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Jasper will once again welcome Canadian Veterans to Jasper National Park for the second annual Veterans Appreciation Event on Nov. 4-13.
Last year鈥檚 first-annual event attracted guests from across the country, including former and current members of the Canadian Forces and RCMP, and their supporters.
鈥淲e encourage all visitors to Jasper to Venture Beyond and enjoy the natural beauty and adventure around the park,鈥� said MWO (ret) Keith Henderson, founder of Veterans Adventures.
鈥淭hat Jasper is choosing to thank and show appreciation for those that have served means so much to those of us who have. In addition to the Veterans Appreciation Event, the Jasper Royal Canadian Legion provides complimentary equipment year-round to Veterans and their families so they can fully enjoy what the Park has to offer. Information can be found at Veterans Adventures Jasper.鈥�
For 10 days, the town of Jasper will salute Veterans and thank them for their service with a series of ceremonies and special events including:
- National Indigenous Veterans Day
- Jasper鈥檚 Salute to Women Veterans
- Remembrance Day services
- Performances by The Princess Patricia鈥檚 Canadian Light Infantry (PPCLI) Drum Line
- Performances by The Royal Canadian Artillery Band
Businesses throughout Jasper will offer specials to Veterans during this period including hotel packages, restaurant offers, activity promotions and discounted transportation on VIA Rail.
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