Category Archives: Veterans

Inman Library ~ Animals in War Display

Why is there a bear in the Remembrance Day Display? Check out some of the videos below about “Winnie”,  most famous Canadian Bear!

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Honouring our Aboriginal Veterans

Some of our most decorated Veterans are aboriginal people. Indigenous people have a long and proud tradition of military service in Canada. From the earliest days before Canada was even a country of its own, through the First and Second … Continue reading

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Aboriginal Veterans (Intermediate Activities)

Teacher Resource Links providing a historical view of Aboriginal Veterans. Remembrance Dog Tags: Fallen Indigenous Service Members (suitable for 12 years+) Aboriginal Canadians and Native Soldiers Reading and Crossword Activity Learn About Indigenous Veterans (Stories) National Aboriginal Veterans Monument   … Continue reading

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Canadian Veteran Connection ~ Winnie the Pooh

 Here are slightly three different videos explaining the bear’s connection to Canada and how the great granddaughter, Lindsay Mattick, is bringing this story to life through her picture book.   The following news link from Forces.net explains behind the story … Continue reading

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