Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, Que.) highlighted the Year of the Korean War veteran in Québec City. Since 2013 has been declared the Year of the Korean War veteran, Blaney, joined by veterans of the Korean War, went to the Citadelle of Québec to pay tribute to veterans and members of the Royal 22e … Read more
In honour of the Year of the Korean War Veteran, Canadian Armed Forces personnel and veterans, as well as senators and members of Parliament, gathered for a scrimmage hockey game that commemorated the Imjin River Cup games played by Canadian soldiers during the Korean War in the winters of 1952 and 1953. More information is … Read more
Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, Que.) released a report by the Scientific Advisory Committee on Veterans' Health on the issue of depleted uranium titled: "Depleted Uranium and Canadian Veterans: A Review of Potential Exposure and Health Effects." The report addresses the subject of the potential exposure of Canadian soldiers to levels of depleted uranium … Read more
Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, Que.) launched the “Right to Fairness Implementation Plan” to cut red tape for veterans applying to Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) for disability benefits. The plan addresses the recently issued ombudsman report entitled “Veterans’ Right to Disclosure: A Matter of Procedural Fairness.” It consists of new measures that will ensure … Read more
Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, Que.) issued a statement to recognize Black History Month. More information is available online. Call 613-992-7468.
Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, Que.) participated in events organized by the True Patriot Love Foundation, and the Veterans Transition Advisory Council (VTAC), a team of corporate champions committed to removing the barriers that veterans face during the transition to civilian employment. The full release is available online. Call 613-992-7468.
Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, Que.) attended a roundtable meeting with members of Branch 001 of the Royal Canadian Legion. The event was part of his continued efforts to consult with veterans and their families to ensure the federal government is meeting their needs. Over the past year, Blaney has announced several service improvements … Read more
Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, Que.) and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Natural Resources and for the Canadian Wheat Board David Anderson (Cypress Hills-Grassland, Sask.) announced up to $22,575 for a project in Swift Current, Sask., to honour veterans and those who made the ultimate sacrifice. This funding, provided through Veterans Affairs Canada's … Read more
On behalf of Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, Que.), Conservative MP Pat Davidson (Sarnia-Lambton, Ont.) announced a contribution of up to $5,278 to restore the Oil Springs Soldiers Monument, which was erected in memory of those who lost their lives in the First World War. More information is available online. Call 613-992-7468.
Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, Que.) announced that 2013 will mark the Year of the Korean War Veteran. Blaney made the announcement at a special event held at the Canada Aviation and Space Museum. He was joined by Conservative British Columbia Senator Yonah Martin, representatives from the Royal Canadian Legion, the Korea Veterans Association of … Read more
