I realize that some of my points raised on my blog are meant to make us smile as well as state sad realities. I received a Letter from the Minister of VAC, acknowledging his receipt of my heartfelt thank you letter. I wrote this letter to him to specifically thank the hard, outstanding work of two individuals under him, within his department.
I truly believe that thanks must be given where deserved and the opposite when required. So, to all of you that think all of us Veteran's are here just to throw stones, you are so very wrong and I am here proudly to say so. If anyone else has nice things to pass on about your experiences with VAC, it appears good news travels uphill and down.
BZ on this one VAC.
Monday 26 November 2012
2 Weeks for an MP = 5228 Days to a Veteran (same, same)
| From: | Michael Cole (thebobs1@sympatico.ca) |
| Sent: | November-26-12 10:40:10 AM |
| To: | rick@ricknorlock.ca; norlock.r@parl.gc.ca |
| Cc: | DND Ethics (ethics-ethique@forces.gc.ca); DND Priv (jansen.j@forces.gc.ca); MND AIDE (eric.christensen@forces.gc.ca); Peter Stoffer/Holley Brown (stoffp@parl.gc.ca); Rick Mercer (info@rickmercer.com); Vet Advocasy (veteran_advocate@canadianveteransadvocacy.com); CAVHQ (cavhq@thecav.ca); ANN.FOURNIER@forces.gc.ca (ann.fournier@forces.gc.ca); Esprit de Corps (espritdecorp@idirect.com); Intelligencer (chris.malette@sunmedia.ca); McKenna (iain.mckenna@priv.gc.ca); Mike N (scotts friend writer TO) (comment@nickersononline.com); Paf T/O (ndpao@bellnet.ca); Peter Stoffer/Holley Brown NDP (stoffp1@parl.gc.ca); info@gg.ca; Michael Cole (thebobs1@sympatico.ca); pm@pm.gc.ca |
Mr. Norlock: I realize that you indicated to me during our January 2011 meeting, that you would get back to me with some information so this matter might get cleared up and I could start receiving some additional benefits from VAC.
Realizing that since that date, you have only missed our date by 666 days. If I subtract the 2 weeks that you said it would take you, it is only, 652 days.
Being an understanding guy. Realizing your busy schedule I had to take into account some time delays. I have, during the time I was waiting, contacted a few people who also may have been able to help.
I have had dealings with: the VAC Ombudsman, The Minister of VAC, Privacy at DND, the Governor General, The Privacy Commission, Justice Department and the MND. Along with this, I took the liberty as a citizen, to contact the PMO.
Before I forward the documentation ( to the PMO), given to you on the 24 January 2011 meeting, I just wanted to give you another 2 weeks to forward it on yourself and help me as you indicated you would.
Thank you for your assistance in helping our Veterans in this highly military community. I look forward to your response, soon (the most omnibigious term I could find).
Additional details are located on my blog or on the CVA web page.
Captain (R) Michael I. Cole, CD1
Book: http://outskirtspress.com/bookstore/9781432792008.html
thebobs1@sympatico.ca
VETERANS BLOG: michaelcole9112010.blogspot.com
Wednesday 14 November 2012
"5216 Days Later" - The GG STILL "MIA"
News flash..........latest at the news wire is, nothing. Just to keep you all updated at my swift and dogged progress, there have been a few minor developments.
The first is, that since my initial request to the Queen's Representative, the Governor General, the "Commander and Chief", I have have received the sum total of "0" help. Just in case you missed that extensive list I will repeat it for you, nothing. Zip, zero, nada or butkus. I did notice at Remembrance Day, that the GG had more medals than the new CDS. I guess that is were he has been all this time, deployed. (8 months now - long tour)
Now on to the saga of my missing documents. The investigator at the Privacy Commission seems quite okay with the fact that documents signed on behalf of the Queen and another signed by the CDS have been destroyed as a matter of Government protocol. I would have thought that these persons documents, would have been of some historic value but, I am mistaken. The MND sent me a letter regarding these documents and sadly, thus far, nothing. I do however appreciate his response.
Having once served my country proudly, I must now, lower my head, in continuing shame of the system and how it treats, Veterans. I will continue to move forward. I will be contacting other departments of the government in the ongoing search for the answers.
Any assistance from groups, organizations, political parties or individuals, private or media, would be greatly appreciated.
I will write again soon. Soon being the most ambigious word I could pluck. The word of the day is Omnibigious - SNAFU to you military types.
The first is, that since my initial request to the Queen's Representative, the Governor General, the "Commander and Chief", I have have received the sum total of "0" help. Just in case you missed that extensive list I will repeat it for you, nothing. Zip, zero, nada or butkus. I did notice at Remembrance Day, that the GG had more medals than the new CDS. I guess that is were he has been all this time, deployed. (8 months now - long tour)
Now on to the saga of my missing documents. The investigator at the Privacy Commission seems quite okay with the fact that documents signed on behalf of the Queen and another signed by the CDS have been destroyed as a matter of Government protocol. I would have thought that these persons documents, would have been of some historic value but, I am mistaken. The MND sent me a letter regarding these documents and sadly, thus far, nothing. I do however appreciate his response.
Having once served my country proudly, I must now, lower my head, in continuing shame of the system and how it treats, Veterans. I will continue to move forward. I will be contacting other departments of the government in the ongoing search for the answers.
Any assistance from groups, organizations, political parties or individuals, private or media, would be greatly appreciated.
I will write again soon. Soon being the most ambigious word I could pluck. The word of the day is Omnibigious - SNAFU to you military types.
Tuesday 6 November 2012
"PTSD is Not So Bad" - 5208 Days Later
As we come up to "Remembrance Day", we should also take time to think about those who are still mentally trying to make it home.
I had the honour of flying the "Unknown Soldier" home. I now know for sure, he made it. These PEOPLE, (Soldiers), praying, carrying the casket and talking to old friends now gone, might just have a little different perspective on our world. One that will have changed them for life. It is not a job, it is an honour and privilege to serve. An honour and a challenge.
Think about this. Think about the men and women in these photos. Perception is gained from where you are standing.
I had the honour of flying the "Unknown Soldier" home. I now know for sure, he made it. These PEOPLE, (Soldiers), praying, carrying the casket and talking to old friends now gone, might just have a little different perspective on our world. One that will have changed them for life. It is not a job, it is an honour and privilege to serve. An honour and a challenge.
Think about this. Think about the men and women in these photos. Perception is gained from where you are standing.
Personally,
"I STAND WITH ALL OUR TROOPS"
"LET US NOT GO CHEAP ON OUR VETERANS"
"IT IS A DIFFERENT LIFE AND PERSPECTIVE ON IT"
"What is your PARA-DIME?"
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