News Release
August 30, 2007
Ottawa The Honourable Greg Thompson, Minister of Veterans Affairs, presented the Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation to 19 outstanding Canadians from Ontario during a ceremony today in Ottawa. The recipients were recognized for their dedication and devotion to Canada's Veterans.
"I am proud to honour these distinguished individuals, all of whom have contributed so selflessly to keeping alive the sacred memory of Canada's Veterans," said Minister Thompson. "Through their generosity, devotion and dedication, they have made an outstanding contribution to improving the lives of our Veterans and their families."
The Commendation was presented to the following Canadians:
Leonard Baxter, Cambridge
Warren Hyland, Masse
Norman Bédard, Casselman
Jack McFarland, Hamilton
Peter Brennan, Ottawa
Robert Post, Brampton
Duane Daly, Kanata
Donald Pryer, Brockville
Jan de Vries, Pickering
Shaun Redmond, Cornwal
Murray Floyd, Dundas
Gordon Hamilton Southam, Ottawa
Jack Frost, Madoc
Robert Studholme, North Bay
Arthur Haley, Wiarton
Terence Wickens, Elliot Lake
Alban Hebburn, Toronto
John Wright, North York
Harold Holland, Peterborough
"These recipients are remarkable role models who help to inspire their fellow Canadians to fully appreciate the legacy of our Veterans," said Minister Thompson. "We owe our Veterans a great debt for the peace and freedoms we enjoy today."
The Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation is presented to individuals who have contributed to the care and well-being of Veterans and to the remembrance of their contributions, sacrifices and achievements. It is intended primarily for Veterans, but in some circumstances may also be awarded to non-Veterans. Nominations may be submitted by the public at any time and are reviewed annually by an Advisory Committee.
The Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation consists of a bar, which can be worn below official decorations on a Veteran's blazer, a lapel pin for civilian wear and a certificate.
More information on the Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation, including citations for the 19 recipients, can be found on the Veterans Affairs Canada Web site at www.vac-acc.gc.ca.
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