Students at ÄÛÑ¿ÊÓÆµ (HCDSB) shared messages of love and thanks to thousands of Canadian Veterans through the program. Each year, invites schools, individuals and organizations across the country to create handmade valentines as a meaningful way to thank veterans for their service. Ìý
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Known as Hearts for Heroes at HCDSB, the program had an amazing turnout this year with 76 classes taking part. Close to 3000 valentines will be delivered to VAC’s head office in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island where they will be repackaged and distributed active-duty military members and Veterans living in long-term care.Ìý
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HCDSB has been recognized as one of the program’s largest contributors by VAC. This year, the community decided to spread its impact by crafting valentines for local responders as well.Ìý
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Thank you to all the students who participated and shared the spirit of belonging with those who serve our communities both at home and across the globe.