Federal Retirees commemorates Remembrance Day
Federal Retirees commemorates Remembrance Day by honouring those who served and reaffirming its commitment to veterans’ well-being, care and retirement security.
On Remembrance Day, we honour the courage, sacrifice and quiet resolve of all those who have served our country so that others might live in safety and freedom. Their service reflects a profound sense of duty and a commitment to the democratic values we hold dear.
As an association representing active and retired members of the federal public service, Canadian Armed Forces and RCMP, we pause today to remember the veterans who have protected our way of life and recognize the steadfast support of their loved ones.
The impact of service and sacrifice often extends beyond those who serve, affecting families and communities, including those whose lives have been forever changed by loss. To them, and to every person connected to those who served, we extend our deepest respect and gratitude.
As we reflect on the meaning of remembrance, we reaffirm our commitment to the well-being, care and retirement security of veterans and their families. We continue to advocate for timelier benefit decisions, better access to trauma-informed care, equity for women and Indigenous veterans, and services that reflect the realities facing today’s veterans.
Let us honour those who made the ultimate sacrifice, and let us renew our commitment to the freedoms they secured.
Lest we forget.
Anthony Pizzino
Chief executive officer
National Association of Federal Retirees