Legion Supporting Advancements in Veterans Health Research
Announces scholarship for advanced Veterans health research studies
(firmenpresse) - OTTAWA, ONTARIO -- (Marketwired) -- 11/26/13 -- Gordon Moore, Dominion President of The Royal Canadian Legion, announced that he is attending the fourth annual forum of the Canadian Institute for Military and Veteran Health Research (CIMVHR) which is being held in Edmonton, Alberta between 25 and 27 November 2013.
CIMVHR is establishing itself as an unprecedented and independent leader in Veterans health research in Canada, with the support of 29 universities, the Department of National Defence, Veterans Affairs Canada and our Allied partners. "It is becoming the centre of expertise for the coordination and knowledge network of Veterans health research," says Mr. Moore. The Royal Canadian Legion is committed to working with the Institute, the 29 partner universities as well as the stakeholder federal government departments in building a national and independent research program focused on Canadian Armed Forces operational experience. The long term effect of independent research on military and Veteran health is significant to ensure a successful transition and a lifelong quality of life.
"The Legion is proud to be part of CIMVHR and we will continue to advocate for independent military and Veterans health research focusing on our unique demographic and operational experience," says Moore.
"As part of this support, The Royal Canadian Legion is proud to announce an annual scholarship in the amount of $30,000 for a Master's level student specializing in Military and Veterans Health Research," states Moore. "This research, in turn, will develop a new generation of researchers focused on the needs of our Veterans and their families." adds Mr. Moore.
During the lunchtime address to the CIMVHR Forum delegates, the Dominion President announced the Legions commitment to Military and Veterans Health research:
About the Legion
Established in 1926, the Legion is the largest Veterans service organization in Canada with more than 320,000 members. Its mission is to serve all Veterans including serving Canadian Armed Forces and Royal Canadian Mounted Police members and their families, to promote Remembrance and to serve our communities and our country.
The Legion's Service Bureau Officers can assist and represent CAF members Veterans, RCMP members and their families regarding disability claims or related issues with Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) and the Veterans Review and Appeal Board (VRAB).
In communities across Canada, it is the Legion that perpetuates Remembrance through the Poppy campaign and Remembrance Day ceremonies, With more than 1,450 branches, The Legion supports programs for seniors, Veterans housing, Long Term Care, youth leadership, education, sports, Cadets, Guides and Scouts. We will Remember Them.
Contacts:
Bruce Poulin
Dominion Command
The Royal Canadian Legion
(613) 591-3335 ext. 241
Cell: (613) 292-8760
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Datum: 26.11.2013 - 19:41 Uhr
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