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Honouring the Bravery and Service of Commissionaire John O’Connor

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…

Veterans’ Week Spotlight – Alexander Chisholm

2024 Supervisor of the YearAlexander Chisholm 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 Act of Remembrance through the lens of Normandy

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…

Commissionaires Nova Scotia Teams Up with Toronto-based Photographer to Showcase Veteran Stories

Trevor Godinho’s HONOUR COUNTRY SACRIFICE Portrait Series Makes Its Atlantic Canadian Debut Commissionaires Nova Scotia (CNS) has partnered with internationally acclaimed Toronto-based photographer, Trevor Godinho, on his HONOUR COUNTRY SACRIFICE…

Commissionaires Nova Scotia Welcomes New COO and Board Chair

Halifax, NS – Commissionaires Nova Scotia (CNS), the province’s only not-for-profit security provider, is pleased to announce the appointment of Rebecca Landry as Chief Operating Officer and Honourary Colonel Douglas…

Shearwater Aviation Museum improves accessibility thanks to CNS Donation

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…

Career Success as a Military Spouse – Patricia McCallum Proves It’s Possible!

On September 20th, we recognize Military Family Appreciation Day, celebrated annually across Canada on the third Friday in September. This day provides a platform to recognize the unique challenges faced by military…

Ottawa Memorial Project – From Report to Plaque

Call it coincidence, or call it fate, but Scott Peddle (Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class, Retired) was most certainly in the right place at the right time.  The Backstory In…

Commissionaires awards $35,000 in bursaries to 20 students

Since 2022, Commissionaires has awarded bursaries to post-secondary students who are employees or family members of employees. When the program started, $12,500 was awarded to five students. In 2023, $25,000…