Ottawa ON
Canada
News Release
November 18, 2020– Ottawa, ON Deputy Veterans Ombudsman Sharon Squire will award commendations to the following 2020 recipients at a virtual ceremony this afternoon:
- Individual Contribution: Brigitte Laverdure
- Individual Contribution: Marie-Claude Gagnon
- National Organization: National Association of Federal Retirees
- Lifetime Contribution: Robert Thibeau
- Lifetime Contribution: Wolf Solkin
- Lifetime Contribution: Jack O’Reilly
The Veterans Ombudsman Commendation recognizes and honours the exceptional dedication, hard work and selfless motivation of an individual or group's contribution to Canada's Veterans and their families.
Quote:
“It is my honour to present the 2020 Veterans Ombudsman Commendation to these outstanding recipients. Their dedicated leadership and outstanding work supporting Canadian Veterans and their families is profoundly inspiring. These recipients’ work reflects the diversity of experiences that shape the Veterans community and the difference that one person or one group can make.”
- Sharon Squire, Deputy Veterans Ombudsman
Quick facts:
- The Ombudsman, in consultation with the Veterans Ombudsman Advisory Council, awards these commendations annually in recognition of outstanding individuals and organizations making an impact for Veterans and their families.
- The Office of the Veterans Ombudsman is an impartial and independent office that works to ensure the fair treatment of Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) clients by providing information, investigating complaints, and investigating systemic issues related to VAC programs and services.
Related links:
Veterans Ombudsman Commendation
Biographies: 2020 Commendation recipients
Contact:
Lucille Hodgins
613-943-7884
lucille.hodgins@canada.ca
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