Media advisory - Métis Nation Honours Second World War Veteran in Calgary
OTTAWA, March 1, 2020 /CNW/ - The Métis Nation Minister of Veterans Affairs David Chartrand will be honouring Métis veteran of the Second World War at a ceremony in Calgary, AB. The ceremony will include the presentation of a $20,000 cheque to the veteran under the terms of the $30 million Canada-Métis Nation Métis Veterans Recognition Payment Agreement.
Media are invited to observe the ceremony.
Please note No photos or videos to be taken outside of the event area, including individuals or spaces.
Event: Legacy Fund Presentation to WWII Métis Veteran John Poitras
Date: Monday, March 2, 2020
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Location: AgeCare Skypointe (179 Skyview Cir. Calgary, AB)
Participants/Guests:
- President David Chartrand, Minister of Veterans
- WWII Métis veteran John Poitras and family members
The MNC represents the Métis Nation in Canada at the national and international levels. The Métis Nation's homeland includes the 3 Prairie Provinces and extends into the contiguous parts of British Columbia, Ontario, the Northwest Territories and the United States. There are approximately 400,000 Métis Nation citizens in Canada, roughly a quarter of all Aboriginal peoples in the country.
SOURCE Métis National Council
or all media requests: Ke Ning, Email: [email protected], c: 613-297-5193
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