The Wild River Rangers are here to help promote the CAF’s support program for the ill and injured
On 28 September, 3 CRPG unit members gathered around the monument outside of their HQ to present a cheque of $2,140 to Soldier On.
Soldier On is an organization embedded within the CAF that promotes recovery through sport, fitness, recreational activities as well as art for the ill and injured members in the community.
“On behalf of the ill and injured community I would like to thank 3CRPG for all their efforts in raising money, your collective effort in raising money is compounded with bringing awareness and visibility to Soldier On,” said Regional Coordinator, Southern Ontario Soldier On, James MacIntyre.
As a person who has experienced first-hand an injury during service, MacIntyre is a living example of what Soldier On can provide members battling with illness, be it physical or mental.
“I am here today to reinforce that Soldier On and the money you raised will have a positive impact,” MacIntyre said. “As a veteran who was injured and lost a leg in Afghanistan, Soldier On played a key role in getting me out and active. I see the positive impact Soldier On has on members across Canada.”
Members of the 3 CRPG unit raised donation money through various means, be it people within their immediate families, friends and from many rangers themselves.
Warrant Officer Tiffany Webber spearheaded the donations on behalf of the Wild River Rangers as she believes the organization is not as well-known as it should be.
“To me it’s such a vital program that exists and so many people don’t know about it,” WO Webber said. “It’s unfortunate because I’m sure everybody knows someone that’s been ill or injured in their time serving.”
Through means such as rehabilitation, sports events, wellness groups and more, Soldier On supports troops in and out of service.
“Those funds are directly in support of, not only empowering, but also inspiring our ill and injured members to get back out there and best serve them through their recovery process and integrating them into society if they were released,” said WO Webber.
“It’s an honour and privilege to help raise awareness for Soldier On, but also to contribute to the funds being raised in support our soldiers.”Are you in need of support after suffering an illness or injury after service? Click here to find out what Soldier On offers.
Want to donate? Check out how you can support members in need here.
By Caleb Hooper
