Volunteers recognized for dedication to Canada's Military Veterans

Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendations presented at ceremony in Ottawa

OTTAWA, July 10, 2015 /CNW/ - The Honourable Erin O'Toole, Minister of Veterans Affairs, today presented the Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation to the following Ontario and Quebec residents, honouring their contributions in the service of Military Veterans:

Dr. Alice Aiken, Harrowsmith Dean Black, Renfrew Douglas Brunton, Kemptville Aubrey Callan, Mountain Walter Conrad, Ottawa Dr. Tim Cook, Ottawa Iain Davidson (Posthumous), Carleton Place Raymond Desjardins, Nepean Steve Desroches, Gloucester Gerry Dore, Ottawa Clarence (Gus) Este, Nepean Leonard Grummett, Ottawa Jarrott Holtzhauer, Ottawa Ernie Hughes, Nepean

John Jewitt, Ottawa Clive Law, Ottawa Richard Malott, Ottawa Peter Milsom, North Gower Jody Mitic, Orléans John Morrison, Bath Leslie Natynczyk, Kanata John O'Halloran, Ottawa Percy Price, Ottawa Jean-Paul St. Aubin, Ottawa Reno St. Germain, Gatineau Larry Shoebridge, Belleville Peter Sutton, Kingston Roland Vaillancourt, Kanata

Through volunteer efforts, these citizens provide invaluable support to the Armed Forces Veteran community, promoting greater awareness of the sacrifices and achievements of Canada's Military Veterans, and dedicating themselves to Veteran care.

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.
• The Government of Canada is proud to recognize those who honour the sacrifices and contributions of our nation's heroes.

Quote

"I am honoured to recognize the efforts of Canadians who provide outstanding contributions to Military Veterans. Their dedication and commitment to serve those who have served Canada speaks volumes about their character and their dedication to our great nation."
The Honourable Erin O'Toole, Minister of Veterans Affairs

Associated Links

• Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation - List of past recipients
• Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation - Backgrounder

SOURCE Veterans Affairs Canada

Martin Magnan, Press Secretary, Office of the Minister of Veterans Affairs, 613-996-4649; Media Relations, Veterans Affairs Canada, 613-992-7468