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Commissionaires kicks off its Centennial Year with a reception and $10,000 Gift to Wounded Warriors Canada

The Commissionaires National Office (CNO), Ottawa, ON, recently held a reception to kick off the Centennial of the Canadian Corps of Commissionaires. This year marks a century of service to Canada and providing meaningful employment opportunities to veterans. The event celebrated the Corps’ legacy of maintaining public safety, supporting veterans, and its tradition of giving … Read more ›

Meet the fastest rising Commissionaire in History: Twistleton “Twist” St. Rose Bertrand 

Vintage photos and newspaper clippings. Text reads Commisisonaires Chronicles

Twistleton “Twist” St. Rose Bertrand served with the South Caribbean Defence Forces during the Second World War. He left his home in the Dominican Republic for Canada in 1976 to build a better life for his family. In Canada, he was drawn back into military service when he was commissioned as an officer in the … Read more ›

King Charles III Coronation Award Ceremony

King Charles III Coronation Medal Award Ceremony

Congratulations to our Ottawa Division’s incredible Commissionaires receiving the prestigious King Charles III Coronation Medal! The King Charles III Coronation Medal was created to commemorate the coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla on May 6, 2023. Canada issued 30,000 of these medals to recognize members of the Canadian Armed Forces, Public Service, and … Read more ›

Fallen Heroes: Their Journey Home

We are proud to announce that Commissionaires is the sponsor for Fallen Heroes: Their Journey Home – a deeply moving documentary honouring the Canadian Armed Forces’ extraordinary service in Afghanistan. This powerful story highlights the courage and resilience of our men and women in uniform, shedding light on the untold history of Canada’s longest war. … Read more ›

CNS Veterans’ Support Committee Aids RCMP Veterans’ Programs with Donation

Commissionaires Nova Scotia (CNS)’s Veterans’ Support Committee has donated $2,000 to the RCMP Veterans Association (RCMP VA). … Read more ›

Specially minted Challenge Coins presented to Commissionaires during the organization’s Centennial

Did you know that challenge coins have a rich and fascinating history that dates back to the Roman Empire? Originally awarded to soldiers as symbols of honour and service, challenge coins have evolved over centuries into a tradition recognized worldwide. The practice of presenting challenge coins gained popularity during the Vietnam War in the 1960s … Read more ›