We’re pleased to share that BGen (ret’d) Cliff Walker, CD, past chairman of South Saskatchewan Division, was awarded the Saskatchewan Order of Merit– a prestigious recognition of excellence, achievement and contributions to the social, cultural and economic well-being of the province and its residents, today, November 29. In other celebratory news, award ceremonies were held in Regina … Read more ›
For episode 12, we spoke with Clara Yagos, a Southern Alberta commissionaire who embodies a well-rounded lifestyle. Her extra-curricular involvement began rather naturally, and wound up having a snowball effect on her life. Now a retired educator and seven-years a commissionaire, she has quite the story to tell. Be sure to keep up with all … Read more ›
Hamilton Division held its annual awards dinner on November 16. Eleven members were awarded Long Service Medals, three earned their first Long Service bar, and two earned their third Long Service bar. The final award of the night was the National Chair’s Commendation, the highest honour within the Federation, which was awarded to Gregory Noakes. … Read more ›
The days get shorter. The leaves begin to fall. You begin to spot red poppies on the lapels of Canadians. You know Remembrance Day is on the horizon. Every year, ceremonies of remembrance are held across the country, each packed with emotion and patriotism. The Northern Alberta Division of Commissionaires is one of the many organizations across the … Read more ›
Original posting date: November 21, 2017 The Royal Canadian Humane Association, Canada’s Bravery Awards Association, has awarded Rodney McAlpine of Great Lakes Division with the Bronze Medal for Bravery. The medal is to be awarded to Rodney for performing an act of bravery in hazardous circumstances, detailed below. In May of 2014, Rodney was on site at … Read more ›
Commissionaires has appointed David Law as its new Honorary Solicitor. Mr. Law is a partner with Gowling WLG, where he practices employment, labour relations, human rights, occupational safety, worker’s compensation and governance law, with a focus in crisis management. He has received multiple recognitions including being a five-time recipient of a Best Lawyer in Canada … Read more ›