It's day 3 of the Invictus Games Toronto 2017 and competition is in full swing. We're thrilled to share some stories from our commissionaires #GuardingTheGames. We've spoken with new and long-time commissionaires, both veteran and civilian about how their experience with #IG2017 has been, and what being a part of the games means to them. They blew … Read more ›
General (Ret'd) Walt Natynczyk, Deputy Minister of Veteran Affairs, kicks off this show. For this episode, we recap the first day of competition with a focus on the powerful statements made at the kick-off press conference. Included excerpts from the press conference (in order) are: Melanie Harris, competitor with Team Canada Vadym Svyrydenko, competitor with Team Ukraine … Read more ›
In addition to sponsoring and providing security for the Invictus Games Toronto 2017 (#IG2017), we're trying something new and launching our own podcast! Brought to you by CNO's public affairs team, you will be exposed to the soothing voices of podcaster extraordinaire, Mark Blevis, and podcaster newbie, Jordan Ferguson. For the next eight days, we … Read more ›
On September 19, Commissionaires Nova Scotia added a shiny silver rosette to an already very decorated commissionaire and Navy veteran, John McIntosh. CEO Bruce Belliveau presented commissionaire McIntosh with a 22 Year Long Service award. John was joined by his wife, Margaret, daughter, Patricia (pictured below), CNS HQ staff members, and representation from Halifax Waterfront Development, … Read more ›
The Canada Army Run arrived one weekend prior to the Invictus Games Toronto 2017, an 8-day event which allows ill and injured war veterans to compete in sports on an international stage. Stay tuned for upcoming posts and details of the events happening Sep. 23-30.Incessant pounding on your joints, blisters forming on your heels, chaffing, … Read more ›
Thursday Sept. 14, saw the start of a brand new season for Commissionaires Nova Scotia (CNS) with the official opening of their new Headquarters in Bedford Commons. There was an excited buzz in the air while CNS HQ staff worked as a team to prepare for guests’ arrival at 3 p.m. The staff were eagerly … Read more ›