A Veterans Journey

by **Vmaxocalz** Fri 19 Feb 2021, 1:02 pm

Veterans Affairs Canada Feb 19. 2021

Bombardier (Retired) Adam Jones expected to be in the Canadian Armed Forces for at least 25 years. Unfortunately, injuries in 2013 and 2014 brought Adam’s military career to an abrupt end.“My biggest psychological obstacle, with injury and transition, was that loss of identity as a soldier…Rather than measuring up to who I had been, it was, Who can I be now?”
Learn about Adam’s journey:
http://ow.ly/iqzn50DELNR

by **Navigator** Mon 08 Mar 2021, 4:28 pm

Veterans Affairs Canada Mar 08. 2021

Veterans Affairs Canada
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Debbie Eisan has made it her life’s mission to help Canadians improve their understanding of Indigenous cultures. From her time in the military to her post-service life, she believes that education will help end discrimination. Read her story: http://ow.ly/xXUg50DTigU

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by **Forcell** Mon 22 Mar 2021, 2:16 pm

Veterans Affairs Canada Mar 22. 2021

Mike George served with the Canadian Armed Forces for 18 years. Now, he’s the owner of Aurelius Food Co. The valuable skills gained during his time with the CAF have contributed to the success of his Ottawa-based business. Read about his journey here: http://ow.ly/pimL50E39tJ

by **Lightning** Fri 07 May 2021, 10:58 am

Veterans Affairs Canada May 07. 2021

Honourary Lieutenant Colonel Lee-Anne Quinn served 22 years with the CAF as an Air Medical Evacuation Nurse. During her service, Lee-Anne witnessed many tragedies that stayed with her long after she released. It took her years to be able to speak openly about her tours.

This is Lee-Anne’s journey: http://ow.ly/LPWY50EDmlS

by **Joker** Fri 14 May 2021, 2:23 pm

Veterans Affairs Canada May 14. 2021

“I have no idea where I would be today if it wasn’t for Les Sentinelles, that gave me hope for the future,” says Luc. “I had lost all faith in myself and everything was just spinning out of control.”

Read more on: http://ow.ly/6wGq50EFp0S

by **Accer** Fri 18 Jun 2021, 1:01 pm

Veterans Affairs Canada June 18. 2021

Francine Beaudry is a woman of action with a big heart.

Her 18-year military career was filled with unforgettable moments. She was a peacekeeper in Egypt, sent coded messages during the Gulf War, and was a natural sharp shooter.

This is her story: Francine Beaudry

by **Forcell** Wed 30 Jun 2021, 11:42 am

Veterans Affairs Canada June 30. 2021

Pushed out of the military in the LGBT purge, the skills that made Todd Ross a successful Combat Information Operator allowed him to build a successful career after service, and to lead the drive for an apology and compensation for LGBT CAF members.

Read more: Todd Ross: Success in spite of the harassment

by Stargunner Wed 07 Jul 2021, 4:16 pm

Veterans Affairs Canada July 07. 2021

“When I joined the Forces, there weren’t many women working in the combat arms trades.”

Geneviève Gauthier was a combat engineer in the Canadian Armed Forces. She spent eight intense months in Afghanistan.

With courage, integrity and loyalty, she has left her mark.

Read her story: Geneviève Gauthier

by **Accer** Mon 12 Jul 2021, 2:54 pm

Veterans Affairs Canada July 12. 2021

Theresa “Terri” Lynn Orser served in the CAF for 27 years and was diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder during her service.

While at one time Teri believed her diagnosis was a weakness, she doesn’t anymore.

She’s now dedicated to helping Veterans improve their lives, and encourages people to seek out the resources available to them:

https://bit.ly/3oSbSFm

VAC Facebook

by XTYF--33 Mon 26 Jul 2021, 12:29 pm

Veterans Affairs Canada July 26. 2017

Master Corporal (Ret’d) Marc Bergeron served in the CAF for 18 and a half years as a photographer and videographer.

During his service, Bergeron developed PTSD that went undiagnosed for years. Although it once was associated to his pain, photography now plays a key role in his recovery.

If you need mental health support, please call the VAC Assistance Service at 1-800-268-7708 – available 24/7 at no cost.

Read his story: Marc Bergeron

by Skelter Tue 27 Jul 2021, 4:26 pm

Veterans Affairs Canada July 27. 2021

Emilie Létourneau struggled for a long time to identify as a Veteran: “To me, a Veteran was someone who fought in World War II and was now older and had a lot of medals. It's the people that you would see on camera at Remembrance Day.”

Now, she realizes those are misconceptions.

“I was ready to give my life for Canada, and I think that gives me the right to call myself a Veteran.”

Read more: Emilie Létourneau

by Momenter Fri 30 Jul 2021, 11:15 am

Veterans Affairs Canada July 30. 2021

Transition Lifeshops are weekend seminars specifically for women—Veterans, soon-to-release CAF members and spouses of Veterans. Over two days, participants at these retreats share their experiences, challenges, hopes, ambitions and pain.

Read more about Melanie St-Jean’s experience: Melanie St-Jean

by Skelter Tue 03 Aug 2021, 4:11 pm

Veterans Affairs Canada Aug 03. 2021

“This was the first time I'd actually been under live fire from somebody else that was actually shooting at me.”

Sergeant-Major (Ret’d) Mark Charlton served on a UN peacekeeping mission in the Golan Heights in 1985.

Listen to him share his experiences in the latest episode of the Faces of Freedom podcast: Faces of Freedom Podcast

by TRZ.55 Wed 04 Aug 2021, 10:43 am

Veterans Affairs Canada Aug 04. 2021

Mental health issues can affect anyone, no matter who you are.

As a medical professional, Major (Ret’d) Annie Tétreault didn’t think her deployments would affect her mental health. But after 21 years of service, she was diagnosed with PTSD.

This is her story: Annie Tétreault

Learn more about mental health resources: https://bit.ly/3oSbSFm

by Momenter Tue 10 Aug 2021, 11:27 am

Veterans Affairs Canada Aug 10. 2021

Regularly checking in on your mental health is key for positive well-being.

Master Corporal (Ret’d) Vickie Lanthier experienced many obstacles and trauma during her military career, including several broken bones in her face.

Despite all this, she can still smile thanks to her healthy coping mechanisms.

This is her story: Victoria “Vickie” Lanthier

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