War Amps
Local Champ Recognized by Mayor
Emma Coakley, 10, was presented with a certificate by Mayor Don Darling to recognize her involvement with The War Amps and for spreading important messages in the community. Emma, born a right hand amputee, is a member of The War Amps Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program. She is a strong advocate of the PLAYSAFE message and…
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Saint John Champ warns kids about “Mean Machines”
The War Amps float passed on the vital PLAYSAFE/DRIVESAFE message at the recent Natal Day Parade, in Halifax, NS. This year’s theme, “Mean Machines. Spot the danger before you play!” was depicted on the colourful, animated float, which had a special focus on lawn mowers, farm equipment and railway crossings. Emma Coakley, 10, of Saint…
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SAINT JOHN “CHAMP” CELEBRATES 70 YEARS OF WAR AMPS KEY TAGS AT ATLANTIC SEMINAR
Emma Coakley of Saint John has returned from The War Amps 2016 Atlantic Child Amputee (CHAMP) Seminar in Charlottetown marking the 70th anniversary of The War Amps Key Tag Service.
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Saint John “Champ” Benefits from Key Tag Service, Now in its 70th Year
As The War Amps 2016 Key Tags are mailed to New Brunswick residents this week, the service marks 70 years of returning lost keys to their owners. Donations to the Key Tag Service assist members of The War Amps Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program, including Emma Coakley, 10, of Saint John. Emma was born a right…
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