The Edge of Peace Commemorative Exhibit
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Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) is presenting a unique commemorative experience at Confederation Park in Ottawa from November 4 to 11.
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The 100th anniversary of Canada’s Hundred Days and Sergeant Hugh Cairns earning the Victoria Cross
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The last three months of the First World War have come to be known as Canada’s Hundred Days. During this period, a series of impressive Canadian Corps victories solidified our soldiers’ reputation as elite shock troops on the Western Front. Canada’s Hundred Days culminated with the signing of the Armistice on November 11, 1918.
Veteran and Family Well-Being Fund
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Grants and contributions from the Veteran and Family Well-Being Fund allow private, public or academic organizations to conduct research and implement initiatives and projects that support the well-being of Veterans and their families.
The 100th anniversary of the Battle of Canal du Nord and honouring Milton Gregg, VC
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Canada’s Hundred Days represents the last three months of the First World War. During this period a series of impressive Canadian Corps victories, including the Battle of the Canal du Nord, solidified their reputation as elite shock troops on the Western Front.
The Canadian Institute for Military and Veteran Health Research (CIMVHR)
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The Canadian Institute for Military and Veteran Health Research (CIMVHR) is an innovative organization that engages existing academic research resources and facilitates the development of new research, research capacity and effective knowledge translation.
Dieppe 75
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To mark the 75th Anniversary of the Dieppe Raid, Veterans Affairs Canada invites the media to share the stories of service and sacrifice from the Dieppe Raid.
75th anniversary of the Dieppe Raid - Calgary Event
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On August 19, 2017, a ceremony was held to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Dieppe Raid at The Military Museums in Calgary, Alberta.
75th Anniversary of the Dieppe Raid - Montréal Event
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The Dieppe Raid began before dawn on August 19, 1942. The operation was intended to test German defences, practise Allied assault techniques, force the enemy to divert military resources from the Eastern Front and acquire valuable intelligence. Supported by British and American commandos, almost 5,000 Canadian soldiers took part in the attack on the occupied French port of Dieppe. Sadly, it would prove to be the bloodiest single day of the entire Second World War for Canada and more than 3,350 of our soldiers were killed, wounded or taken prisoner.
Biographies – Board Member Appointments
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Biographies – Board Member Appointments
Invictus Games Toronto 2017
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The Invictus Games were created by His Royal Highness Prince Henry of Wales (Prince Harry) after a visit to the US Warrior Games in 2013, and from personal experiences he had during the Afghanistan War.
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