August 17, 2026
Honouring Veterans’ service and preserving their legacy across Alberta
From: Veterans Affairs Canada News release 17 August 2026 – St. Albert, Alberta – Veterans Affairs Canada The service and sacrifices of Canada’s Veterans are an integral part of our shared history. Through collaboration with Veterans Affairs Canada and the Government of Canada, community organizations throughout Alberta are helping Canadians learn about, honour and remember the […]
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August 14, 2026
Eight volunteers awarded Commendation for exemplary service to Canadian Veterans
From: Veterans Affairs Canada News release 14 August 2026 – Edmonton, AB – Veterans Affairs Canada 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. At ceremonies held in Calgary on August 13 and Edmonton on […]
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August 9, 2026
Ministers of Veterans Affairs, National Defence, Foreign Affairs and Public Safety mark National Peacekeepers’ Day
From: Veterans Affairs Canada Statement Ottawa, ON – 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: […]
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July 28, 2026
Minister McKnight to make liquefied natural gas announcement
From: Natural Resources Canada Media advisory July 28, 2026 VANCOUVER — The Honourable Jill McKnight, Minister of Veterans Affairs, on behalf of the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, will make an announcement regarding international energy exports. Media availability will follow. Date: Wednesday, July 29, 2026 Time: 8 a.m. PT All accredited media are asked to […]
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July 27, 2026
Ministers of Veterans Affairs and National Defence honour Korean War Veterans on Korean War Veterans Day
From: Veterans Affairs Canada Statement Ottawa, ON – Today, the Honourable Jill McKnight, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, and the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, issued the following statement: “As we mark Korean War Veterans Day, we honour the courage, sacrifice and service of the more than 26,000 Canadians who […]
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July 17, 2026
Minister of Veterans Affairs congratulates The Royal Canadian Legion on its 100th anniversary
From: Veterans Affairs Canada Statement Ottawa, ON – Today, the Honourable Jill McKnight, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, issued the following statement: “Today marks the 100th anniversary of The Royal Canadian Legion, a milestone that recognizes a century of service, remembrance, and community support across Canada. “Incorporated by a special Act of […]
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July 7, 2026
Ministers of Veterans Affairs and National Defence mark 15 years since the end of Canada’s combat mission in Afghanistan
From: Veterans Affairs Canada Statement Ottawa, ON – Today, the Honourable Jill McKnight, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, and the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, issued the following statement: “Fifteen years after the end of Canada’s combat mission in Afghanistan, we honour the more than 40,000 Canadians who served […]
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July 5, 2026
Ministers of Veterans Affairs and National Defence mark the 110th anniversary of No. 2 Construction Battalion
From: Veterans Affairs Canada Statement Ottawa, ON – Today, the Honourable Jill McKnight, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, and the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, issued the following statement: “Today, we mark the 110th anniversary of the formation of No. 2 Construction Battalion, a Black Canadian Army unit whose service, sacrifice […]
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July 3, 2026
Government of Canada recognizes nine international volunteers for their exemplary service to Canadian Veterans
From: Veterans Affairs Canada News release 3 July 2026 – Ypres, Belgium – Veterans Affairs Canada The Government of Canada recognizes individuals who make meaningful contributions to the well-being of Veterans and who help preserve the memory of their service, sacrifices and achievements. Today in Ypres, Belgium, the Honourable Jill McKnight, Minister of Veterans Affairs […]
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July 1, 2026
Ministers of Veterans Affairs and National Defence mark 110th anniversaries of the Battle of Beaumont-Hamel and the Battle of the Somme
From: Veterans Affairs Canada Statement Ottawa, ON – Today, the Honourable Jill McKnight, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, and the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, issued the following statement: “Today we mark a solemn anniversary: the Battle of Beaumont-Hamel, fought on the opening day of the Battle of the […]
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