As another soldier travels down the Highway of Heroes to their final resting place, an outpouring of support for his family is awaken in Canadians. Two soldiers in three days, on their own soil. The attacks, deaths and reverberations are a tragedy. These events must start a conversation that falls out of Canadians minds when a new cycle changes. In September, research was tabled in the House of Commons that show the amount of suicides in our military was higher than combat fatalities in Afghanistan (goo.gl/mKEWnX). Mental health issues are often silent, untreated and ignored. In this last year, Canada has shut down resource centres for veterans, it continually trims spending and has a minister in charge who disrespects those hes meant to represent and fight for. How can we stand for this as citizens? Did you know that a soldier, discharged for medical reasons will actually receive 20% less government supported income? (goo.gl/KanffA) Lets go book a few more commercials about the economic action plan Mr. Harper. I can not imagine how many vets, first line responders and active members are suffering through triggers to PTSD and other mental health disorders because of these attacks. I would encourage everyone who has had a thought, a prayer, a post about the attacks to investigate and action how you can positively impact a soldiers life, because our government doesnt do everything it can. It doesnt have to be monetary. Kind words, thanks, an ear to listen, a job are all acts that can resonate. Dont let Cpl. Nathan Cirillo and Warrent Officer Patrice Vincents deaths A few links I have found are here, if you have more, please add: canadianveteransadvocacy.ca/links-resources.html veterans.gc.ca herofund.ca/ msar.ca/?page_id=213 (Service dogs for PTSD)
Posted on: Fri, 24 Oct 2014 18:53:24 +0000
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