Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, QC) will lead a delegation to France to commemorate the 95th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge. Blaney said that joining the delegation of veterans and attending the unique event offers organizations the opportunity to profile the stories of remarkable individuals and the grievous events upon which Canada … Read more
Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, QC) issued a statement to recognize Black History Month. Blaney said that every year Canadians are invited to take part in the activities that commemorate the legacy of Black Canadians, past and present. Blaney added that the government proudly salutes the members of Canada's Black community who have put … Read more
Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, QC) held roundtable discussions with members of various Korean War Veterans groups while in the Vancouver area. Blaney said by holding roundtable discussions, the government is listening to the concerns of veterans and their families. Groups included representatives from the Korean War Commemorative Alliance, Korean Veterans Association and the … Read more
Thirteen citizens from British Columbia were honoured for their commitment and dedication to veterans. Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, QC) presented these individuals with the Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation during a ceremony in Richmond, BC. Blaney said these individuals have made a real and lasting difference with their service and dedication to Canada's … Read more
Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, QC) visited Nova Scotia to meet with representatives of Veterans Emergency Transition Services, an organization that provides support to homeless Canadian veterans. Blaney commended Veterans Emergency Transition Services for their work on behalf of Canadian veterans who are in difficult circumstances, helping them access appropriate assistance and services related … Read more
On behalf Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, QC), Conservative MP Guy Lauzon (Stormont-Dundas-South Glengarry, ON) announced the government's support for a major addition to the Hill 70 Memorial to honour Veterans and those who have made the ultimate sacrifice. The Mountain and District Lions Club in Mountain, ON, is receiving a maximum of $40,972 … Read more
On behalf of Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, QC), Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Health Colin Carrie (Oshawa, ON) laid a wreath at the C Force Memorial Wall during a commemorative ceremony to mark the 70th anniversary of the Battle of Hong Kong. Carrie said that this important gesture is a crucial step in … Read more
Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, QC) and Foreign Affairs Minister John Baird (Ottawa West-Nepean, ON) recognized a heartfelt apology from the Government of Japan to former Canadian prisoners of war for their suffering during the Second World War. The apology was delivered December 8, 2011, in Tokyo by Mr. Toshiyuki KATO, Japan's Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Foreign … Read more
Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, QC) and Foreign Affairs Minister John Baird (Ottawa West-Nepean, ON) recognized the 70th anniversary of the Battle of Hong Kong. Approximately 1,975 Canadians participated in this Second World War battle which took place between December 8 and Christmas Day 1941. Blaney said that as the government marks the 70th … Read more
Veterans Affairs Canada and the Canadian Football Leauge presented the second annual Jake Gaurdaur Veterans' Trophy to Andre Durle of the Toronto Argonauts. Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, QC) said the government is proud to partner with the Canadian Football Leauge to engage fans, youth and all Canadians in remembering the significant contributions of Canada's veterans. Durle … Read more
