Announcing the Canada Remembers Challenge! // Lancement du Défi Le Canada se souvient!

An item from the folks at Veterans Affairs Canada that may be of interest to any of our members who are educators or have educators in their family.


Salute! November 2026

A newsletter from Veterans Affairs Canada that may be of interest to members.


The latest issue of Salute! is now available.
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Highlights of the November 2026 edition:

2026 Veterans’ Week poster

Veterans’ Week 2026 – Importance of remembrance

Every year from November 5 to 11, Canadians mark Veterans’ Week, a time to reflect on the service, sacrifice and stories of those who have worn Canada’s military uniforms. But have you ever stopped to consider why Remembrance Day remains so important nearly a century later?

Read more about the importance of remembrance.

Canadian Veteran cancer research recognized internationally

Research led by Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) and the Department of National Defence (DND) is helping us better understand the health of Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) personnel and Veterans. This important work is now gaining international attention.

Read more about this important research.

Veteran employer recognition initiative launched

Many employers have taken important steps in supporting Veteran employment. It’s time to give these organizations a meaningful designation, while encouraging them to share their best practices and further develop Canada’s ecosystem of Veteran Ready employers.

Read more about the Veteran employer recognition initiative.

Let us know what you think about Salute! by emailing us.

Sincerely,

Salute! Team

Veterans Affairs Canada

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Legion Announces Financial Support Following CFB Wainwright Tragedy

An announcement from Dominion Command related to the Canadian Forces tragedy last month.


Veterans Day Interfaith Service – Presidio Chapel – November 11, 2026 at 11 am

A reminder of this event that may be of interest to members in the San Francisco area.