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Vimy reception at the French Embassy

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June 8, 2022

June 8, 2022 - Ottawa, Canada - The Vimy Foundation

On June 8th, 2022, the Vimy Foundation celebrated its belated15th Anniversary at the French Embassy in Ottawa. It was wonderful to see more than 130 guests at this event - the largest at the Embassy since March 2020 - and we are grateful to the Embassy's team, for their support and expertise. This event was also the occasion to announce the nomination of Carolyn Patton as our new Chair. She will replace Christopher Sweeney, who has given countless hours to the organization during his term.

A huge thank you to the Embassy, our 137 guests, our team and our sponsors:

Clearwater Seafoods

Pratt & Whitney Canada

Mill Street Florist

La maison Cookies and Cream

For more photos, check our album on Flickr.

Helen Vari, Christopher Sweeney and Carolyn Patton, at the Vimy Reception.

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This handcrafted pin dish, created exclusively for the Vimy Foundation, features the image of a poppy—an enduring symbol of remembrance. Designed and hand-thrown by acclaimed Canadian sculptor Christian Corbet, each ceramic piece is a limited edition. Ideal for holding pins, jewelry, or small keepsakes, the dish is both functional and commemorative. A meaningful addition to any collection, it pays tribute to the legacy of those who served. Hand-thrown ceramic Features original poppy design by Christian Corbet Approximately 8.5 cm wide Made in Canada Limited edition

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⚠️ Please note: This item is not sold or shipped by the Vimy Foundation and is only available through the Gentleman Rogue website. 👉 Please visit their site to purchase directly from Gentleman Rogue. https://gentlemanrogue.ca/collections/rogue-defender-1/Pocket-Squares This elegant silk scarf from Gentleman Rogue’s Rogue Defender Series pays tribute to the courage and legacy of those who fought at the Battle of Vimy Ridge. Designed with the colours of the four Canadian divisions that served together for the first time during the 1917 offensive, the scarf blends historical symbolism with timeless style. 100% Silk
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Dogs have been used in war for centuries worldwide. Their duties have ranged from pulling carts, sentries, scouts, messengers, as mascots, rat catchers in the trenches, search and rescue, bomb detectors and first aid dogs. Countless stories of incredible heroic acts performed by these animals have been told throughout the First World War and beyond. Dogs continue to be put to work in military service to this day as their role expands to include service animals for veterans. The Vimy Foundation partnered with Dog Hair INCluded (Montreal) to design these quality and durable bandanas featuring our Vimy Plaid. Honor those four-legged friends who also helped shape our history with this rugged and stylish pet bandana.

Vimy Foundation Pet Bandana

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