Minister Steven Blaney Participates in Exercise SPARTAN BEAR
(firmenpresse) - MEAFORD, ONTARIO -- (Marketwire) -- 05/14/12 -- Editors Note: There is a photo associated with this press release.
Today, the Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Veterans Affairs, joined Canadian Forces members participating in SPARTAN BEAR, a military training exercise being held in Meaford, Ontario. The exercise involves the deployment from CFB Petawawa of soldiers from 2 Canadian Mechanized Brigade Group (2 CMBG). SPARTAN BEAR provides an opportunity for the Brigade to simulate a deployment and practise a variety of combat activities in a realistic environment.
"As Minister of Veterans Affairs, I am honoured and privileged to have had the opportunity to participate in Exercise SPARTAN BEAR alongside our Canadian Forces members," said Minister Blaney. "By taking part in this exercise, I was able to see firsthand the considerable skill and ability of our service men and women."
Minister Blaney took the opportunity to meet with the soldiers of 2 CMBG. He toured the Land Force Central Area Training Centre Meaford and spent some time in the trenches with the soldiers.
By leveraging such opportunities to learn more about the Canadian Forces, Veterans Affairs Canada is gaining valuable insight into the military experience, which will help the Department provide better service to Veterans.
"Veterans have the right to receive service from people who understand the military culture," said Minister Blaney. "We will keep on working with the Canadian Forces so we continue to foster knowledge, respect and honour for the military experience. This is further proof that our Government is listening to Veterans."
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Media Inquiries:
Janice Summerby
Media Relations Advisor
Veterans Affairs Canada
613-992-7468
Codie Taylor
Director of Communications
Office of the Minister of Veterans Affairs
613-996-4649
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Datum: 14.05.2012 - 20:42 Uhr
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