The world is changing rapidly. The United States is imposing new tariffs on Canada, designed to hurt and divide us. At the same time, conflicts in Europe and the Middle East are driving up prices around the world. In response, Canada’s government is focused on what we can control: building a stronger, more independent, and more affordable country.
The world is changing rapidly. The United States is imposing new tariffs on Canada, designed to hurt and divide us. At the same time, conflicts in Europe and the Middle East are driving up prices around the world. In response, Canada’s government is focused on what we can control: building a stronger, more independent, and more affordable country.
The following information is in addition to the news release issued on 24 August 2026[OB1.1], on Veterans Affairs Canada’s Commemorative Partnership Program and recipient organizations.
One hundred years ago in Winnipeg, Veterans’ organizations came together to create what is now The Royal Canadian Legion. For a century, the Legion has played an important role in communities across Canada, supporting Veterans and their families, promoting remembrance and honouring those who served.
The following information is in addition to the news release issued on 17 August 2026, on Veterans Affairs Canada’s Commemorative Partnership Program and recipient organizations.
The Honourable Jill McKnight, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, highlighted nearly $300,000 in Commemorative Partnership Program funding for 31 projects across Alberta.
The Government of Canada proudly recognizes individuals who make lasting contributions to the well-being of Canadian Veterans and who help preserve the memory of their service, sacrifices and achievements.
Today, the Honourable Jill McKnight, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, the Honourable David McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, issued the following statement to mark National Peacekeepers’ Day
Anita Vandenbeld, Member of Parliament for Ottawa West—Nepean, will participate in a commemorative event at the National Peacekeeping Monument to mark National Peacekeepers’ Day. The event will include participation from Veterans, active members of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), and youth.
