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1. November 29, 2005
Event on the Occasion of the Year of the Veteran at the Canadian War Museum
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Ottawa, Ontario
2. November 10, 2005
"Seventh Book of Remembrance Dedication Dinner"
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Pinnacle Room, Crowne Plaza Hotel
3. November 4, 2005
Senate Ceremony - "Honours Veterans by Teaching Youth"
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Ottawa
4. November 2, 2005
Aboriginal Spiritual Journey -
Canadian National Memorial Ceremony of Remembrance at Vimy
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Canadian National Vimy Memorial, France
5. October 30, 2005
Aboriginal Spiritual Journey -
Beny-sur-Mer Ceremony of Remembrance
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Beny-sur-Mer Canadian War Cemetery, France
6. October 30, 2005
Aboriginal Spiritual Journey -
Unveiling of an Inuksuk
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Juno Beach Centre, France
7. October 29, 2005
Aboriginal Spiritual Journey -
John McCrae Memorial
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Flanders Fields, near Ypres
8. October 28, 2005
Hill 62 Canadian Memorial Ceremony
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Belgium
9. October 20, 2005
Unveiling of the Fifth in a Series of Posters Commemorating the Year of the Veteran
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Ottawa, Ontario
10. October 18, 2005
Presentation of Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation to Brigadier-General J. Richard Genin
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Hong Kong Boardroom, 66 Slater
11. October 17, 2005
Launch of the Year of the Veteran Coin
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Royal Military College, Kingston, Ontario
12. October 3, 2005
Launch of the 60th Anniversary Canada Savings Bonds Sales Campaign
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Ottawa, Ontario
13. September 18, 2005
The unveiling of the Prince Edward Island Service Memorial Fountain
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
14. September 17, 2005
For the announcement of the Cenotaph/Monument Restoration Program
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Woodstock, New Brunswick
15. September 2, 2005
Merchant Navy Veterans Day Reception
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Ottawa, Ontario
16. August 28, 2005
Parkette Unveiling - Town of Caledon Cenotaph
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Caledon, Ontario
17. August 20, 2005
Warriors' Day Parade
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Exhibition Place, Toronto, Ontario
18. August 14, 2005
Gala Dinner, 60th Anniversary of Victory in the Far East
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Ottawa, Ontario
19. July 27, 2005
Korea Veterans Memorial Service
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Brampton, Ontario
20. July 1, 2005
Sunrise Ceremony
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Signal Hill
St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador
21. July 1, 2005
Canada Day Ceremonies
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Confederation Hill
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
22. June 21, 2005
On the occasion of the commemorative wreath-laying ceremony in honour of National Aboriginal Day 2005
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
National Aboriginal Veterans War Monument
Confederation Park, Ottawa
23. June 21, 2005
On the occasion of the presentation of the Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
The Lord Elgin Hotel - The Ontario Room
24. June 20, 2005
29th Triennial Conference of the Royal Commonwealth Ex-Services League
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Ottawa, Ontario
25. June 20, 2005
Royal Military College
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Ottawa, Ontario
26. June 5, 2005
City and County of Peterborough's Declaration of the Day of the Veteran
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Peterborough, Ontario
27. May 20, 2005
Memorial Cup Opening Ceremonies Banquet
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
London, Ontario
28. May 18, 2005
An event in celebration of Canada's Women Veterans
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
National Arts Centre
Ottawa, Ontario
29. May 14, 2005
At a reception with Her Royal Highness, Princess Margriet marking the 60th Anniversary of the liberation of the Netherlands
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Cartier Drill Hall
Ottawa, Ontario
30. May 9, 2005
Farewell Dinner
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
The Netherlands
31. May 9, 2005
Amersfoort General Cemetery
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
the Netherlands
32. May 9, 2005
Kamp Westerbork Memorial Service
The Honourable Peter Stoffer, MP
The Netherlands
33. May 9, 2005
Recognition ceremony
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
The Netherlands
34. May 4, 2005
Holten Canadian War Cemetery
The Honourable Art Eggleton
The Netherlands
35. May 3, 2005
Groesbeek Canadian War Cemetery
The Honourable Art Eggleton
The Netherlands
36. April 30, 2005
60th Anniversary of the liberation of the Netherlands-Welcome to the Delegation
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Ottawa
37. April 21, 2005
Celebrate Volunteers Event
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Ron Kolbus Lakeside Centre
38. April 20, 2005
The New Veterans Charter
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Ottawa
39. April 11, 2005
Official Launch of the Book of Thanks
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Manitoba Legislative Assembly
40. April 10, 2005
On The Occasion of The 88th Anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Vimy Ridge Park
Winnipeg, Manitoba
41. March 22, 2005
Official Launch of the Scouts Canada “Invitation to Remember” program
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Canadian War Museum
42. March 12, 2005
Remarks to the Ministerial Summit Senior International Forum Modernized approach to wellness
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
London, England
43. February 26, 2005
Presentation of the Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Winnipeg, Manitoba
44. February 26, 2005
First Annual Andrew Mynarski V.C. Memorial Day
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Winnipeg, Manitoba
45. February 11, 2005
Valentines for Vets Event
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Ste. Anne's Hospital
46. February 2, 2005
Tribute to Canadian Veterans - Winterlude 2005
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Ottawa
47. January 22, 2005
Luncheon Remarks
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Hong Kong
48. December 14, 2004
The Launch of the Year of the Veteran
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Ottawa
49. December 8, 2004
Senate Subcommittee on Veterans Affairs
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Ottawa, Ontario
50. November 24, 2004
Standing Committee on National Defence and Veterans Affairs
Departmental Estimates
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Ottawa
51. November 11, 2004
Encounters With Canada
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Ottawa, Ontario
52. November 9, 2004
On the occasion of the Candlelight Ceremony in Ottawa
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Ottawa, Ontario
53. November 5, 2004
Senate Ceremony
Launch of Veterans' Week 2004
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Ottawa, Ontario
54. November 3, 2004
Minister's Statement on the Occasion of Veterans' Week 2004
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
House of Commons, Ottawa
55. November 3, 2004
Farewell Dinner - 60th Anniversary of the Italian Campaign
The Honourable Gerard A. Phalen, P.C., M.P.
Catania, Italy
56. November 2, 2004
Plaque Unveiling Ceremony at Ispica - 60th Anniversary of the Italian Campaign
The Honourable Gerard A. Phalen, P.C., M.P.
Ispica, Italy
57. November 1, 2004
Ceremony at Canadian War Cemetery Agira -60th Anniversary of the Italian Campaign
The Honourable Gerard A. Phalen, P.C., M.P.
Agira, Italy
58. November 1, 2004
Luncheon at Agira - 60th Anniversary of the Italian Campaign
The Honourable Gerard A. Phalen, P.C., M.P.
Agira, Italy
59. October 31, 2004
Reception hosted by the Ambassador - Baia Verde Hotel
The Honourable Gerard A. Phalen, P.C., M.P.
Catania, Sicily
60. October 30, 2004
Unveiling of Plaque in Rimini
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Rimini, Italy
61. October 29, 2004
Unveiling of Plaque to Smoky Smith
60th Anniversary of the Italian Campaign
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Italy
62. October 28, 2004
Canadian College Italy - CCI
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Lanciano, Italy
63. October 27, 2004
Cassino War Cemetery, 60th Anniversary of the Italian Campaign
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Cassino, Italy
64. October 27, 2004
Price of Peace Monument - 60th Anniversary of the Italian Campaign
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Ortona, Italy
65. October 27, 2004
Ceremony at Moro River Cemetery - 60th Anniversary of Italian Campaign
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Moro River, Italy
66. October 24, 2004
Unveiling of the Victoria Cross Commemorative Stamp
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Ottawa, Ontario
67. October 22, 2004
60th Anniversary Banquet of the Canadian Polish Congress
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Toronto, Ontario
68. October 22, 2004
Banner Unveiling Ceremony
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Perley Rideau Veterans Health Centre
69. September 24, 2004
Meeting with Canadian Merchant Navy Veterans Association
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel
Charlottetown, PEI
70. September 13, 2004
ANAVETS 47TH Biennial Convention
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
71. September 12, 2004
ANAVETS 47TH Biennial Convention
Opening Ceremonies
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
72. September 12, 2004
ANAVETS 47TH Biennial Convention
Minister of Veterans Affairs Reception
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
73. September 11, 2004
Korea Veterans Association National Convention
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Toronto, Ontario
74. September 10, 2004
Symposium of the Canadian Seniors Partnership “Breaking Down the Silos”
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Brockville, Ontario
75. September 4, 2004
Ceremony and Wreath Laying - Canadian War Monument
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Kalmthout, Belgium
76. September 4, 2004
Ceremonies at Unveiling Two New Plaques - Commemorating Efforts of Royal Hamilton Light Infantry and the Belgian Secret Army
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Antwerp, Belgium
77. September 3, 2004
Ceremony of Remembrance at Woensdrecht
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
the Netherlands
78. September 1, 2004
Remarks for the Reception for Last Post Association
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Belgium
79. August 8, 2004
Peacekeepers' Day Ceremony
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Peacekeepers' Park - Garrison Green
Calgary, Alberta
80. June 14, 2004
To the 40th Biennial Convention Royal Canadian Legion
Honourable John McCallum, P.C., M.P.
London, Ontario
81. June 10, 2004
Return to Normandy Event - Farewell Dinner
Bob Wood
Deauville, France
82. June 10, 2004
For the Royal Military College
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Ottawa, Ontario
83. June 10, 2004
Minister's Dinner with Belgo-Canada Association and RHLI Veterans
The Honourable Albina Guarnieri, P.C., M.P.
Antwerp, Belgium
84. June 8, 2004
Return to Normandy Event - Maple Leaf Unveiling/Ribbon Cutting ceremony
Bob Wood
Bretteville, France
85. June 5, 2004
Return to Normandy Event - Reception
Honourable John McCallum, P.C., M.P.
Bény-Sur-Mer, France
86. June 5, 2004
Return to Normandy Event - Courseulles-sur-Mer
Honourable John McCallum, P.C., M.P.
Courseulles-sur-Mer, France
87. June 4, 2004
Return to Normandy Event - Unveiling of Inuksuk
Honourable John McCallum, P.C., M.P.
Bernières-sur-Mer, France.
88. June 4, 2004
Return to Normandy Event - Cavalcade of Veterans Rendez-Vous in St. Aubin
Bob Wood
St. Aubin, France
89. June 2, 2004
Return to Normandy Event - Welcome to the Delegation
Honourable John McCallum, P.C., M.P.
Ottawa, Ontario
90. March 29, 2004
On The Occasion
Of The Unveiling of a Commemorative Coin In Commemoration Of
the 60th Anniversary of D-Day
Honourable John McCallum, P.C., M.P.
Pier 21, Halifax
91. March 26, 2004
On the Occasion of An Evening of Celebration
In Tribute To Smokey Smith
Honourable John McCallum, P.C., M.P.
Vancouver, British Columbia
92. March 11, 2004
Standing Committee on National Defence and Veterans Affairs
Departmental Estimates
Honourable John McCallum, P.C., M.P.
Ottawa
93. November 6, 2003
Minister's Statement on the Occasion of Veterans' Week 2003
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
House of Commons, Ottawa
94. November 4, 2003
Presentation of a framed poster to His Excellency Ki-ho Chang Ambassador to the Republic of Korea & to Mr. Dave Davidson President KVA of Canada & for the presentation of Canada & the Korean War to the to the three survivors of the Canoe River
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Ottawa, Ontario
95. November 4, 2003
Presentation of the Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Ottawa, Ontario
96. September 27, 2003
Korean War Veterans Dinner
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Ottawa Congress Centre
97. July 31, 2003
United Nations Memorial Cemetery Korea, Busan
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
At the Commonwealth Monument Tribute To Those Missing In Action
98. July 31, 2003
Ceremony at Representative Flag Area
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
United Nations Memorial Cemetery Korea, Busan
99. July 31, 2003
Monument to Canadian Fallen
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
United Nations Memorial Cemetery Korea, Busan
100. July 29, 2003
Commemorative Ceremony for Canadian Participation in the Korean War
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Canadian Memorial at Naechon
101. July 29, 2003
Commemorative Ceremony at the Commonwealth Memorial
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Gapyong City
102. July 27, 2003
Korea Veterans Wall of Remembrance Memorial Service Marking the 50th Anniversary of the Korean War Armistice
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Veterans Affairs Mr. Ivan Grose, M.P.
Brampton, Ontario
103. July 22, 2003
50th Anniversary of the Korean War Armistice - Unveiling of Canada Remembers the Korean War poster
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Vancouver, B.C.
104. July 22, 2003
50th Anniversary of the Korean War Armistice - Commemorative Ceremony For Canadian Participation in the Korean War
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Vancouver, B.C.
105. June 7, 2003
59th Anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Luncheon at Le Mémorial de Caen, Normandy, France
106. June 7, 2003
59th Anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Le Mémorial Canadian Memorial Garden, Normandy, France
107. June 6, 2003
59th Anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Beny-sur-Mer Canadian War Cemetery, Normandy, France
108. June 3, 2003
Official Opening of the Juno Beach Centre
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Ottawa
109. May 23, 2003
Presentation of the Queen’s Golden Jubilee Medal and the Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Hyatt Regency Vancouver
110. May 13, 2003
60th Anniversary of the Battle of the Atlantic HMCS CHIPPAWA
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Winnipeg, MB
111. May 12, 2003
Royal Canadian Legion - Ontario Command
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Hamilton
112. May 8, 2003
Bill C-31
An Act to amend the Pension Act and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Superannuation Act
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
113. May 3, 2003
Breakfast Reception for VIPs Prior to Ceremony at Merchant Navy and Canada Norway Memorials
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Halifax, Nova Scotia
114. May 3, 2003
Reception at Maritime Command Museum
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Halifax, Nova Scotia
115. May 3, 2003
Tree Planting Ceremony
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Halifax, Nova Scotia
116. May 2, 2003
Musical Gala at Pier 21
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Halifax, Nova Scotia
117. April 30, 2003
Standing Committee on National Defence and Veterans Affairs
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Ottawa
118. March 31, 2003
Presentation of the Queen’s Golden Jubilee Medal
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Ottawa, Ontario
119. March 31, 2003
Presentation of the Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Ottawa, Ontario
120. March 28, 2003
Re-opening of the 2 Perth - Dementia Care Unit, Parkwood Hospital
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
London, Ontario
121. March 12, 2003
Minister’s Commendation Presentation
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Deer Lodge
122. March 12, 2003
KVA Stained Glass Window Unveiling & 50th Anniversary of the Korea War Armistice Announcement
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Deer Lodge
123. February 26, 2003
SCONDVA Subcommittee on Veterans Affairs
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
124. December 10, 2002
Presentation of the Golden Jubilee Medal
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Ottawa, Ontario
125. December 4, 2002
Concerning the case
of
LtCol (ret’d) Elmer (Al) Trotter
and
other former Prisoner-of-War (POW) Veterans
delivered in the House of Commons
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Ottawa
126. November 6, 2002
Veterans Week
Statement in the House
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Ottawa
127. November 6, 2002
Veterans’ Week Candlelight Tribute
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
City Hall, Ottawa
128. October 11, 2002
On the occasion of the Veterans’ Week Poster Unveiling Ceremony
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
The Railway Committee Room Centre Block Ottawa
129. September 16, 2002
46th Biennial Convention
The Army, Navy and Air Force Veterans in Canada (ANAVETS)
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Edmonton, Alberta
130. September 7, 2002
Biennial Convention
Korea War Veterans Association
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
131. August 20, 2002
Reception hosted by the Sous-prefecture of Dieppe Thank you and Presentation of Gift
The Honourable David Pratt, M.P.
Dieppe, France
132. August 20, 2002
Ceremony at the Pourville Memorial, in honour of the South Saskatchewan Regiment and the Queen’s Own Cameron Highlanders of Canada
The Honourable David Pratt, M.P.
Dieppe, France
133. August 20, 2002
Lunch in Pourville Hosted by Mayor of Hautot-sur-Mer Thank you and Presentation of Gift
The Honourable David Pratt, M.P.
Pourville, France
134. August 19, 2002
Reception/Lunch hosted by City of Dieppe Thank you and Presentation of Gift
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Dieppe, France
135. August 19, 2002
Reception Hosted by the Canadian Embassy Thank you
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Dieppe, France
136. August 19, 2002
Ceremony at Dieppe Canadian War Cemetery
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Dieppe, France
137. August 19, 2002
Ceremony at the Royal Regiment of Canada Monument in Puys
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Dieppe, France
138. August 18, 2002
Private Visit of Memorial in Petit Théâtre Thank you and Presentation of Gift
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Dieppe, France
139. August 18, 2002
Queen’s Jubilee Medal Presentation to Dieppe Veterans
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Dieppe, France
140. August 16, 2002
Queen’s Jubilee Medal Presentation to Ernest Alvia “Smokey” Smith
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Ottawa
141. August 16, 2002
Ceremony at the National War Memorial
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Ottawa, Ontario
142. June 10, 2002
Royal Canadian Legion Biennial Convention
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Edmonton, Alberta
143. May 11, 2002
The Man With Two Hats Unveiling Ceremony
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Dow’s Lake, Ottawa
144. April 9, 2002
85th Anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
National War Memorial, Ottawa, Ontario
145. April 9, 2002
Inaugural Presentation of Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation to Mr. Paul Métivier
The Honourable Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan , P.C., M.P.
Ottawa, Ontario
146. March 13, 2002
SCONDVA Subcommittee on Veterans Affairs
The Honourable Dr. Rey Pagtakhan
147. March 4, 2002
Announcement and Unveiling of Minister’s Commendation
The Honourable Dr. Rey Pagtakhan
VAC Headquarters, Prince Edward Island
148. December 11, 2001
Regarding First World War Military Executions
The Honourable Ronald J. Duhamel
delivered in the House of Commons
149. November 17, 2001
Poster Unveiling
The Honourable Ronald J. Duhamel
Ottawa
150. November 11, 2001
Minister of Veterans Affairs Releases Remembrance Day Statement
The Honourable Ronald J. Duhamel
151. November 10, 2001
Salute! Launch
The Honourable Ronald J. Duhamel
Ottawa
152. November 8, 2001
Veterans’ Day Ceremony
The Honourable Ronald J. Duhamel
City Hall, Ottawa
153. November 6, 2001
Presentation of Peacekeeping Medals
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Veterans Affairs Carmen Provenzano
Peacekeeping Monument, Ottawa
154. November 6, 2001
RCAF Officer’s Mess
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Veterans Affairs Carmen Provenzano
Ottawa
155. November 5, 2001
Candlelight Ceremony
The Honourable Ronald J. Duhamel
Parliament Buildings, Ottawa
156. November 4, 2001
Ceremony at Vimy Memorial
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Veterans Affairs Carmen Provenzano
Vimy, France
157. November 4, 2001
Farewell Remarks to the Delegation
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Veterans Affairs Carmen Provenzano
158. November 3, 2001
Ceremony at Beaumont-Hamel Memorial
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Veterans Affairs Carmen Provenzano
Beaumont-Hamel, France
159. October 31, 2001
Re-dedication of the 85th Battalion Memorial
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Veterans Affairs Carmen Provenzano
Passchendaele, Belgium
160. October 30, 2001
Welcome Remarks to the Delegation
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Veterans Affairs Carmen Provenzano
Halifax, Nova Scotia
161. July 24, 2001
To the Manitoba and Northwestern Ontario Provincial Command
The Honourable Ronald J. Duhamel
Royal Canadian Legion, Brandon, Manitoba
162. July 8, 2001
Remarks at Memorial Ceremony (& visit of youth from Netherlands)
The Honourable Ronald J. Duhamel
Brookside Cemetery, Winnipeg Manitoba
163. July 1, 2001
85th Anniversary of the Battle of Beaumont-Hamel & Official Opening of the Beaumont-Hamel Visitor Centre
Ceremony of Remembrance
The Honourable Brian Tobin, P.C., M.P.
Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial
164. June 30, 2001
85th Anniversary of the Battle of Beaumont-Hamel & Official Opening of the Beaumont-Hamel Visitor Centre
Remarks at Reception at the Mercure Hotel
The Honourable Brian Tobin, P.C., M.P.
Arras, France
165. May 14, 2001
To the Ontario Provincial Command
Royal Canadian Legion
Larry Murray
Kingston, Ontario
166. March 29, 2001
Appearance Before the Standing Committee on National Defence and Veterans Affairs
The Honourable Ronald J. Duhamel
167. December 6, 2000
Commemorative Ceremony
Yokohama British Commonwealth War Cemetery
Senator Gildas Molgat
Yokohama, Japan
168. December 3, 2000
Plaque Unveiling Ceremony
Lawson's Bunker
Honouring Brigadier Lawson and Brigade HQ Staff
Senator Gildas Molgat
Hong Kong
169. December 3, 2000
Plaque Unveiling Ceremony
Jardine's Lookout
Senator Gildas Molgat
Hong Kong
170. December 2, 2000
Commemorative Ceremony at Sai Wan War Cemetery
Senator Gildas Molgat
Hong Kong
171. December 2, 2000
Commemorative Ceremony at Stanley Military Cemetery
Senator Gildas Molgat
Hong Kong
172. December 1, 2000
Plaque Unveiling
Sai Wan Hill
In Honour of Major Wells Bishop, DSO
and the Royal Rifles
Senator Gildas Molgat
Hong Kong
173. November 27, 2000
Reception/Briefing
55th Anniversary of the Liberation of the Hong Kong Prisoners of War
Larry Murray
Radisson Hotel, Vancouver B.C.
174. November 10, 2000
The Launch of The Canadian Virtual War Memorial
Larry Murray
National Archives, Ottawa, Ontario
175. October 17, 2000
Poster Unveiling
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Veterans Affairs Carmen Provenzano
Ottawa, Ontario
176. June 12, 2000
38th Biennial Convention of the Royal Canadian Legion
The Honourable George Baker, P.C., M.P.
Halifax, Nova Scotia
177. May 25, 2000
Handover Ceremony, Remains of Unknown Canadian Soldier
The Honourable George Baker, P.C., M.P.
Canadian Memorial at Vimy Ridge
178. May 24, 2000
Sod Turning Ceremony
The Honourable George Baker, P.C., M.P.
Beaumont-Hamel
179. May 24, 2000
Minister's Reception
Larry Murray
Hotel Mercure, Arras, France
180. May 24, 2000
A Military Funeral for Pte. David John Carlson
The Honourable George Baker, P.C., M.P.
181. May 22, 2000
Welcome/Briefing of Delegation
Larry Murray
Lord Elgin Hotel, Ottawa
182. May 10, 2000
55th Anniversary of the Liberation of the Netherlands
Ceremony and Wreath Laying
Bob Wood
Reichswald War Cemetery
183. May 10, 2000
55th Anniversary of the Liberation of the Netherlands
Ceremony and Wreath Laying
Bob Wood
Rheinberg War Cemetery
184. May 9, 2000
55th Anniversary of the Liberation of the Netherlands
Ceremony and Wreath Laying
Bob Wood
Bergen-Op-Zoom War Cemetery
185. May 7, 2000
The Battle of the Atlantic
Bob Kilger
186. May 6, 2000
55th Anniversary of the Liberation of the Netherlands
Ceremony and Wreath Laying
Bob Wood
Groesbeek Canadian War Cemetery, Groesbeek, the Netherlands
187. May 4, 2000
55th Anniversary of the Liberation of the Netherlands

Bob Wood
Ceremony at Holten War Cemetery
188. May 3, 2000
55th Anniversary of the Liberation of the Netherlands
Ceremony and Wreath Laying at City Hall
Bob Wood
Canadian Monument at Groningen
189. May 3, 2000
55th Anniversary of the Liberation of the Netherlands
Wreath laying
Bob Wood
Westerbork Memorial
190. April 27, 2000
Unknown Soldier Poster Unveiling
Bob Wood
191. November 19, 1999
Aboriginal People’s Commission - Liberal Party of Canada
Bob Wood
Ottawa, Ontario
192. November 9, 1999
Commemoration of the 55th Anniversary of the Battle of the Gulf of St. Lawrence
Larry Murray
Sydport, North Sydney, Nova Scotia
193. November 8, 1999
Commemoration of the 55th Anniversary of the Battle of the Gulf of St. Lawrence
The Honourable George Baker, P.C., M.P.
Port-aux-Basques, Newfoundland
194. November 4, 1999
The Launch of Veterans’ Week 1999 and the Commemoration of the Battle of the Gulf of St. Lawrence in the Senate
The Honourable George Baker, P.C., M.P.
Ottawa, Ontario
195. October 14, 1999
On the Occasion of the Unveiling of the 1999 Veterans' Week Poster
Bob Wood
National Arts Centre
Ottawa, Ontario
196. October 12, 1999
55th Anniversary of the Italian Campaign
Ceremony and Wreath Laying
Coriano Ridge War Cemetery
Bob Wood
Coriano Ridge, Italy
197. October 12, 1999
55th Anniversary of the Italian Campaign
Ceremony and Wreath Laying
Monument in Tavullia
Bob Wood
Tavullia, Italy
198. October 12, 1999
55th Anniversary of the Italian Campaign
Farewell Dinner
Bob Wood
199. October 11, 1999
55th Anniversary of the Italian Campaign
Ceremony and Wreath Laying
Villanova War Cemetery
Bob Wood
Villanova, Italy
200. October 10, 1999
55th Anniversary of the Italian Campaign
Ceremony and Wreath Laying
Gradara War Cemetery
Bob Wood
Gradara, Italy
201. October 8, 1999
55th Anniversary of the Italian Campaign
Ceremony Casa Berardi
Bob Wood
Casa Berardi, Italy
202. October 8, 1999
55th Anniversary of the Italian Campaign
Ceremony and Wreath Laying
Moro River War Cemetery
Bob Wood
Moro River, Italy
203. October 8, 1999
55th Anniversary of the Italian Campaign
Unveiling of the Price of Peace Monument
Bob Wood
Ortona, Italy
204. October 8, 1999
55th Anniversary of the Italian Campaign
Reception Subsequent To
Unveiling the Price of Peace Monument
Bob Wood
Ortona, Italy
205. October 6, 1999
55th Anniversary of the Italian Campaign
Ceremony and Wreath Laying
Cassino Polish War Cemetery
Bob Wood
Cassino, Italy
206. October 6, 1999
55th Anniversary of the Italian Campaign
Ceremony and Wreath Laying
Cassino War Cemetery
Bob Wood
Cassino, Italy
207. October 6, 1999
55th Anniversary of the Italian Campaign
Group Dinner
Bob Wood
208. October 5, 1999
55th Anniversary of the Italian Campaign
At a
Reception Hosted by Canadian Ambassador
Bob Wood
209. October 4, 1999
55th Anniversary of the Italian Campaign
Ceremony and Wreath Laying
Anzio Beach Head Cemetery
Bob Wood
Anzio, Italy
210. October 3, 1999
55th Anniversary of the Italian Campaign
Ceremony and Wreath Laying
Agira Canadian War Cemetery
Bob Wood
Agira, Italy
211. October 2, 1999
55th Anniversary of the Italian Campaign
Ceremony and Wreath Laying
1st Canadian Division Infantry Monument
Bob Wood
Sicily, Italy
212. October 2, 1999
55th Anniversary of the Italian Campaign
Ceremony and Wreath Laying
Catania British War Cemetery
Bob Wood
Catania, Italy
213. June 10, 1999
55th Anniversary of D-Day and The Battle of Normandy Campaign
Ceremony at Urville Polish Military Cemetery
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Urville, France
214. June 10, 1999
55th Anniversary of D-Day and The Battle of Normandy Campaign
Ceremony at Canadian Monument at Falaise
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Falaise, France
215. June 10, 1999
55th Anniversary of D-Day and The Battle of Normandy Campaign
Farewell Dinner
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Caen, France
216. June 9, 1999
55th Anniversary of D-Day and The Battle of Normandy Campaign
Ceremony at Hottot-Les-Bagues Cemetery
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Tilly-sur-Seulles, France
217. June 9, 1999
55th Anniversary of D-Day and The Battle of Normandy Campaign
Ceremony at Ryes-Bazenville Cemetery
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Ryes/Bazenville, France
218. June 9, 1999
55th Anniversary of D-Day and The Battle of Normandy Campaign
Ceremony at Ranville Cemetery
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Ranville, France
219. June 8, 1999
55th Anniversary of D-Day and The Battle of Normandy Campaign
Ceremony at Bayeux Cemetery
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Bayeux, France
220. June 7, 1999
55th Anniversary of D-Day andThe Battle of Normandy Campaign
Ceremony at La Place de l'Ancienne Boucherie
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Caen, France
221. June 7, 1999
55th Anniversary of D-Day and The Battle of Normandy Campaign
Ceremony at Memorial Garden
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Caen, France
222. June 7, 1999
55th Anniversary of D-Day and The Battle of Normandy Campaign
In Memory of the Events at Abbaye d'Ardenne
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Authie, France
223. June 6, 1999
55th Anniversary of D-Day and The Battle of Normandy Campaign
Ceremony at Graye-sur-Mer
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Graye-sur-Mer, France
224. June 6, 1999
55th Anniversary of D-Day and The Battle of Normandy Campaign
Ceremony at Canadian Military Cemetery
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Beny-sur-Mer, France
225. June 5, 1999
55th Anniversary of D-Day and The Battle of Normandy Campaign
Ceremony at Bretteville-sur-Laize Cemetery
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Cintheaux, France
226. June 5, 1999
55th Anniversary of D-Day and The Battle of Normandy Campaign
In Memory of the Events At Chateau d'Audrieu
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Audrieu, France
227. June 2, 1999
55th Anniversary of D-Day and The Battle of Normandy Campaign
Welcoming Remarks to Members of the Delegation
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Ottawa, Ontario
228. April 13, 1999
The Official Opening of the DND/VAC Centre for the Support of Injured and Retired Members and Their Families
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
229. March 25, 1999
Response to SCONDVA Report on the Quality of Life in the Canadian Forces
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
230. March 18, 1999
Speaking Notes for Senator Gill on the Second Reading of Bill C-61
Senator Gill
The Senate, Ottawa, Ontario
231. February 12, 1999
Second Reading of Bill C-61: An Omnibus Improving Veterans' Benefits
Bob Wood
Ottawa, Ontario
232. November 12, 1998
Pilgrimage For the 80th Anniversary of the End Of The First World War
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Minister's Farewell Dinner
233. November 12, 1998
Pilgrimage For the 80th Anniversary of the End Of The First World War
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Ceremony at Courcelette Memorial
234. November 12, 1998
Military Funeral for Pte. John McArthur
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Pilgrimage For the 80th Anniversary of the End Of The First World War
235. November 11, 1998
Reception at SHAPE Headquarters
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Pilgrimage For the 80th Anniversary of the End Of The First World War
236. November 11, 1998
Ceremony at Mons City Hall
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Pilgrimage For the 80th Anniversary of the End Of The First World War
237. November 10, 1998
Ceremony at Passchendaele Memorial
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Pilgrimage For the 80th Anniversary of the End Of The First World War
238. November 9, 1998
The Première of an NFB Documentary on John McCrae
Bob Wood
Museum of Nature, Ottawa, Ontario
239. November 9, 1998
Civic Reception, Commune of Masnières
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Pilgrimage For the 80th Anniversary of the End Of The First World War
240. November 9, 1998
Ceremony at Masnières Memorial
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Pilgrimage For the 80th Anniversary of the End Of The First World War
241. November 9, 1998
Ceremony at Bourlon Wood Cemetery
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Pilgrimage For the 80th Anniversary of the End Of The First World War
242. November 8, 1998
Reception at Beaumont-Hamel
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Pilgrimage For the 80th Anniversary of the End Of The First World War
243. November 8, 1998
Ceremony at Beaumont-Hamel
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Pilgrimage For the 80th Anniversary of the End Of The First World War
244. November 7, 1998
Arras
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Pilgrimage For the 80th Anniversary of the End Of The First World War
245. November 7, 1998
Tribute to Lieutenant Colonel Mike Watkins
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Pilgrimage For the 80th Anniversary of the End Of The First World War
246. November 7, 1998
Ceremony at Vimy Ridge
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Pilgrimage For the 80th Anniversary of the End Of The First World War
247. November 6, 1998
Visit to Amiens Cathedral: Presentation of Canadian & Newfoundland Flags
The Honourable Lucie Pépin
Pilgrimage For the 80th Anniversary of the End Of The First World War
248. November 6, 1998
Ceremony at Le Quesnel Monument
The Honourable Lucie Pépin
Pilgrimage For the 80th Anniversary of the End Of The First World War
249. November 3, 1998
Minister's Statement
In the House of Commons in recognition of upcoming Veterans' Week and Remembrance Day Observances
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
House of Commons
250. November 3, 1998
Senate Re-Dedication Ceremony World War One Murals
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Pilgrimage for the 80th Anniversary of the End Of The First World War
251. November 2, 1998
Official Opening: Chronicle of the Unknown Soldier
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Pilgrimage for the 80th Anniversary of the End Of The First World War
252. November 2, 1998
Welcome to the Delegation
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Pilgrimage for the 80th Anniversary of the End Of The First World War
253. October 7, 1998
Pilgrimage to Korea
45th Anniversary of the Cease-Fire In Korea
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Yokohama Commonwealth War Graves Cemetery
Hong Kong Plot
Yokohama, Japan
254. October 7, 1998
Pilgrimage to Korea
45th Anniversary of the Cease-Fire In Korea
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Yokohama Commonwealth War Graves Cemetery
Post War Plot
Yokohama, Japan
255. October 3, 1998
Pilgrimage to Korea
45th Anniversary of the Cease-Fire In Korea
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Group Lunch
CFB, Esquimalt, B.C.
256. October 3, 1998
Pilgrimage to Korea
45th Anniversary of the Cease-Fire In Korea
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Commemorative Ceremony
Esquimalt Cemetery
Esquimalt, B.C.
257. October 2, 1998
Pilgrimage to Korea
45th Anniversary of the Cease-Fire In Korea
Bob Wood
Commemorative Ceremony
Mountain View Cemetery
Vancouver, B.C.
258. October 1, 1998
Pilgrimage to Korea
45th Anniversary of the Cease-Fire In Korea
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Ceremony at Memorial Hall
Brampton, Ontario
259. September 30, 1998
Pilgrimage to Korea
45th Anniversary of the Cease-Fire In Korea
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Welcoming Remarks To Delegation
Toronto, Ontario
260. August 17, 1998
Speech to the Army, Navy & Air Force Veterans In Canada Annual Convention
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Halifax, Nova Scotia
261. June 26, 1998
Canadian Nursing Sisters Web Site Launch and Unveiling of the Permanent Display
Deputy Minister David Nicholson
Atrium, D.J. MacDonald Building
262. June 15, 1998
37th Dominion Convention
Royal Canadian Legion
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Winnipeg, Manitoba
263. May 9, 1998
55th Anniversary of the Battle of the Atlantic
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
St. John’s, Newfoundland
264. May 9, 1998
55th Anniversary of the Battle of the Atlantic
Ceremony at Merchant Navy Memorial
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
St. John’s, Newfoundland
265. May 3, 1998
DINNER TO COMMEMORATE THE BATTLE OF THE ATLANTIC
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA
266. May 3, 1998
NOTES FOR AN ADDRESS ON HMCS SACKVILLE DURING THE PILGRIMAGE TO COMMEMORATE THE BATTLE OF THE ATLANTIC
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA
267. May 3, 1998
THE UNVEILING OF A PLAQUE AT POINT PLEASANT PARK TO COMMEMORATE THE BATTLE OF THE ATLANTIC
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA
268. May 2, 1998
NOTES FOR AN ADDRESS AT PROVINCE HOUSE DURING THE PILGRIMAGE TO COMMEMORATE THE BATTLE OF THE ATLANTIC
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA
269. May 1, 1998
Presentation of a Newfoundland Book of Remembrance To The 125 (Nfld.) Squadron RAF
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Gander, Newfoundland
270. November 10, 1997
Delegation Luncheon at Geraardsbergen
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
271. November 10, 1997
Burial and Memorial Service for Three Canadian Airman
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Geraardsbergen, Belgium
272. November 9, 1997
Dinner-Hotel Mercure in Lille 17:30
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Lille
273. November 9, 1997
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Interpretive Centre Vimy Memorial Park
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
274. November 9, 1997
Ceremony of Remembrance at the Canadian Vimy Memorial
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
275. November 8, 1997
Banquet for Guests of Ministers Mifflin and Copps Hotel Mercure
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Arras, France
276. November 8, 1997
Ceremony of Remembrance at the Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Beaumont-Hamel, France
277. November 7, 1997
Welcoming remarks to the Delegation Vimy/Beaumont-Hamel Pilgrimage
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Hotel Mercure, France
278. October 23, 1997
Official Introduction of 1997 Remembrance Day Poster
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Ottawa
279. August 20, 1997
Ceremony at Pourville Memorial
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
280. August 19, 1997
Ceremony at Dieppe Canadian War Cemetery
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
281. August 19, 1997
Ceremony at the Royal Regiment of Canada Monument
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Puys
282. August 19, 1997
Dieppe Pilgrimage 1997
Ceremony at the Royal Regiment of Canada Monument
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Puys
283. August 18, 1997
Ceremony at Saint-Sever Cemetery
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Rouen
284. August 16, 1997
Ceremony at the Royal Canadian Engineers Memorial
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
Newhaven
285. August 15, 1997
Ceremony at the Runnymede Commonwealth Air Forces Memorial
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin
286. May 12, 1997
Speaking Notes for the Ontario Provincial Command
Royal Canadian Legion
by
J. D. Nicholson
Deputy Minister
Veterans Affairs Canada
Deputy Minister J. D. Nicholson
Kingston, Ontario
287. October 18, 1996
Unveiling of the Remembrance Day Poster
The Honourable, Secretary of State Lawrence MacAulay
Charlottetown, P.E.I.
288. August 19, 1996
The 43rd Dominion Convention, Army, Navy & Air Force Veterans In Canada
The Honourable, Secretary of State Lawrence MacAulay
Winnipeg, Manitoba
 
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