Volume 7 Issue 22, November 15, 2013 SNUNEYMUXW REMEMBERS Snuneymuxw News is published bi-weekly. We welcome your submissions: send to
[email protected] Snuneymuxw News Royal Canadian Legion Honours Aboriginal Veterans 2013 On Wednesday October 30th the Royal Canadian Legion hosted an Aboriginal Veteran’s Commemoration at the Depart- ment of National Defense military base where Snuneymuxw veterans, past and present who have served or are currently serving were honoured. This presentation was to recognize and commemorate the outstanding contribution of the Aboriginal Veterans during war and peace-keeping activities. Commemora- tive pins were presented to the Veterans or their survi- vors. Gordon Murcheson, past president and member who spoke on behalf of Royal Canadian Legion at the full uni- form dinner celebration. Mr Murcheson gave a speech of commendation. ”This presentation is to recognize and commemorate the outstanding contribution of the Aboriginal veterans during wartime and peace-keeping activities. By remembering the service and sacrifices of the Veterans, we recognize the tradition of freedom they fought to preserve. Aboriginal Canadians have demonstrated time and again their great service and sacrifice for our country through their participation in Canada’s military, particularly during times of conflict. Their courage, sacrifices and accomplish- ments are a source of pride to their families, communities, and all Canadians.” Chief White along with councillor Emmy Manson stood and welcomed everyone to the event. Chief White spoke saying, “We are here to honour and celebrate what is going on tonight. We really want to give recognition and respect to all the different elements of the Canadian national de- fence, to all of the military and peacekeeping efforts of Canada over the course of time, to all the different units that have taken part tonight to make tonight happen and for the decision of the Legion and others to take this important step of commemorating the contribution of Aboriginal Veterans.