Recap From The Winona Peach Festival

This past weekend Canadian Heroes attended the yearly Winona Peach Festival. With great weather and fantastic peach pie, the three day festival was a great success with many visitors coming to visit our Canadian Heroes booth.

A story that was shared from Wendy Storm who, if you recall is the owner of Canadian Heroes #7 in dedication to Corporal Albert Storm. Her story is as follows:

At the Peach Festival I watched a man walk up to my truck and stand there and cry. I watched him for a few minutes and then I walked over to talk to him and asked if he knew him?

After being able to compose himself to talk to me Stormy was one of his best friends. I explained that Stormy has a park and about Jonathon and how Stormy’s boots march on in him and soon to be Angelicia. I told him that as long as I’m around Stormy will never be forgotten. He also told me that he has two son’s 12 and 14 in cadets and plan to join the military when their done highschool.

So once again i said the words “The past is Stormy, the Present is Jonathon and the Future is Angelicia and also his 2 boys.” I thanked him for his service. Before he walked away with tears running down his face he went up to Stormy and touched him and said I miss you buddy.

WOW what an emotional moment, this is why I drive my truck everyday with pride to show the world they will never be forgotten. A huge thank you to Chris that has given me this very priceless gift in my truck so i can give these people some peace. Chris your a angel in so many ways THANK YOU.
-Wendy Storm

Canadian Heroes thanks Wendy for her ongoing dedication to our initiative, and to all the volunteers who helped in making this past weekend successful.

We Would Like To Honour Corporal David Braun, Master Warrant Officer Mario Mercier and Master Corporal Christian Duchesne

Corporal David Braun
Age: 27 Home Town: Raymore, Saskatchewan Unit: 2nd Battalion Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry (Shilo, Manitoba)
Killed in Action: August 22, 2006



Master Warrant Officer Mario Mercier
Age: 43 Home Town: Weedon, Québec Unit: 2nd Battalion, Royal 22e Régiment, Valcartier, Québec Killed in Action: August 22, 2007


Master Corporal Christian Duchesne
Age: 34 Home Town: Montreal, Québec Unit: 5th Field Ambulance, 5 Area Support Group, Valcartier, Québec
Killed in Action: August 22, 2007

Brent Has Arrived In Charlottetown PEI

Brent has arrived in Charlottetown PEI, and will be at Founders Hall till 3pm, stop by and see Canadian Heroes Memorial Vehicle #8

 

Fundraiser Car Wash

This past Saturday Hooters Upper James played host to a Canadian Heroes Fundraising Car Wash. Great weather, food, family and friends made it to be a successful day. Canadian Heroes would like to thank Hooters Upper James for all the support and having a hand in helping with our initiative. 





 The day wrapped up at Flamboro Speedway where our #24 drive Kyle raced in his 2nd race of the season.

 

 Kyle ~ "I like my big megaphone!"

Flamboro Speedway

Kyle's 2nd Race With The #24 Car At Flamboro Speedway was off to a great start where in his 1st heat race he sat in second place for the feature. The car ran great and we ended up with a sixth place finish. Thanks to everyone who showed up - we appreciate all the support. We've asked Kyle for a recap of the race and are eagerly awaiting, stay tuned...

 

Kyle in the Canadian Hero #24 car.

We Would Like To Honour Sapper Stephan John Stock, Corporal Dustin Roy Robert Joseph Wasden and Sergeant Shawn Allen Eades

Sapper Stephan John Stock
Age: 25 Home Town: Campbell River, BC Unit: 1 Combat Engineer Regiment (1 CER) Killed in Action: August 20, 2008

 

Corporal Dustin Roy Robert Joseph Wasden
Age: 25 Home Town: Spiritwood, SK Unit: 1 Combat Engineer Regiment (1 CER) Killed in Action: August 20, 2008

 

Sergeant Shawn Allen Eades
Age: 33 Home Town: Hamilton, ON Unit: 1 Combat Engineer Regiment (1 CER)
Killed in Action: August 20, 2008

This Weekend We Would Like To Honour Private Simon Longtin

Private Simon Longtin
Age: 23 Home Town: Longueuil, Québec Unit: 3rd Battalion, Royal 22e Régiment, Valcartier, Québec Killed in Action: August 19, 2007

Festival Of Friends 2012

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 We are excited to let you know that this weekend Canadian Heroes will be attending The Festival Of Friends and providing shuttle service for entertainment! The festival runs Fri, Sat & Sun. Free Admission and some great performers!!! The Bangles, The B52's & Lights just to name a few. For full festival information visit www.creativearts.on.ca Come on down and visit us, say hello and don't forget to wear your red!!! Festival Of Friends

Canadian Heroes Vehicle #8

Paul and his team at Trimline have been burning the midnight oil to get Canadian Heroes Vehicle #8 completed. Here is a sneak peak…Enjoy…

We Would Like To Honour Master Corporal Joshua Brian Roberts and Master Corporal Jeffrey Scott Walsh

Master Corporal Joshua Brian Roberts

Age: 29

Home Town: Prince Albert, SK

Unit: 2nd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry, Shilo, Manitoba

Killed in Action: August 9, 2008





Master Corporal Jeffrey Scott Walsh

Age: 33

Home Town: Regina, Saskatchewan

Unit: 2nd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry (Shilo, Manitoba)

Killed in Action: August 9, 2006

Canadian Heroes Race Car 24 At Flamboro Speedway, August 4th 2012

the high light of the night Kyle’s race and yes Kyle kept us on the edge of our seats and he did an amazing job He finished 2nd a huge congrate’s on his 1st race.

Flamboro Speedway

Saturday August 4th
Late Models, Thunder Cars, Mini Stocks, Pure Stocks
Pit Gates Open 4pm
Grandstand Opens 5pm
Qualifying 6:30pm

The Canal Days

Marine Heritage Festival offers activities and attractions that will enliven the senses. The Tall Ships gather in Port Colborne each Civic holiday weekend, for a four-day celebration of history and heritage. Explore the decks, try your hand at the wheel, or feel the spray as you cruise a Tall Ship on Lake Erie.

Canal Days