $399,780 over three years to provide support to homeless veterans and those at risk of becoming homeless in Toronto. The full release is available online. Call 613-992-7468.
Veterans Affairs Minister Lawrence MacAulay (Cardigan, PEI), National Defence Minister Harjit S. Sajjan (Vancouver South, B.C.) an Ralph Goodale issued the following statement on Remembrance Day: “On 11 November 1919, Canada first marked Armistice Day, commemorating the agreement that ended the First World War on Monday, 11 November 1918, at 11 a.m. Since then, Canadians gather … Read more
Veterans Affairs Minister Lawrence MacAulay (Cardigan, PEI), National Defence Minister Harjit S. Sajjan (Vancouver South, B.C.) and Crown-Indigenous Relations Minister Carolyn Bennett (Toronto-St. Paul’s, Ont.) issued a joint statement to mark Aboriginal Veterans Day: “On Aboriginal Veterans Day, we pay tribute to the First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples who have served our country bravely and with dedication, so … Read more
Veterans Affairs Minister Lawrence MacAulay (Cardigan, PEI) issued the following statement in recognition of the pre- and post-Second World War experiences of Métis Veterans: “Métis across Canada valiantly participated in military service, and their courage and contributions are a source of honour to their families, their communities, and to all Canadians. They served in the … Read more
