Veteran Army Trooper of the British Columbia Regiment (Duke of Connaught’s Own), Mr. Norman Briscoe has been volunteering his services to the Veteran community in British Columbia for over 28 years.
Since 1990, Mr. Briscoe has served as the Secretary and Chair of various committees and also on the Executive of Unit 26 of the Army, Navy and Air Force Veterans of Canada. He was also elected President in 2000, 2002 and 2003.
As President, he had to find a solution to the pre-existing financial deficit of Unit 26. He worked closely with the City of Vancouver over a three-year period to sell a piece of land owned by the Unit to generate revenue and improve the financial situation for several years.
In 2003, he worked closely with the Ladies Auxiliary to increase their dwindling numbers by having them host monthly activities and offer support to the programs and events of Unit 26. This increased the interest and support of the Ladies Auxiliary and prevented their disbandment.
Mr. Briscoe was responsible, over a three-year period, for the planning and preparation of a monthly luncheon for about 35 Veterans and seniors. Mr. Briscoe, in his late 80s, continues to support the present-day Veterans’ luncheon held by Unit 26 three times a year. He has also been the face of Unit 26 for over 50 years, laying a wreath on behalf of ANAVETS at the annual Remembrance Day ceremonies held in South Vancouver.