National Indigenous Veterans Day

November 8th is National Indigenous Veterans Day. More than 7,000 First Nations members served in the First and Second World Wars and the Korean War, and an unknown number of Inuit, Métis and other Indigenous people also participated. One Veterans group estimates that 12,000 Indigenous people served in the three wars. On each occasion, Aboriginal members of the armed forces overcame cultural challenges and made impressive sacrifices and contributions to help the nation in its efforts to restore world peace. It was an incredible response - consistent with a remarkable tradition. Today we commemorate the contributions of Indigenous veterans.

Click here to learn more about the stories and contributions of Indigenous Veterans: https://www.veterans.gc.ca/eng/remembrance/people-and-stories/indigenous-veterans