It's been 105 years since the momentous Canadian victory at Vimy Ridge. While the living memory of the historic battle has passed, we continue to recognize the achievements and sacrifices of those who served Canada in times of war, military conflict and peace.
Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence will travel to France to mark the 105th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge and visit the Juno Beach Center.
While overseas, he will also visit some of our most sacred commemorative sites in Belgium to pay his respect to Canadians who served during the First and Second World Wars.
Minister MacAulay's last stop will be in the Netherlands where he will proudly support Team Canada at the Invictus Games in the Hague. This year's competitors have waited for over two years to participate at the Games.
