Métis Nation Second World War Hero Honoured in ON
Métis Nation Second World War Hero Honoured in ON December 11, 2020 – Fort Frances, ON On December 11, 2020, WWII Métis Veteran Jean Leander Camirand Sr. will receive thanks from the Métis Nation and a Recognition Payment of $20,000. The Recognition Payment is part of the Métis Veterans Legacy Program established in partnership with the Trudeau government to commemorate forgotten Métis soldiers. Veteran Camirand Sr. is the 29th WWII Veteran to receive a Recognition Payment as part of the Legacy Program. “As Minister responsible for Veterans for the Métis National Council, I have stood side by side with our WWII Métis Veterans for the … Read More