On behalf of Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, QC), Conservative MP Scott Armstrong (Cumberland-Colchester-Musquodoboit Valley, NS) attended a commemorative ceremony to mark the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers in Bass River, NS. Armstrong said this is a day to reflect on the contributions and sacrifices made by the brave men and women who … Read more
On behalf of Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, QC), National Revenue Minister Gail Shea (Egmont, PE) announced a contribution of up to $25,000 to restore three Centennial Park Memorials, which are erected in memory of those who lost their lives in the First World War and the Second World War, and in memory of … Read more
Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, QC) and Associate Minister of National Defence Julian Fantino (Vaughan, ON) attended a Gala in support of the Helmets to Hardhats program. The Helmets to Hardhats program, led by Canada's Building Trade Unions, will help connect veterans, Canadian Armed Forces members and reservists to a range of careers within … Read more
Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, QC) met with a group of veterans from the Quebec City area who have been getting together for breakfast at the Galeries de la Capitale for more than 10 years. Blaney accompanied by the former mayor of Quebec City and former Lieutenant-Governor of the province, Gilles Lamontagne, took time … Read more
On behalf of Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, QC), Justice Minister Rob Nicholson (Niagara Falls, ON) attended a ceremony of remembrance in honour of the 75th Annual Pilgrimage to the Cenotaph in Niagara Falls, ON. The event, hosted by La Societe des Quarante Hommes et Huit Cheveaux (40 & 8 Society) and the Royal … Read more
Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, QC) was the guest of honour at a ceremony for the 2820 Chutes-de-la-Chaudiere Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps, which was held at the Charny Aquarena. The cadets paraded proudly in front of parents and friends during the ceremony, which marked the end of the year for the unit. The … Read more
Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, QC) issued a statement to mark the passing of Second World War veteran Garth Webb. Blaney said Webb was both a strong advocate for veterans and a determined leader whose dedication contributed greatly to the recognition of Canada's veterans. The full release is available online. Call 613-992-7468.
Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, QC) issued a statement to mark the passing of Garth Webb. Blaney said Webb was both a strong advocate for veterans and a determined leader whose dedication contributed greatly to the recognition of Canada's veterans. Blaney added that Webb worked tirelessly and with remarkable determination toward the creation of … Read more
Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, QC) issued a statement regarding the 67th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day (VE-Day). Blaney said on the 67th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day, Canada honours the more than 47,000 Canadians and Newfoundlanders who made the ultimate sacrifice during the Second World War. Blaney added that Canada recognizes … Read more
Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, QC) issued a statement regarding the 67th anniversary of the liberation of the Netherlands. Blaney said 67 years ago, with the liberation of the Netherlands, an everlasting relationship was formed between Canada and the Netherlands and Canadian troops played a vital role in liberating the people of the Netherlands. … Read more
