As a Veteran who served 25 years in the Canadian Armed Forces and a longtime member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Richard Nicholson’s life has been shaped by his military experience.
In recent years, Richard has used that experience to step into the hands-on, 24/7, volunteer position of Resident Manager of Cockrell House, a transitional home in Colwood, British Columbia for Veterans that have found themselves homeless or under-housed.
Richard plays an integral role in helping resident Veterans, working tirelessly to ensure their safety and security while offering mentorship and support. In his time as Resident Manager, he has assisted over 20 Veterans integrate into civilian society.
Perhaps the strongest testament of his impact is in the words written by resident Veterans. Describing him as a guiding force, many say that Richard’s influence truly helped to save their lives at a vulnerable time.