The Honourable Julian Fantino, Minister of Veterans Affairs, today joined Senator Joseph Day and Deputy Chair of Committees of the Whole Barry Devolin at a ceremony of remembrance in the Senate Chamber. This annual commemorative ceremony pays homage to those who have courageously served and sacrificed to ensure Canada remains strong, proud, and free.
On behalf of the Honourable Julian Fantino, Minister of Veterans Affairs, Parm Gill, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Veterans Affairs, today attended the official unveiling and grand opening of the Wounded Warriors Canada Park of Reflection, located in Whitby's Cullen Central Park.
On behalf of the Honourable Julian Fantino, Minister of Veterans Affairs, Royal Galipeau, Member of Parliament for Ottawa¿Orléans, today attended the launch of the Royal Canadian Legion's 2014 Poppy Campaign in Ottawa.
Media are invited to join the Honourable Julian Fantino, Minister of Veterans Affairs, Senator Joseph Day, Senate of Canada, and Mr. Barry Devolin, Deputy Chair of Committees of the Whole, House of Commons, for a commemorative ceremony.
Member of Parliament for Ottawa–Orléans, Royal Galipeau, on behalf of the Honourable Julian Fantino, Minister of Veterans Affairs, will participate in the launch of the annual Poppy Campaign.
Parm Gill, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Veterans Affairs, on behalf of the Honourable Julian Fantino, Minister of Veterans Affairs, will attend the official unveiling and grand opening ceremony of the Wounded Warriors Canada Park of Reflection.
Costas Menegakis, Member of Parliament for Richmond Hill, today announced Government of Canada funding for a musical and theatrical memorial celebrating the achievements and sacrifices of Canada's Veterans. MP Menegakis made the announcement on behalf of the Honourable Julian Fantino, Minister of Veterans Affairs.
The Honourable Diane Finley, Member of Parliament for Haldimand–Norfolk, today announced Government of Canada funding for a booklet that will display a collection of artifacts to commemorate and honour the service and sacrifices of Canada's First World War Veterans. Ms. Finley made the announcement on behalf of the Honourable Julian Fantino, Minister of Veterans Affairs.
The Honourable John Duncan, Minister of State and Chief Government Whip, and Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, today announced Government of Canada funding for a new exhibit that will honour North Vancouver Islanders who gave their lives in service during the First and Second World Wars. Mr. Duncan made the announcement on behalf of the Honourable Julian Fantino, Minister of Veterans Affairs.
The Honourable Julian Fantino, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Member of Parliament for Vaughan, today joined local Veterans and the community to honour Canada's brave men and women at the annual Beechwood Cemetery Remembrance Day Service.