The simple poppy: a reminder of the universality of sacrifice
Service is service, the blood of all heroes never dies, and our remembrance of all veterans should be equally enduring regardless of the nature of their wounds.
Canada’s must-do list, not a wish-list for veterans
Canadians cannot renege on the contract was understood when we joined the armed forces, that the government would care for and compensate us for our losses in a manner that allows us to live in dignity, fairness, and prosperity.
Broken promises: veterans left waiting for adequate lifelong pensions
Veterans Affairs must adopt a ‘one veteran-one standard’ approach to improve legislation to address the financial and wellness requirements of the veterans’ community, particularly concerning pensions for life.
Veterans’ transition to civilian life hampered by access to supports, say advocacy groups
The majority of people who leave military service transition to civilian life relatively well but around 1,600 veterans annually struggle, according to the Veterans Transition Network’s CEO.
It’s time for our veterans’ programs and services to reflect a new generation of vets
Today’s veterans differ from previous generations, and to honour their service by providing the right supports to meet their needs as they age.
Issues facing veterans: moving forward means progress, not perfection
Mental health is not a one-size-fits-all problem, and veterans need to be able to make their own choices when it comes to their experiences.
Veterans, mental health, and the service dog connection
Operation Service Dog has provided over $2-million to help train and pair over 61 veterans with service dogs, with 27 more on the way.
Journalist accused of being a Russian asset says committee ‘played host to character assassination’
Canadian reporter David Pugliese says he was compelled to testify at committee after being accused of being a Russian asset by ex-Conservative MP Chris Alexander: ‘Not one MP on the committee raised a single critical question about these explosive allegations.’
Canada is a butter—not a gun—nation
Instead of being a NATO member, Canada should join the Partnership for Peace program.
In the age of dangerous disinformation, it’s time to get serious about online harms
How can a multicultural society function when hateful lies are allowed to spread like wildfire on the very platforms on which we rely for information?
