Alberta and Saskatchewan residents recognized for their volunteer service to Veterans

OTTAWA, ON, March 24, 2022 /CNW/ - Canadians have many reasons to show gratitude to our Veterans. Their sacrifice has helped us enjoy the lives we live today. They've helped establish and maintain peace around the world. Recognizing these contributions, many Canadians dedicate time and effort to commemorate Veterans and their service. 

Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, awarded the Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation to the following Alberta and Saskatchewan residents in recognition of their contributions in service to Canada's Veterans:

• · Captain (Ret'd) Rodney Holowaty, Saskatoon, SK
• · Private (Ret'd) Donald Leier, Saskatoon, SK
• · Major (Ret'd) Gregory Mulatz, Regina, SK
• · Jill Alm, Edmonton, AB
• · 2nd Lieutenant Michael Chandler, High Level, AB
• · Captain Robyn Christina Dwyer, High Level, AB
• · Corporal (Ret'd) Todd Martin, Okotoks, AB
• · Honorary Colonel Jennifer Nye, Edmonton, AB

Each year since its creation in 2001, the Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation has been awarded to deserving Canadians who have improved the care and well-being of our Veterans or honoured the sacrifices they have made. Close to 1,200 individuals from across provinces and territories have been awarded the Commendation over the past two decades.

Quotes 

"The Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation is the highest honour I can bestow. Through their volunteerism, these eight Canadians are making a true difference for our Veterans."

The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Veterans Affairs and
Associate Minister of National Defence

Quick facts

• The Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation was created in 2001 by Warrant of the Governor General and with the approval of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
• Since 2001, close to 1,200 people have received this award.
• The Commendation consists of a certificate, a lapel pin for civilian wear and a bar for wear with decorations.
• The design is a gold maple leaf resting on a red poppy— a flower long associated with the sacrifices of war— with the Royal Crown on the top of the pin.

Associated Links

• Minister of Veterans Affairs 2022 Commendation Recipients 
• Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation 

SOURCE Veterans Affairs Canada

Contacts: Media Relations, Veterans Affairs Canada, 613-992-7468, [email protected]; John Embury, Director of Communications, Office of the Minister of Veterans Affairs, [email protected]