People and stories
Discover the stories of those who have served Canada, and those who have made significant contributions to commemoration.
Featured people and stories
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D-Day 80
Discover the stories of D-Day Veterans.
D-Day 80
Discover the stories of D-Day Veterans.
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Cletus Cheng
Highly respected by his peers, he led by example and made the ultimate sacrifice for his country.
Cletus Cheng
Highly respected by his peers, he led by example and made the ultimate sacrifice for his country.
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Vickie Lanthier
Although she broke several bones in her face during a tank accident, Vickie Lanthier is smiling.
Vickie Lanthier
Although she broke several bones in her face during a tank accident, Vickie Lanthier is smiling.
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Marc-Daniel Benoit
With a passion for service, he has made a difference in Afghanistan, Haiti and Canada’s far north.
Marc-Daniel Benoit
With a passion for service, he has made a difference in Afghanistan, Haiti and Canada’s far north.
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Wendy Jocko
Veteran from a long line of Indigenous Warriors who fought to defend Canada.
Wendy Jocko
Veteran from a long line of Indigenous Warriors who fought to defend Canada.
Video interviews
Explore our collection of Heroes Remember interviews to hear personal stories from those who were there.
Faces of Freedom
Explore stories of fellow Canadians, some of whom bravely defended our freedom. Their faces tell the story and their legacy will live on.
They proudly served
Hailing from coast to coast to coast they proudly served our country, at home and abroad.
Articles for Veterans and family
View our collection of articles related to VAC programs and services.
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