Camp Aftermath

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On this 80th anniversary of D-Day, we honour the 14,000 brave Canadians who stormed the Normandy coast during World War II. While D-Day was a significant victory, it came at a great cost: there were 1,096 Canadian casualities in a single day. We remember their sacrifice. #DDay

Soldiers from The North Shore Regiment, landing at Juno Beach, Nan Red sector, 6 June 1944. #DDay80

Take a moment, and remember you don't need to face this at 6am tomorrow, but they did... on the longest day #dday80 #dday #rememberandhonor

With our vigil beginning last night, the grave of every serviceperson who fell in Normandy will have their grave illuminated. Discover the Great Vigil: ow.ly/C7Vm50S9iHh #LegacyofLiberation #DDay80

Today on Canadian History Ehx: Canada on D-Day! On June 6, 1944, 14,000 Canadians stormed the beaches at Juno Beach. One in 14 became casualties in the largest seaborn invasion in history. Listen on any podcast platform, or listen/read below 👇 canadaehx.com/2024/06/04/can…

Vernon Mitchell landed on the shores of Normandy, fought to liberate France, and was struck by a German artillery shell. He came back to fight in the Battle of the Bulge. He just received this hero's welcome in France for the 80th anniversary of D-Day.

Faces of Canada Today. 🇨🇦 Today, we visited Room G at the @JunoBeachCentre in France. It's the last room of the museum and symbolizes the centre’s mission of commemorating #SWW Veterans. 🔗: veterans.gc.ca/en/remembrance… 📸: Veterans Affairs Canada #DDay80 #CanadaRemembers

Thank you to CNSA MacEwan for coming into the Edmonton donor centre to donate blood and join the national stem cell registry. Are you 17-35? Learn more about donating stem cells, please visit our website. ow.ly/u26Z50QFHTj

Big news! We're teaming up with @tplfoundation to support veterans across Canada. With a $50,000 grant, we're ready to help 30 vets through our program by 2025. We're honored to be one of 7 organizations to receive this award! If you're a vet in need of support, reach out today.

So, let's celebrate the bravery it takes to be authentic, to share the unfiltered essence of our experiences. In doing so, we not only honor ourselves but become catalysts for the courage of others. Courage is contagious. Let's spread it far and wide. 6/6

In this circle of trust, we understand that vulnerability is strength. It's a reminder that we are not alone in our struggles. Each story shared, each truth spoken, weaves a tapestry of resilience and solidarity. 5/6

Embracing Courage: A Circle of Truth - In the midst of Roto 4, a powerful moment unfolds. One participant stands at the heart of the circle, surrounded by peers who listen intently. It's a visual symphony of courage and shared vulnerability. 1/6

As we do, it becomes our responsibility to use these abilities to support and uplift others. What's your unique gift? It's time to uncover it and let it shine. Together, we make the world a better place. 3/3

It's a powerful reminder that each of us possesses unique abilities waiting to be shared. Life's quest is to unveil these gifts, to understand what makes us truly exceptional. 2/3

What is your unique ability? In the heart of service, our unique abilities shine the brightest. A Roto 1 participant, also a qualified Chiropractor, ended up adjusting a fellow participant on makeshift blocks in the middle of a volunteer site in Costa Rica. 1/3

Together, we bridge gaps, break barriers, and build a world where compassion knows no borders. 4/4

Our missions may change, but our collective desire to serve never falters. In serving our purpose, we become a force for change and a source of support for others. 3/4

Bridging Borders, Building Bonds: On Roto 2’s the last day at La Carpio, Costa Rica, we reflected on the unexpected beauty of our mission. Here's a snapshot of Canadian veterans alongside Nicaraguan refugees, united in purpose and service. 1/4