Gallery

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Minister with Gino Farnetti-Bragaglia, together they honour the valour and caring of Canadian soldiers as Gino shares his rescue story.

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Minister Fantino and his wife Liviana are joined by Stella Ambler, Member of Parliament at the Peace Through Valour event.

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Minister with the youngest guest of honour Atticus Moore, Canadian soldier Mert Massey's great grandchild sharing a moment at the event.

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Minister and his wife Liviana are joined by Canadian soldier Mert Massey's family, granddaughter Chantal and her husband Bryan Moore with their son Cambryan (age 3) all gathered to hear about the story of Gino Farnetti-Bragaglia.

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Gino and Minister stand next to Canadian soldier Paul Hagen's widow Dorothy during the singing of the Canadian and Italian national anthems at the opening of the Peace Through Valour event.

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Gino gives a heartfelt thank you to all in attendance.

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Minister gives his address applauding all Canadian soldiers who fought in Italy his place of birth for their service.

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Minister Fantino with representatives from all four families of the Canadian soldiers who rescued Gino as a young homeless boy during the War in Italy.