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 ›
Commissionaires Nova Scotia’s Veterans’ Support Committee donated $1000 to help Paws Fur Thought provide service dogs to veterans. … Read more ›
This month, the Commissionaires National Office in Ottawa hosted Northern Alberta Division Commissionaire John O’Connor. During his visit, he was celebrated for his courageous actions at Edmonton City Hall earlier this year. John, an Edmonton native, has dedicated his life to service. Prior to joining Commissionaires, he served with the Canadian Army’s Royal Canadian Regiment, … Read more ›
This Veterans’ Week, we’re recognizing former Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) reservist and current commissionaire, Alexander Chisholm. This summer Alex was named Commissionaires’ Supervisor of the Year for 2024. Alex is a longstanding and dedicated member of Commissionaires Southern Alberta Division. His decade of service to the Corps has allowed him to build a reputation as … Read more ›
Every year, Commissionaires creates a visual tribute for Remembrance Day. This year’s artwork reflects on the lasting meaning of service and sacrifice. Origins of the 2024 Commissionaires Remembrance Artwork The focus of this year’s visual tribute is a photograph courtesy of the Canadian War Museum titled “Infantrymen in a Landing Craft Assault (LCA) going ashore … Read more ›
The Shearwater Aviation Museum is about to become more accessible thanks to a $1000 donation from Commissionaires Nova Scotia (CNS)’s Veterans’ Support Committee. The funding will support the addition of physical mobility aids such as walkers, canes and wheelchairs along with accessibility aids like braille. As part of our mandate to support veterans, CNS regularly donates to … Read more ›