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29September 29, 2024●(1 event)
All day: Canadian Police and Peace Officers’ Memorial Day ceremony in Ottawa
All day September 29, 2024
Once again we will meet on Parliament Hill to honour our fallen comrades, and to ensure that the magnitude of their sacrifice will never be forgotten. We will continue the focus of the Memorial on the unsung heroes, the surviving families of those brave men and women who died in the line of duty.
In 1998 the Canadian Government officially proclaimed the last Sunday of September of every year as Police and Peace Officers’ National Memorial Day. On January 17, 2003 Canadian Heritage declared the last Sunday of September of every year as a nation wide flag half-masting on all federal buildings and establishments in Canada, including the Peace Tower, from sunrise to sunset in honour of our fallen officers. These official proclamations are a fitting sign of respect, not only to those gathered on the hill, but also for those who made the ultimate tragic sacrifice to keep our communities safe and our environment protected.
The Parade Orders can be viewed at www.thememorial.ca under the tab SERVICE. The parade will march rain or shine to Center Block for the 11:00 am start of the Memorial Service. Form up will remain at Wellington and Kent Streets in assigned columns.
What is National Day for Truth & Reconciliation & Orange Shirt Day?
Public commemoration of the tragic and painful history and ongoing impacts of residential schools is a vital component of the reconciliation process. This federal statutory holiday was created through legislative amendments made by Parliament.
PERTH: The Perth veterans are happy to inform everyone that their monthly breakfast is back. With a new
management team, the Perth Restaurant (23 Gore St. E., Perth) will once again be hosting all former employees of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and their families on the first Wednesday of every month
at 09:00 for a hearty breakfast.
All day: RCMP Regimental Ball - 50 Years of Women in the RCMP
All day October 5, 2024
A Journey Through Time: 50 Years of Women in Policing
The journey to this anniversary began in 1974 when the RCMP first welcomed women into its ranks. Since then, the role of women within the organization has evolved significantly, shaping the landscape of modern policing in Canada.
All day: Save the date Regimental Ball 2024-Women in uniform in RCMP/Réservez la date Bal régimentaire 2024 - Les femmes en uniforme à la GRC
All day October 5, 2024
Save the date Regimental Ball 2024-Women in uniform in RCMP/Réservez la date Bal régimentaire 2024 - Les femmes en uniforme à la GRC
SAVE THE DATE
The Ottawa Area Officers’ Mess is proud to confirm that they will be hosting the 2024 RCMP Regimental Ball at the Delta Hotel (Ottawa City Centre), Oct 5, 2024.
This year’s theme will be celebrating the 50th anniversary of women in policing in the RCMP. This important milestone will be celebrated in many ways across the Country and we are hopeful that it will serve as a signature event for the Force.
More information will be posted as it becomes available.
Le mess des officiers de la région d’Ottawa est fier de confirmer qu’il accueillera le bal régimentaire 2024 de la GRC à l’hôtel Delta (Centre-ville d’Ottawa), le 5 octobre 2024.
Le thème de cette année sera de célébrer le 50e anniversaire des femmes dans les services de police de la GRC. Cette étape importante sera célébrée de nombreuses façons partout au pays et nous espérons qu’elle servira d’événement phare pour la Force.
De plus amples renseignements seront affichés dès qu’ils seront disponibles.
De plus amples renseignements seront affichés dès qu’ils seront disponibles.
The Ottawa Division Regular General Meetings (RGM) are open to all RCMP Veterans, in the General Mess:
73 Leiken Drive, Ottawa, ON. K1A 0R2
Secure parking available, sign in at front desk, personal ID required, comfortable seating in General Mess. Dress is casual unless stated otherwise. Bar service available 18:00 to 19:00, bar service will resume following the meeting.
All members of the Ottawa Division are welcome to attend the Regular General Meetings. We encourage that you reach out to those Retired Members who are not members and invite them to one of our meetings and enjoy the fellowship and comradery. We require new members and your efforts are always appreciated. See you at the next RGM ………. Your ODVA Executive
OTTAWA CENTRAL: Every other Wednesday starring May 25, 2022, 07:30 am, Stacked Smoked Meat
and Grill, 2679 Bank Street, Ottawa, ON.
CENTRE D’OTTAWA: Tous les deux mercredis à partir du 25 mai 2022, 07h30, Stacked Smoked Meat
and Grill, 2679 rue Bank, Ottawa, ON.
Contact: Brent MacDonald brent.macdonald@rogers.com
OTTAWA WEST: Second and fourth Wednesday of each month at 10:00 am, Busters Bar and Grill, 420
Hazeldean Rd, Kanata, ON.
OTTAWA OUEST: Deuxième et quatrième mercredi de chaque mois à 10 h, Busters Bar and Grill, 420 Hazeldean Rd, Kanata, ON.
Contact: Bill Sandzuik (613) 828-8329.
The RCMP NMC is meant to compliment the Regimental Cemetery at ‘Depot’ in Regina, SK and provides an option to all former and serving members in choosing their final resting place in a dignified sanctuary of peace exclusively dedicated to our police family.
The legacy pathway of the RCMP NMC is modeled on the Northern Ireland Royal Ulster Constabulary St. George’s Garden of Remembrance which is a learning pathway that attests to the history of the RUC and a fitting memorial to the 308 Officers killed during the thirty years of the period commonly known as 'the Troubles'.
The RCMP NMC pathway will reflect the Force’s storied history so that visitors and school classes will have an opportunity to learn and understand why there is national pride in the RCMP as an organization with proud international recognition.
Thanksgiving Day in Canada has been a holiday on the second Monday of October since 1957. It is a chance for people to give thanks for a good harvest and other fortunes in the past year. Thanksgiving Day in Canada is a time for family and food. Is Thanksgiving Day a Public Holiday? Thanksgiving Day is a national public holiday in Canada.
The Eastenders’ Breakfast Club: Meets every second Monday of the month starting at 07:45 a.m. and every fourth Monday of the month at 9:00 a.m.at Gabriel Pizza Restaurant & Sports Bar, 2160 St. Joseph Blvd., in Orleans. Contact: Sig Sigurdson eastenders@sympatico.ca
OTTAWA CENTRAL: Every other Wednesday starring May 25, 2022, 07:30 am, Stacked Smoked Meat
and Grill, 2679 Bank Street, Ottawa, ON.
CENTRE D’OTTAWA: Tous les deux mercredis à partir du 25 mai 2022, 07h30, Stacked Smoked Meat
and Grill, 2679 rue Bank, Ottawa, ON.
Contact: Brent MacDonald brent.macdonald@rogers.com
OTTAWA WEST: Second and fourth Wednesday of each month at 10:00 am, Busters Bar and Grill, 420
Hazeldean Rd, Kanata, ON.
OTTAWA OUEST: Deuxième et quatrième mercredi de chaque mois à 10 h, Busters Bar and Grill, 420 Hazeldean Rd, Kanata, ON.
Contact: Bill Sandzuik (613) 828-8329.
The Eastenders’ Breakfast Club: Meets every second Monday of the month starting at 07:45 a.m. and every fourth Monday of the month at 9:00 a.m.at Gabriel Pizza Restaurant & Sports Bar, 2160 St. Joseph Blvd., in Orleans. Contact: Sig Sigurdson eastenders@sympatico.ca
"Attention all ODVA members living in Kemptville (Leeds/Grenville) area. Commencing Tuesday,February 27, 2024 there will be an informal gathering for breakfast, all retirees are welcome. The plan is for the breakfast to take place on the last Tuesday of every month.”
Location: Hardstones Grill
2727 County Road 43
Kemptville, Ontario
Time: 8 a.m.
Please contact Luisa Russo-Lemay at russo-lemay@sympatico.ca or (647) 354-1235.
Attention à tous les membres de l'ODVA vivant dans la région de Kemptville (Leeds/Grenville). À compter du mardi 27 février 2024, il y aura une réunion informelle pour le petit déjeuner, tous les retraités sont les bienvenus. Le petit-déjeuner aura lieu le dernier mardi de chaque mois.
Lieu : Hardstones Grill
2727, route de comté 43
Kemptville, Ontario
Heure : 8 heures
Veuillez contacter Luisa Russo-Lemay à l'adresse russo-lemay@sympatico.ca ou au (647) 354-1235."
LES BONS VIVANTS DE GATINEAU: Retirees luncheon: At 11:30 a.m. last Thursday of every month at
La Cage aux Sports, 325, blvd. Gréber, Gatineau, QC
Déjeuner des retraités : À 11 h 30, le dernier jeudi de chaque mois, à La Cage aux Sports, 325, boul. Gréber, Gatineau, QC Contact: Michel Beland meraille@videotron.ca