Nova Scotia/Nunavut Command of The Royal Canadian Legion www.ns.legion.ca 13 We have all become aware of the positive, documented results of pairing ill and injured Veterans with Service Dogs. What most are not aware of is the supply of trained Service Dogs is of grave concern, which now necessitates the “reservation” of dogs with their providers. The reservation of these litters of dogs requires this additional large financial investment – we cannot allow our Veterans to be left behind. The commitment of the VOP and NS/NUC to further advance the Veteran Assist Service Dog Program on behalf of our Veterans is not in question, however, this type of financial investment is not sustainable on a year to year basis. The Royal Canadian Legion at ALL levels must lobby Veterans Affairs Canada and the Federal government through our MP’s to take responsibility for funding and maintaining the service dog program, not only in N.S., but across Canada. Our newest VOP partner, the Veteran Farm Project, was introduced at our biennial convention in Windsor this past May 2018. AVeteran centric social enterprise focusing on food insecurity in the veteran population and the hope to aid in helping as many families and Veterans with farm fresh local food. The food will be grown locally in Nova Scotia on a 6.5 acre Veteran owned farm with a goal of helping those Veterans who need a boost with fresh vegetables and produce and to improve the lives of Veterans by providing a safe environment with access to nature and the physical, social and mental health benefits that being outdoors provides. Comrades, NS/NUC’s Veterans Outreach Program is fully committed to all of the initiatives developed to assist our Veterans and their families by enhancing their quality of life and helping them overcome barriers faced as a result of their service. These initiatives speak to the very soul of The R.C.L. – the support and care of our Veterans and their families. These programs prove vital relevancy to The Legion itself. continued ... If you would like additional information on any of these projects or initiatives, please contact the Executive Director of NS/NU Command at 902.429.4090 Ext. 4.
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