Parliamentary Secretary for Status of Women Susan Truppe (London North Centre, Ont.) honoured Canada’s veterans, Canadian Armed Forces members and their families at the 63rd annual Warriors’ Day Parade, which took place during the Western Fair in London, Ontario. The Warriors’ Day Parade is an annual opportunity for the citizens of London and its surrounding communities to honour … Read more
Minister of Veterans Affairs Julian Fantino (Vaughan, Ont.) honoured the following 19 Quebec residents with commendations for their exemplary service to veterans: George Beaulieu, Sherbrooke Maurice Carrière, Coteau-du-Lac Wes Cross, Montreal Roch-Serge Fortier, Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu Pierre Garneau, Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu David Houghton, Montreal André Houle, Trois-Rivières Daniel Lafontaine, Quebec Daniel Lefort, Sainte-Martine Marie Letemplier, Sherbrooke Charles Marinier, Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu Chris … Read more
On behalf of Minister of Veterans Affairs Julian Fantino (Vaughan, Ont.), Conservative MP Ben Lobb (Huron–Bruce, Ont.) announced Government of Canada support for the Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre’s Great War Centenary Project. As a historical exhibit to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the beginning of the First World War, the Great War Centenary Project, will include a variety of components, … Read more
On behalf of Minister of Veterans Affairs Julian Fantino (Vaughan, Ont.), Conservative MP Larry Miller (Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound, Ont.) announced Government of Canada support for the Meaford Community Theatre’s production of Peace & War. The two-hour production, which will feature performances by local musicians and an original short drama reflecting on Canada’s conflicts and peacekeeping missions during the last century, is being held on … Read more
Minister of Veterans Affairs Julian Fantino (Vaughan, Ont.) welcomed the report on the New Veterans Charter Permanent Impairment Allowance (PIA) and PIA Supplement from the Office of the Veterans Ombudsman (OVO). Fantino thanked veterans ombudsman Guy Parent for his work and for his commitment to helping veterans. The full release is available online. Call 613-996-4649.
On behalf of Minister of Veterans Affairs Julian Fantino (Vaughan, Ont.), Conservative MP Ted Opitz (Etobicoke Centre, Ont.) attended the 93rd annual Warriors’ Day Parade, held during the Canadian National Exhibition in Toronto. This year’s parade commemorated the 100th anniversary of the beginning of the First World War and the 70th anniversary of D-Day. The full … Read more
Minister of Veterans Affairs Julian Fantino (Vaughan, Ont.) issued a statement to mark the 69thanniversary of Victory over Japan (V-J Day). “Sixty-nine years ago, Canada and the world marked two historic events: the end of the Far East campaign and the end of the Second World War. Celebration of these triumphs was tempered, however, by recognition of all that had … Read more
Minister of Veterans Affairs Julian Fantino (Vaughan, Ont.) issued a statement to mark National Peacekeepers’ Day. “Canadian peacekeepers are internationally respected for the unparalleled contributions they have made to peace and stability the world over. Today, on National Peacekeepers’ Day, I am honoured to recognize their heroic efforts,” Fantino said. The full release is available online. Call 613-992-7468.
On behalf of Minister of Veterans Affairs Julian Fantino (Vaughan, Ont.), Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Veterans Affairs Parm Gill (Brampton-Springdale, Ont.), along with Conservative MP Steven Fletcher (Charleswood-St. James-Assiniboia, Man.) participated in a tour of the Field of Honour at Brookside Cemetery, guided by local officials. Later in the day, Gill joined Conservative MP Lawrence Toet (Elmwood-Transcona, Man.) to … Read more
On behalf of Minister of Veterans Affairs Julian Fantino (Vaughan, Ont.), Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Veterans Affairs Parm Gill (Brampton-Springdale, Ont.) met with representatives of veterans’ organizations and other stakeholders to gain their perspectives on key issues facing Canada’s veterans. The discussions gave the parliamentary secretary the opportunity to provide updates on Government of Canada initiatives related to … Read more
