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continued from p.1 passed on, those who have suffered grievous life-threatening injuries and those who have lost their lives in service to our country ," said Kristin Courtney , MEDIchair Halton founder. "We will never forget the tremendous sacrifices you made -- and that continue to be made -- for our freedom and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts." Veterans were also recognized for their service by hundreds of cards featuring handwritten messages from area students. One card read `Dear veteran, Thank you for fixing the world.' During a presentation, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Veterans Affairs Parm Gill referred to Canada as a precious gift given to us by all those who serve, and continue to serve, at home and abroad. "This Veteran's Week, we come together to honour the 2.3 million Canadians who have donned our nation's uniform during times of peace and war and to remember the more than 118,000 men and women who have paid the price for freedom with their lives," he said. "No community across this great land has been spared (loss in war). We have felt it right here in Oakville and it is with feelings of sorrow, gratitude and pride that our sons and daughters, who serve with bravery and distinction, will always be remembered." Gill noted 2013 is the Year of the Korean War veteran and said more than 26,000 Canadians served during that conflict and 516 died. A salute to Canada's veterans -- past and present 3 | Friday, November 8, 2013 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insideHALTON.com At left, Korean War veteran Hub Lalonde attended the 12th annual Veterans Luncheon in Oakville Monday. At right, Halton Police Chief Stephen Tanner salutes after placing a wreath during a special ceremony at the luncheon. | photos by Graham Paine ­ Oakville Beaver (Follow on Twitter @halton_photog) Brigadier-General Julian Chapman spoke on behalf of the serving members of the Canadian Forces. He said the members recall the sacrifices of veterans and it is their legacy that has given the Canadian Forces the strength to carry on. The veterans heard from Oakville MP Terence Young, Oakville MPP Kevin Flynn and Halton Regional Chair Gary Carr. Young noted the federal government takes recognition of its veterans very seriously and on June 19 established a national day of recognition for Korean War veterans -- July 27. Flynn thanked those present for choosing not to ignore tyranny and injustice abroad and instead acting to stop it. He noted Canada's military engagements did not always end well. Flynn said he recently travelled to Newfoundland where he learned the province celebrates its Remembrance Day on July 1 because on that day in 1916, some 780 soldiers were sent into a battle from which only 68 returned. Carr called on residents to express their appreciation to Canada's veterans every day. Tribute was paid to Trooper Marc Diab of Mississauga, killed in Afghanistan by an improvised explosive device (IED) in 2009. Warrant Officer Marc Diotte of the Lorne Scots Peel, Dufferin and Halton Regiment noted Diab had a premonition of his death that was so strong he made a farewell video for his family. see That's on p.10 Sore Feet, Sports Injury, Painful Ingrown Toenails? Plantar Warts? We can help! Exceptional footcare for all ages. · Routine footcare · Corns & calluses · Plantar warts · Heel/arch/foot pain · Diabetic footcare and education · Thick or ingrown nails · Nail surgery · Sports related foot problems & injuries · Custom made orthotics · Sigvaris® compression stockings · Evenings and saturday appointments available · New patients welcome! J. Richard Werkman CHIROPODIST Visit our website, subscribe to our Blog or call for an appointment. Ample Free parking. located on the north/west corner of maple grove dr. and cornwall rd. 1495 Cornwall Rd., Suite 33, Oakville T: 905-845-4817 www.werkman.ca The Electric Fireplace Shop 6 Hurontario St. Miss. 905-278-7337 BUNDLE UP GENTLEMEN. WARMLY EMBRACE THE HIGH FASHION OF THE SEASON. GIORGIO ARMANI, BRUNELLO CUCINELLI, ETRO, BOGLIOLI, BELSTAFF, PORTS 1961, HUGO BOSS AND MORE. · We Carry Inserts & Mantel Packages · Wall Mount & Recess · Custom Mantels Starting from WINTER AT BURROWS $499.00 Over 60 models on display. Largest in GTA Visit our website theelectricfireplaceshop.com Hwy 10 lakeshore Rd. 905.842.0232 BURROWSCLOTHIERS.COM 200 LAKESHORE ROAD E, OAKVILLE