Government of Canada to participate in ceremony to mark the 30th anniversary of the Battle of Medak Pocket

Media advisory

Ottawa, ON – The Government of Canada will participate in a commemorative ceremony at the National Peacekeeping Monument to mark the 30th anniversary of the Battle of Medak Pocket. General Wayne Eyre, Chief of the Defence Staff, Canadian Armed Forces, Veterans, and other dignitaries will be in attendance.

Interviews with dignitaries may be organized following the ceremony.

Location:   National Peacekeeping Monument (The Reconciliation)

                   Sussex Drive and St. Patrick Street

                   Ottawa, Ontario

Date:          Sunday, 10 September 2023

Time:         09:30 EDT

If you anticipate any accessibility barriers, please let us know and we will work with you to enable your participation.

Media who would like to participate must register by contacting media@veterans.gc.ca with their name and media outlet.

Associated Links

Forgotten Fights: Battle of Medak Pocket

Contacts

Media Relations
Veterans Affairs Canada
613-992-7468
media@veterans.gc.ca

John Embury
Director of Communications
Office of the Minister of Veterans Affairs
john.embury@veterans.gc.ca

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