Provincial Government Recognizes Indigenous Veterans Day

November 8, 2024

The Honourable Dr. Andrew Furey, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, and the Honourable Dr. Scott Reid, Minister Responsible for Indigenous Affairs and Reconciliation, recognize Indigenous Veteran’s Day today (November 8) and honour the commitments made by those who served to protect our province and country.

Indigenous peoples have demonstrated incredible courage and a commitment to military service in Newfoundland and Labrador, and abroad. It is imperative that we recognize our responsibility to honour their sacrifices.

This past July, Minister Reid joined the Honourable Lisa Dempster, Minister of Labrador Affairs, and 10 Indigenous youth in France and Belgium as part of the Trail of the Caribou Pilgrimage to commemorate the 75th anniversary of Confederation. The youth represented the five Indigenous Governments and Organizations in the province – Nunatsiavut Government, Innu Nation, NunatuKavut Community Council, Miawpukek First Nation and Qalipu First Nation.

We encourage people to remember and reflect on the bravery of Indigenous peoples and their commitment to protect our families, homes and way of life.

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“On this day, we are mindful of the unique contributions made by Indigenous service members in times of war and peace. It is a time of remembrance for the many years of military service by brave Indigenous veterans throughout Newfoundland and Labrador.”
Honourable Dr. Andrew Furey
Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador

“We pay tribute today to the sacrifices made by Indigenous Veterans and we honour their bravery and resilience. Their contributions to military service have protected our freedoms and provided peace and security for Newfoundland and Labrador.”
Honourable Dr. Scott Reid
Minister Responsible for Indigenous Affairs and Reconciliation

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