Mr. Minnis is a Canadian Armed Forces Veteran. He spearheaded the fundraising, design, and completion in 2005 of the Service Memorial Fountain located in Charlottetown. Peacekeepers, peace officers and firefighters now rally at the fountain annually for commemorative services. From 2007 to 2010, Mr. Minnis served as the Honorary Colonel of the Prince Edward Island Regiment and has been very active with the Prince Edward Island Regiment Association, where he helps to bring together Veterans and their spouses. Mr. Minnis is a Trustee of the Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry Foundation, which is dedicated to supporting Veterans and their families, funding research into rehabilitation for PTSD, and researching into improving artificial limbs. Mr. Minnis’ participation in this program has involved mentoring and assisting a number of Veterans of the Afghanistan War in their return to civilian life. For the past 16 years, Mr. Minnis has been on the Board of Directors with the Army Cadet League of Canada serving both nationally and provincially and as well, he serves as a Governor with the Canadian Corps of Commissionaires.