A special exhibit at the Canadian National Exhibition combined art and technology to introduce visitors to the history, culture and military contributions of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. They are part of the Ojibwe (Anishinaabe) Nation, one of the largest Indigenous Nations in North America. Their traditional territory includes the city of Toronto, and land acknowledgements make … Read more ›
What happens when you mix an avid reader, historian and military reservist? You get former Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) public affairs officer turned commissionaire, Anthony (Tony) Keene. Tony’s love for reading started early, encouraged by his father who had come to Canada and joined the Canadian Armed Forces after serving with the British Army during … Read more ›
A ceremony honouring the 582 members of the Royal Hamilton Light Infantry who took part in the Raid of Dieppe in France eighty years ago was held today at Dieppe Memorial Park in Hamilton, which dedicated the park to the soldiers in 2003. 80th anniversary of the Dieppe Raid, Hamiltonians gather to remember – CHCH News … Read more ›
Commissionaires Nova Scotia isn’t everyone’s first choice place of employment. Such was the case for Bill Gould, but he still chose the company – twice. Cmre William ‘Bill’ Gould thought all his working days would be spent in the military. But when things didn’t pan out the way he’d hoped, he knew it was time … Read more ›
The return to sunny weather has provided many leisure, productivity, travel, and social interaction opportunities. However, with this comes increased risks. Being prepared to make the transition can be tricky, but luckily, I have here a handy-dandy Summer Safety Guide! The following list is some of the best tips I’ve found on the world wide … Read more ›
In preparation for the 2025 Centennial Commemoration, Commissionaires launches Baton and Flag Tour … Read more ›