Dear Editor
I belong to Operation Legacy, which is made up of members and graduates of the War Amps Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program and is dedicated to teaching the younger generation about Canada's military heritage.
Remembrance Day is special to me and to Champs across the country as the War Amps was started by veterans who returned from the First World War missing limbs. They were there to support each other and then passed on their knowledge to amputee veterans returning from the Second World War. They then created the CHAMP Program to assist young amputees like me.
CHAMP provides financial assistance for artificial limbs and regional seminars where we can share concerns and advice. Because of this, I feel it is my duty to carry on the torch of remembrance and help ensure the sacrifices of those who served are never forgotten.
The key objective behind Operation Legacy is to help young people understand and pass on the legacy and memories of our veterans. It also ensures the younger generation too understands the sacrifices they made.
Crystal Triffo, 24
Operation Legacy Member, Regina
