My name is Julian Fantino, Minister of Veterans Affairs… As we
approach Remembrance Day, I’d like to share a personal story
with you… It’s a story about courage, strength, and
sacrifice…It’s a story about Veterans…Growing up in a small
rural village in post war Italy, my family and I were accustomed
to living without… But the one thing we had was the care and
compassion of soldiers from the Allied forces….Some of my
fondest childhood memories are of them sharing what little food
they had with me...I have never forgotten this generous and
comforting gesture that is etched into my memory...My fellow
Canadians…there are thousands of stories like this… As we
approach Remembrance Day, I invite each and every one of you to
share a memory or sentiment about someone who has served…Who
will you remember?
This Remembrance Day, I encourage you to
share your memories and stories on social media... Use the
hashtag #WhoWillYouRemember.
Help us create a mosaic of
remembrance that is our proud Canadian heritage.
Lest we forget.