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Fallen Heroes: Their Journey Home

We are proud to announce that Commissionaires is the sponsor for Fallen Heroes: Their Journey Home – a deeply moving documentary honouring the Canadian Armed Forces’ extraordinary service in Afghanistan.…

CNS Veterans’ Support Committee Aids RCMP Veterans’ Programs with Donation

Commissionaires Nova Scotia (CNS)’s Veterans’ Support Committee has donated $2,000 to the RCMP Veterans Association (RCMP VA). These funds will support initiatives such as housing, a horse hospice for veterans,…

Specially minted Challenge Coins presented to Commissionaires during the organization’s Centennial

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…

CNS donation helps provide Veterans service dogs with Paws Fur Thought

Commissionaires Nova Scotia (CNS)’s Veterans’ Support Committee donated $1000 to help Paws Fur Thought provide service dogs to veterans. Paws Fur Thought is a not-for-profit organization that pairs military and…

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…