With #SoccerFever sweeping the nation, let's remember how the game reached even the darkest corners of war. This 1916 photo of British soldiers in France shows them finding a moment of normalcy with #football amidst the chaos of #WWI. ⚽️ #VeteransStories #MilitaryHistory #TBT

This summer, visit the #RCMPHeritageCentre in #Regina for "Mission: Afghanistan," a powerful exhibition on Canada's role in #Afghanistan. Don't miss the documentary "Fallen Heroes" on Sundays, exploring the Highway of Heroes. Every story matters! 🇨🇦 #VeteranStories #Remembrance

Not near one of our in-person locations? Join the #VeteransWritingWorkshop online! Led by Shea Bramley, it's a supportive space for military stories, wherever you are. Join us: warstoriessociety.com/workshop/joi... #VirtualWorkshop #VeteranStories #CanadianVeterans #MilitaryCommunity

🌟 NEW LOCATION. SAME MISSION! 🌟 #Nanaimo veterans, join our new #VeteransWritingWorkshop starts January 2027! Facilitated by Col Mike Vernon, this is your chance to share your story. Register: warstoriessociety.com/workshop/joi... #VancouverIsland #VeteranStories #WritingWorkshop

#VictoriaBC veterans—registration is now open for the #VeteransWritingWorkshop at Bay Street Armoury! Guided by Randy Evans, this is your chance to share your unique stories with peers. Register: warstoriessociety.com/workshop/joi... #VeteranStories #MilitaryCommunity #CAF

Attention #KingstonON veterans! Registration is now open for the #VeteransWritingWorkshop. Share your experiences with fellow veterans. Sign up: warstoriessociety.com/workshop/joi... #WarStoriesSociety #VeteranVoices #MilitaryStories #WritingWorkshop

#YEGVeterans—registration is now open for the #VeteransWritingWorkshop at #StAlbert Legion! Connect with others who understand military life. No experience needed, just a willingness to start. warstoriessociety.com/workshop/joi... #YEG #Edmonton #VeteranStories #WritingCommunity #CAF

#YYCVeterans! Registration is now open for the #VeteransWritingWorkshop, Fall 2026 to May 2027, at TMM. Join us to explore your stories in a supportive environment. warstoriessociety.com/workshop/joi... #WarStoriesSociety #VeteranStories #MilitaryCommunity #WritingWorkshop #CAF

Some places hold stories waiting to be told. If this view looks familiar, stay tuned. More details soon. 👀 #WarStoriesSociety #VeteranStories #Storytelling #ComingSoon #Nanaimo #VancouverIsland #NanaimoCommunity #YCD

Have you ever thought about sharing your story? Our #VeteransWritingWorkshops are supportive spaces for veterans to explore their experiences, no prior writing needed. Curious? This might be your sign! More details coming soon! #MilitaryStories #Storytelling #WritingCommunity

Curiosity drives us to question, explore new perspectives, and learn more about ourselves and others. It can lead to books, conversations, or the start of your writing journey! #WarStoriesSociety #Curiosity #Storytelling #LifelongLearning #VeteranVoices #WritingJourney #Learning

We're gearing up for this fall’s #VeteransWritingWorkshop with both returning & new facilitators. These workshops empower veterans to share their stories & connect. Stay tuned for registration details! #WarStoriesSociety #VeteranVoices #CanadianMilitary #MilitaryCommunity #Storytelling

✍️ #WritingTip: You don’t always need "the right words" to start! Writing is a process; it's about getting your thoughts down. Join our Veterans’ Writing Workshops to explore and shape your stories. Registration for Fall sessions opens soon! #VeteransVoices #WritingCommunity

Discover #AMileInTheirBoots - a powerful anthology of #VeteransVoices that share the ups and downs of military life. Some tales will make you smile, while others will resonate long after. Dive into these honest experiences: amileintheirboots.com/ #CAF #CanadianVeterans #Storytelling #MilitaryLife

Some battles are marked by scale, others by the weight of what could've happened. At Kapyong, Canadian soldiers held their ground against overwhelming odds, shaping the #KoreanWar’s outcome. Their stories of intensity and responsibility continue to resonate today. #Kapyong75

Some stories stick with you long after reading. If you feel drawn to them, you might have one of your own. Join our Veterans’ Writing Workshops to start writing at your own pace. Fall 2026 registration opens soon! #VeteranVoices #Storytelling #MilitaryLife #WritingCommunity #ShareYourStory

It was supposed to be a routine patrol. Until someone mentioned explosives in the market. A story about assumptions, context—and how quickly things can escalate. Read Major John Vintar's short story: warstoriessociety.com/exhibit/stor... #WarStories #VeteranVoices #MilitaryLife

As we approach the #Kapyong75 anniversary, we remember the stories behind the battle. #PPCLI veteran Hub Gray shared his experiences in Beyond the Danger Close: The Korean Experience Revealed. One lives on in our exhibit: Introduction to a War Zone. #VeteranVoices #WarStories

✍️ #WritingTip: Focus on what you usually skip. It’s not just the event, but your thoughts before & after. The hesitation & confusion often hold the real story. Maybe you'll join us in the Veterans' Writing Workshops this Fall? Registration opens soon. #VeteransVoices #CAF #LifeAfterService

After a long winter, the light feels different—outside & within. Small shifts of energy and clarity can be overlooked. Writing helps shape these changes, revealing stories of transformation. It’s not just about what happened; it’s about noticing #NewBeginnings. #LifeAfterService #WritingCommunity

This weekend, many will gather with loved ones, sharing stories—some familiar, some new. For #veterans, these tales can hold deeper meaning. We believe in the power of #storytelling to connect and heal. Embrace those moments. #CAF #LifeAfterService #FamilyStories #SharedExperiences

Remembering the Battle of Kapyong—75 years on. Stories of courage, sacrifice, and those who held the line. Join this evening of remembrance: themilitarymuseums.ca/events/battl... #Kapyong75 #KoreanWar #WarStories #CanadianVeterans

Not all powerful stories come from the battlefield. But all powerful stories shape how we understand people. This #WomensHistoryMonth, GBH shares 10 women authors worth reading: www.wgbh.org/foundation/h... Reading widely makes us better listeners. #StorytellingMatters #NextRead

Meet the Facilitator: Randy Evans CAF Reservist since 1973 with The Canadian Scottish Regiment (Princess Mary’s), with tours in Egypt, Syria & Afghanistan. Now guiding veterans in our Victoria Writing Group—helping bring their stories to life. #VeteranVoices #CAF #WarStories

🌟 When writing, start with a single moment, not your whole story. Focus on sensory details: a sound, smell, or visual cue, like the sound of buckles clicking together on your kit. Powerful stories can grow from one scene. #WritingTip #VeteranVoices #MilitaryStories #WarStories

Every regiment has its traditions, shaped by history & heritage. On #StPatricksDay, many in the #CAF celebrate with fresh shamrocks, a tradition passed down through generations. These moments remind us of the camaraderie and stories that define #MilitaryLife. #MilitaryTraditions

Many early accounts of #MilitaryLife by Canadian women were personal letters & diary entries. These reflections now enrich Canada’s #MilitaryHistory. Powerful narratives often start with a simple act of writing. #WomenWhoServe #WomenInTheCAF #VeteranVoices #IWD2026

At War Stories Society, we celebrate the incredible contributions of #WomenInTheCAF! 🇨🇦 From WWI to today, their journey is inspiring. Dive into the milestones that shaped women’s roles in the #CanadianMilitary. bit.ly/3PcwskY #IWD2026 #WomenWhoServe #MilitaryHistory #CAF

In Peacekeeper’s Daughter, Tanya Bellehumeur-Allatt reflects on growing up in the Middle East while her father served with a #UnitedNations #Peacekeeping mission. Read her article from PK75 Anthology: pk75.ca/en/pk75-anth... #IWD #MilitaryFamilies

#CanadianVeteran Lee Towndrow, founder of The Veteran Farmers Movement reflects something many veterans discover over time: telling their stories doesn’t just preserve history, it helps others understand the realities of service. #VeteranVoices #CAF #MilitaryStories #WarStories

John Appleby, a participant in War Stories Society’s Veterans’ Writing Workshop, is the author of Night Runners of the Winter Seas — a gripping novel shaped by resilience and lived experience. Amazon: bit.ly/3MTzUQG #VeteranAuthor #VeteranVoices #WarStoriesSociety #CAF

John, Judy, Jeff & facilitator Randy gather for the Veterans’ Writing Workshop (#VictoriaBC) each month to write, reflect, and support one another. Different branches. Different eras. Shared commitment to telling their stories. #VeteranVoices #EveryStoryMatters #CAF #WritingCommunity

Before: A routine call from Afghanistan. After: A knock at the door. Three officers in uniform. A family’s life forever changed. 🔗 Read Michael Hornburg's powerful short story: bit.ly/3O6U9KY #MilitaryFamilies #FamiliesWhoServe #BehindTheUniform #ServiceAndSacrifice

Service is never carried by one person alone. Today, we honour the families of those who serve and have served—because service is, and always has been, a family affair. #FamilyDay #MilitaryFamilies #FamiliesWhoServe #BehindTheUniform #ServiceAndSacrifice #MilitaryLife

Writing is not only something done after war. Sometimes, words are how people survive it. Rev. William A. White, chaplain to #No2ConstructionBattalion, used his words to uplift Black Canadian soldiers with sermons that inspired dignity and purpose. #CanadianMilitaryHistory #WordsMatter

🇨🇦 July 1920, No. 2 Construction Battalion was honoured at Queen’s Park for their service in WWI. Their contributions were vital to Canada's war effort & commemorated by a plaque that remains today. #BlackHistoryMonth #No2ConstructionBattalion #CanadianMilitaryHistory #HonouringService

When veterans and military families write, they shape their own stories, resisting the urge to be overwritten. It's not about closure; it's about claiming their narrative. #WarStoriesSociety #StorytellingMatters #ClaimTheNarrative #LivedExperience #WordsMatter #ToniMorrison

Local historian #ShellyMcElroy shares the story of Calgarian pilot William “Bill” McKnight, lost in the #BattleOfBritain. Reflect on his legacy and the human cost of war. 🎟 Details: tinyurl.com/wmcknight #WilliamMcKnight #CalgaryHero #YYCEvents #StorytellingMatters

At just 20, Sgt. #LeonBass was one of the first to enter #Buchenwald Concentration Camp. He witnessed unimaginable suffering that he carried with him forever. #Liberation brought a heavy responsibility: to remember and bear witness. #HolocaustRemembrance #VeteranPerspectives #WeRemember

#January27: Anniversary of the #liberation of #Auschwitz-Birkenau. Several liberating soldiers later said the hardest part was returning home to a world that could not imagine, nor fully believe, what they had seen. Today, #WeRemember those who were killed, and those who lived with what they saw.

When writing about your experiences, start with something tangible—an object, a place, or a routine. This invites readers in without the need for explanation. Meaning can emerge later. #WritingTip #VeteranWriting #Storytelling #WritingPractice #VeteranVoices #StoriesThatMatter

#ReservistLife Balancing civilian life and military tradition is a challenge. Marc Blanchard shares a pivotal moment: his first shave, a small act with big implications on identity and authority. Video: bit.ly/4aSFLPU [9min] #AMileInTheirBoots #BeyondTheUniform #CAF

Code-switching isn’t just about language; for many reservists, it’s about navigating two worlds—one of structure and authority, the other of autonomy. It’s a learned skill, often invisible to outsiders. #ReservistLife #MilitaryStories #LifeBetweenWorlds #BeyondTheUniform #CAF

A bin of Tootsie Rolls by the printer shows that even in war, small comforts exist. "Hajji Don’t Surf" captures the humour and humanity at Camp Blackhorse. Read the story: warstoriessociety.com/exhibit/stor... #WarInPieces #LifeOnDeployment #StoriesFromService #BehindTheUniform

A new year is here! 🎉 Let’s carry forward the stories we've heard and the voices we've been trusted with. Here’s to listening, sharing, and making space for each other in 2026. #EveryStoryMatters #VeteransVoices #StoriesThatConnectUs #NewYear2026

As the year ends, we're reflecting on the connections built through stories. Thanks to our veterans for sharing their experiences and to all supporters who believe their voices matter. #EveryStoryMatters #WarStoriesSociety #VeteransVoices #StoriesThatConnectUs #SeasonOfReflection

Today, we’re thinking of those who are far from home — serving, remembering, or living through conflict. May moments of peace, kindness, and connection find you wherever you are. #WarStoriesSociety #EveryStoryMatters #VeteransVoices #SeasonOfReflection

In 1916, Canadian soldiers crafted makeshift “trees” from scraps—a symbol of hope in dark times. Today, these gestures remind us that light can thrive even in hardship. Let’s cherish shared memories and continue to create spaces for hope. #EveryStoryMatters #SeasonOfReflection

In #Somalia, Vince Fowler received a simple poem from a boy. No politics, just humanity. This season, let’s remember both those serving, & civilians affected by conflict. 🎥 Watch Vince's 2 min poem: warstoriessociety.com/exhibit/stor... #StoriesThatConnectUs #SeasonOfReflection #CanadianVeterans

When we think of veterans, we often picture the elderly. But today’s veterans can be in their 30s & 40s, navigating life, families, and careers. Their diverse stories deserve to be heard! #MythBusting #ModernVeterans #VeteransVoices #EveryStoryMatters #StoriesThatConnectUs