Government of Canada supports centenary activities of the Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry
CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwired - Aug. 15, 2014) - Canadian Heritage
Joan Crockatt, Member of Parliament (Calgary Centre), announced funding of $175,000 to mark the 100th anniversary of the Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry (PPCLI). Ms. Crockatt made the announcement on behalf of the Honourable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages at a PPCLI Foundation dinner at the historic Mewata Armoury in Calgary.
The funding is being provided to the PPCLI Foundation through the Commemorate Canada component of Canadian Heritage's Celebration and Commemoration Program.
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"As we prepare to celebrate Canada's 150th anniversary in 2017, commemorations like these will encourage Canadians to understand more about our history and reaffirm our pride in our achievements. The First and Second World Wars were important events that contributed to the development of a distinct Canadian national identity."
-The Honourable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages
"Our Government is proud to commemorate100 years of service of the Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry to Canada's defence, security and national well-being. This commemoration will benefit Canadians by increasing their knowledge and understanding of the contribution of the PPCLI to Canada's military."
-Joan Crockatt, Member of Parliament (Calgary Centre)
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