‘Our pioneers’: Perley Rideau pays tribute to women war veterans
Edith Goodspeed pauses, overcome with emotion, as she thinks back to the young men who were injured or killed on the Second World War battlefields. “The boys were ours. They were wonderful kids,” she said.
Nepean Kings partner with Perley Rideau Vets for the Good Deeds Cup
The Nepean Kings know what it means to have great sportsmanship on and off the ice - and they're demonstrating that with the relationships they're forming with Veterans at the Perley Rideau.
The first ever #TeddyTuesday was a success! Held on November 27th to mark Giving Tuesday, Perley Rideau residents, tenants, volunteers, and staff were invited to bring in their stuffed animals and register them (with a small donation) for the #TeddyTuesday contest.
"If you asked me to name a country I haven't visited, I'd have to think pretty hard. After 34 years of service in the Royal Canadian Navy, I like to say I've seen just about every place in the world!"
'An Hour to Give' hosted by Sam Laprade
In case you missed the Perley Rideau on An Hour to Give hosted by Sam Laprade (1310 AM News), click below to listen to the full podcast. Akos Hoffer, Perley Rideau CEO; Jill Ronan, family member; Gail Lalonde, volunteer; and Dan Clapin, Executive Director of the Foundation, all talk about the Perley Rideau experience.
Remembering the sacrifices that secured peace and freedom
New stamp honours 100th anniversary of armistace that ended First World War.
Stamp marks 100th anniversary of Armistice of 1918
OTTAWA, Oct. 24, 2018 /CNW/ - Canada Post unveiled a stamp today that celebrates the 100th anniversary of the armistice that ended the First World War, a conflict that irrevocably changed Canada and its status on the world stage.
Lyn Waddell inspired generations of young readers with her historical novels, radio plays and volunteerism. In a final act of kindness, she made generous donations in her will to a series of charities, including the Perley and Rideau Veterans’ Health Centre Foundation.
At the age of 90, Armold (Robbie) Roberts continues to give back to the community. He and Audrey, his wife of 67 years, reside at the Perley and Rideau Veterans’ Health Centre. “Like many of the residents, Audrey and I enjoy spending time there,” he says simply. “I appreciate the quality of care we receive here and I’m proud to support it.”
As a way of honouring his convictions, Ray Desjardins has made a gift in his will to the Perley and Rideau Veteran's Health Centre Foundation. Throughout his life, Ray has had a deep respect and admiration for the men and women who serve their country in uniform- something he learned from his father.