Canadian Armed Forces

Ms. Dupuis expresses her pride and gratitude for being selected to participate in the Soldier On program.

Although at times Ms. Dupuis thought about quitting, she shares the reality and importance of not letting the team down and finding strength to carry on.

Ms. Dupuis talks about patrolling and the pervasive danger of IED’s.

Mr. Dupuis deploys to Afghanistan and explains the differences in living conditions and environment to what she had previously experienced.

Although excited to deploy, Ms. Dupuis recalls the devastated surroundings and culture shock when first arriving in Bosnia.

Ms. Dupuis explains the roles of a gunner and circumstances that occur while on patrol outside the wire.

Ms. Dupuis speaks about her decision to joining the Armoured Corps and the obstacles that she faced.

Mr. Villeneuve expresses how his dog, Vardo, has given him new life providing protection and security from the trust of his new companion.

Mr. Villeneuve explains the strong sense of comradery amongst his fellow soldiers and the willingness to share the level of fear and anxiety experienced

Mr. Villeneuve shares his encounters with snipers, dangerous roads and tension while holding responsibility for a fifty person convoy thru the mountains