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Stories from Beaumont-Hamel Lance Corporal John Shiwak

Speakers Corner - A Time for Reflection Part 2

A day where many Canadians traveled to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge, their thoughts are recorded with an invitation from “Speakers Corner” sharing their thoughts and emotions for being part of this historical event.

Speakers Corner - A Time for Reflection

A day where many Canadians traveled to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge, their thoughts are recorded with an invitation from “Speakers Corner” sharing their thoughts and emotions for being part of this historical event.

Looking back at Vimy 100

As many Canadians experience being part of the 100th Anniversary of Battle of Vimy Ridge, their thoughts are shared about the feelings they have in being part of this commemoration

Remembering the Fallen at Beaumont Hamel

While on tour of Beaumont-Hamel, Newfoundland delegates speak about the pride and emotions they have for visiting the site in respect for the fellow Newfoundlanders who fought and died here.

Mental Health Week

A Time for Reflection

Our Canadian Delegation had an opportunity to visit the British, French and German cemeteries bringing mixed emotions as they pass by the graves of the fallen100 years ago.

A visit to the city of Douai

A unique opportunity for our youth delegates to meet the Mayor of Douai. Our youth also had the opportunity to interact with French students of Douai understanding the importance of the historical connections between both countries.

The Journey Begins

The Journey Begins. The time has finally arrived! Our Canadian Delegation of Veterans and youth set out in one of the greatest journeys of a lifetime – the commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge.

Budget 2017

The Government of Canada tabled Budget 2017. Our goal has been to ensure a greater level of financial security for Veterans and their families.

Vimy Monument

Canada's most impressive overseas war monument is the majestic Canadian National Vimy Memorial. It is dedicated to Canadians who fought and gave their lives in the First World War.

Planning for Vimy

The Canadians trained rigorously before the battle. Models of the trench systems were built and the soldiers drilled on what to do.