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War Amps commemorates 80th Anniversary of D-Day

The Lasting Legacy of War Amputees On June 6, 1944, a pivotal moment unfolded as thousands of Canadian soldiers stormed Juno Beach in Normandy, in…

The lasting legacy of Canadian war amputee veterans

Amid the wars, countless Canadian soldiers and nurses displayed extraordinary bravery and unwavering dedication, putting their lives on the line for our country. Many of…

Legion marking belated 75th anniversary of the end of WW2

COVID-19 played havoc on countless numbers of anniversaries and traditions the past few years and now, with the majority of society vaccinated, public gatherings and…

We are the beneficiaries of their sacrifices

By Rob Morrison We think today of the more than 650,000 Canadians who served in the First World War, the over 66,000 who never came…

Valley veteran raising funds for food bank

The Columbia Valley Food Bank is pleased to announce its newest donation drive. Local 101-year old RCAF veteran Jim Ashworth has committed to walking 101…

Remembering the sacrifices made

Letter to the Editor This May, we remember the Canadians who sacrificed life and limb to help liberate the Netherlands 75 years ago. I had…

Legion marking D-Day 75th at Rotary Park today

Cranbrook’s Royal Canadian Legion Branch #24 is recognizing the 75th anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy today at 1 p.m. in Rotary Park….

100 years of Remembrance

This year’s Remembrance Day observations and ceremonies the nation over held increased significance – it was 100 years to the hour and day that the…

Veteran Jean Hubbard joined army on 18th birthday

By Elinor Florence Jean Hubbard, now aged 92, joined the Canadian Women’s Army Corps on her 18th birthday. Wearing her red and white polka-dotted dress,…