Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, Que.) issued a statement regarding the first annual Army Reserve Recognition Day. The full statement is available online. Call 613-992-7468.
Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, Que.) spoke to members of the Canadian Association of Veterans in United Nations Peacekeeping (CAVUNP) at the Biennial Association General Meeting in Hamilton, Ont. Canadian Association of Veterans in United Nations Peacekeeping members from across Canada gathered in Hamilton for three days of activities during the Biennial Association General … Read more
Eleven Canadians from Alberta, Manitoba and Saskatchewan were honoured for their commitment and dedication to veterans. Anne Marie Smart, associate deputy minister of Veterans Affairs Canada, presented these individuals with the Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation at a ceremony in Winnipeg. More information is available online. Call 613-992-7468.
Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, Que.) participated in the 2012 edition of the Canada Army Run in Ottawa. Blaney said he felt honoured and privileged to have had the opportunity to run alongside men and women in uniform, veterans and their families. 2012 marks the 5th anniversary of the Canada Army Run. This annual … Read more
On behalf of Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, Que.), Fisheries and Oceans Minister Keith Ashfield (Fredericton, N.B.) highlighted the Helmets to Hardhats Canada Web site, dedicated to helping veterans and men and women in uniform find jobs in the building and construction industry as they transition to civilian life. The full press release is … Read more
Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, Que.) and brigadier-general (retired) Gregory Matte, executive director of Helmets to Hardhats Canada, officially launched the Helmets to Hardhats Canada web site. The web site is dedicated to helping veterans and men and women in uniform find jobs in the building and construction industry as they transition to civilian … Read more
Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, Que.) announced funding of up to $6,710 for the Battle of Britain Commemorative Ceremony and Parade to be held in Vancouver on Sept. 16, 2012. Blaney said the Battle of Britain was an important point in Canada's nation's military history and a significant step on the path to victory … Read more
On behalf of National Defence Minister Peter MacKay (Central Nova, N.S.), Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, Que.) announced additional funding to enhance the Canadian Forces' extensive mental healthcare system, particularly by targeting wait times through innovative recruitment campaigns and treatment approaches. Blaney said that the government is committed to supporting the health needs, including … Read more
On behalf of Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, Que.), Conservative MP Rodney Weston (Saint John, N.B.) announced a contribution of up to $5,925 to support the official dedication of Wade-Myles Park and the unveiling of the Millidgeville Community Cenotaph. These funds, in addition to a previously announced contribution in support of the cenotaph's construction, … Read more
On behalf of Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, Que.), Conservative MP Daryl Kramp (Prince Edward-Hastings, Ont.) honoured Canada's veterans, Canadian Forces members and their families at the 12th Annual Warrior's Day at Coe Hill Parade. The event, which was hosted by the Warrior's Day at Coe Hill Committee in conjunction with Royal Canadian Legion … Read more
