News by subject: VET

The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, will make an important announcement regarding support to the Dallaire Institute for Children, Peace and Security through the Veteran and Family...

Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence announced funding for Veteran Emergency Transition Services Canada (VETS Canada) from the Veteran and Family Well-Being Fund. VETS...

On the day Americans celebrate the birth of our country's independence and the year that marks the 80th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor, Dream Flights is announcing  tour stops for Operation September Freedom (OSF), a historic barnstorming...

The Navy SEAL Foundation is excited to announce a new collaborative timepiece by their Official Partner, Luminox. In 1992, a Navy SEAL named Nick North was given a unique mission: Cut through the darkness. The SEALs needed a watch that was tough...

A 21-year-old Missouri soldier who died while serving in World War II is returning home to be laid to eternal rest in Springfield, accompanied by burial services provided by Greenlawn Funeral Homes. U.S. Army Pvt. James J. Cansler was a recipient of...

Our Military Kids (OMK), a national 501(c)(3), today revealed research results that identify the significant and positive impact of extracurricular activities on military children whose parent(s) are either deployed with the National Guard or Reserve...

The Troops First Foundation today called on Congress to approve a congressional resolution designating Nov. 21, 2021, as "National Warrior Call Day," a coast-to-coast effort to reach veterans and service members who may be dangerously disconnected...

Micross Components ("Micross"), a leading provider of high-reliability microelectronic product and service solutions for aerospace, defense, space, medical and industrial applications, today announced the acquisition of Semi Dice, LLC ("Semi Dice"),...

On the morning of 1 July 1916, Allied troops began their advance toward German positions to open one of the First World War's most significant campaigns, the Battle of the Somme. By that night, more than 57,000 British and Commonwealth soldiers had...

In a tribute to freedom and American values, Air Force Colonel (retired) Gail S. Halvorsen will re-live his role as the Candy Bomber for a historic candy drop and flyover at Greater Zion Stadium on the Dixie State University campus in St. George,...

Crayhill Capital Management LP, a New York-based private credit manager and asset-based investor with a strong focus on renewable energy investments, announced today the appointments of Erick Bauman and Ben Snydacker as Managing Directors of a...

Veterans Guardian has been recognized by the Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina in the annual 2021 BBB Torch Awards for Marketplace Ethics. The BBB Torch Award for Marketplace Ethics recognizes companies displaying an outstanding...

Cigna Corporation CEO David Cordani hosted an exclusive fireside conversation with President George W. Bush on Wednesday to honor American veterans and support athletes on the Achilles International Freedom Team, which is composed of wounded members...

Hundreds of very low-income veteran families in the Baltimore metro area and on Maryland's Eastern Shore who are experiencing homelessness or are at risk of becoming homeless, will have access to crucial services from local organizations via grants...

Bob Evans Farms announces their partnership with the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium for Military Family Free Days, an event running July 3-11, 2021, offering free admission to Veterans, active members of the military, and their immediate families. In...

Hill & Ponton announced today the addition of Kerry Baker to the firm's veteran disability claims team. Initially, a medically retired US Marine, Baker joins the national firm specializing in veterans and social security disability claims as a Senior...

In partnership with the Minister of Public Services and Procurement, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, today announced a new rehabilitation services contract for Veterans and...

Chipotle Mexican Grill today announced it will offer buy-one, get-one free entrees in-restaurant on Tuesday, July 6 from 3pm to close at participating U.S. locations. Since friends give friends free Chipotle, fans simply need to say "Friends BOGO"...

MellingMedical today marked the fifth year of a distribution relationship with Keeler USA, a world leader in ophthalmic diagnostic, digital, surgical, and clinical products. The Virginia-based prime contractor credits Keeler for playing a key role in...

Alkermes plc  today announced the presentation of new health economics and outcomes research related to healthcare resource use (HRU) among veterans with alcohol dependence at the 2021 Research Society on Alcoholism (RSA) Scientific...

PenFed Credit Union, the nation's second-largest federal credit union, today announced it earned seven Emmy Awards, presented by the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences honoring the best in the television industry. The award-winning...

The Patriot Dinner event featuring keynote speaker General Michael Flynn and co-hosted by Michele Merrell and Richard DeNapoli to benefit the SoldierStrong charitable organization on Friday, May 21, 2021, attracted some 300 attendees and raised...

Foundation Unites and Empowers Its 13th Class of U.S. Service Members, Veterans and Military Spouses Today, the Pat Tillman Foundation (PTF) announced the names of the 60 U.S. service members, veterans and military spouses chosen as 2021 Tillman...

A Safe Haven Foundation (ASH), an internationally acclaimed top Chicago-based 501©3 nonprofit dedicated to preventing and ending homelessness, recently held an informational session about the Rauner Family Veterans Apartments by A Safe Haven at the...

Black men most likely to benefit from advanced prostate cancer therapies are 11 percent less likely to get them than non-Black men. This happens despite apparent equal opportunities in obtaining health care services, a new study in American veterans...

More than 880,000 new trees have been planted across Ontario this spring in honour of Canadian veterans, thanks to the combined efforts of the Highway of Heroes (HOH) Tree Campaign and Forests Ontario. These newly planted seedlings are adding to an...

Trident University International (Trident), a member of the AIU System, is excited to announce its new satellite office in San Antonio, TX. This location, which opened its doors in early April, is not an instructional site, and is intended to support...

Paralyzed Veterans of America, the nation's only nonprofit organization dedicated solely to supporting veterans with spinal cord injuries, disorders, and diseases, today kicked off an annual checkout campaign just days before the fourth of July...

Betty Molloy Harbourt, a 25-year veteran of the real estate industry, has joined Prospect Real Estate Development Group (Prospect) as Senior Vice President of Development Services. She serves as liaison for Prospect's portfolio of $1.6 billion in...

Stella, the MSO connecting PTSD patients with cutting edge treatment, announced today its partnership with Acadiana Veteran Alliance, the organization formed to build new economic development and industry with veterans, and fund PTSD healthcare...

In appreciation of the military community and all who have served, Pilot Company and its family of travel center brands today announced a new year-round military discount program. The exclusive 10% discount on food and beverages* is now available to...

Red One Medical, a proven government contractor providing best-in-class medical supplies to Veterans Affairs and the Department of Defense, is proud to exclusively partner with Prytime Medical Devices, Inc. (The REBOA Companytm), a privately held...

Orchard & Shipman have been appointed to deliver sub-letting and estate management services on behalf of Pinnacle Group as part of its contract to deliver the Defence Infrastructure Organisation's (DIO) National Accommodation Management Service...

After more than a year away from seeing service members and their families on a USO Tour, Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force General John E. Hyten is leading a star-studded lineup to military installations across the United States ?...

Today, national nonprofit Wreaths Across America (WAA) announces the kick off to its annual Giving in July campaign ? a month dedicated to the groups and individuals giving back in their communities while helping to share the mission to Remember,...

A special report from Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) shows that women warriors who experienced military sexual trauma (MST) are nearly three times as likely to experience moderate to severe symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), compared...

Freedom Mortgage, one of the largest full-service mortgage companies and the top VA and top FHA (government-insured) lender in the U.S., announced the start of its annual Rucksacks to Backpacks campaign to provide school supplies for the children of...

VetsinTech (ViT), the leading national non-profit dedicated to advancing career and entrepreneurship opportunities for veterans in the tech industry, announced the top three winners of its pitch competition event. Hosted by VetsinTech and sponsored...

Century 21 Real Estate LLC unveiled today a new alliance with Project Destined, a national social impact platform providing diverse high school and college students, as well as military veterans, with critical business and real estate fundamentals as...

After being moved by Bruce's story, Semper Solaris has chosen the Lancaster resident as the 2021 Semper Cares Initiative recipient for this upcoming Independence Day event. Mr. Autry will be receiving solar panels free of cost, drastically reducing...

In keeping with its commitment to the local community and the communities our advisors serve, Advisors Excel and its affiliated financial professionals recently raised $932,000 for Folds of Honor during a fundraising event in Houston. The gift will...

Southern Nazarene University (SNU), a private, Christian liberal arts university that offers flexible degree-completion and graduate programs for working adults through its College of Professional and Graduate Studies, today launched an online...

EG America and the 1700 convenience stores it operates is launching a national campaign to raise funds for Disabled American Veterans (DAV). The donations will help DAV ensure that injured and ill veterans access the full range of benefits available...

Cybint, a global cyber education training company, partners with the Central Texas College (CTC) to offer the Cybint Cybersecurity Bootcamp to military and veteran students in Texas. The program launches this August 2021, providing relevant, hands-on...

The Front Line Foundation (TFLF) announced today final plans for its first fundraising event of 2021. Along with Oath, Inc., a national nonprofit whose mission is to support disabled Military Veterans across the United States, TFLF will host The All...

Black Rifle Coffee Company (BRCC), America's leading veteran-owned and operated coffee company, is bringing back one of its most popular and patriotic brews just in time for Independence Day. Now through July 11, each purchase of BRCC's iconic...

Mission Secure, the leading industrial control system (ICS) cyber security technology company, today announced the appointment of Dr. Dennis Freeman as Technical Advisor, Mission Secure Government and Defense. Dr. Freeman has served in the Department...

Samuel Adams Brewing the American Dream and The StreetShares Foundation hosted one of the largest virtual military veteran speed coaching event with over 85 entrepreneurs and coaches in attendance on Thursday, June 17. The attendees received free...

Together, AvaSure, a leading provider of inpatient audiovisual monitoring telehealth solutions, and Sierra7, a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), with over 12 years of experience delivering healthcare and information technology...

The North Group (TNG), one of the top private security and risk management companies in the nation, has received the National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC) certification, verifying TNG as a veteran owned business. The NVBDC is the only...