Updated: August 31, 2023 @ 3:00 p.m.
On behalf of Royal Canadian Legion Bayview Branch 22
The three (3) parks benches have been installed at the Veterans Peace Park in honour of three (3) Veterans.
Corporal Kieth Sean Jacquard;
Sergeant Darren Andrew Pollock; and
Allan Robertson Thompson.
See below for details.
Published: July 29, 2023 @ 12:00 noon
On behalf of Royal Canadian Legion Bayview Branch 22
The Grand Bay-Westfield Veterans Peace Park Revitalization Project remains underway
On Saturday, July 29, 2023, Royal Canadian Legion Bayview Branch 22 unveiled three (3) park benches which will be placed at the Veterans Peace Park in honour of three (3) Veterans:
Corporal Kieth Sean Jacquard;
Sergeant Darren Andrew Pollock; and
Allan Robertson Thompson.
Family members of the Veterans were in attendance to place memorial plaques on the benches.
Also in attendance were MP John Williamson, MLA Bill Oliver, Members of Town of Grand Bay-Westfield Council, representatives of various businesses and organizations who have contributed to the Veterans Peace Park.
The Legion also unveiled signage in recognition of those who have contributed to the Veterans Peace Park. This signage will be placed at the Veterans Peace Park, Royal Canadian Legion Bayview Branch 22, and at the Town Office.
The Veterans Peace Park Revitalization Project has been made possible with contributions from:
Veterans Affairs Canada
Government of New Brunswick
Town of Grand Bay-Westfield
Crane Mountain Enhancement Inc.
Dizzy Grape Home Brewing Center
DW Carving Studio (Veteran Gary Crosby carved the entrance gate and benches)
Grand Bay Home Hardware
Grand Bay Pizza Delight
Human Performance Centre
Keel Construction Ltd.
Kiwanis of Western Kings / Oak Point Campground
NedaLift Boom Truck Services
Rising Tides Healing Centre
River Valley Lions Club
Royal Canadian Legion Bayview Branch 22
Scholten’s Grand Bay
Scotiabank
The Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy Grand Bay-Westfield
The Saint John Region Chamber of Commerce
Veterans Peace Park Committee
“Royal Canadian Legion Bayview Branch 22 and the Veterans Peace Park Committee extend appreciation to everyone who has contributed to the Veterans Peace Park Revitalization Project. The Legion remains committed to the vision of the Veterans Peace Park – to create an atmosphere of peace and reflection, for the community of Grand Bay-Westfield and visitors, year-round.” – Cory Ryan, Royal Canadian Legion Bayview Branch 22 Vice President.
Revitalization of the Grand Bay-Westfield Veterans Peace Park remains underway
Over the last week, the peace symbol for the Peace Plaza was completed, and the Peace Walk was engraved with the words Honour, Respect and Peace in English and French.
Next Steps
Next steps of the Revitalization Project include installation of the benches in honour of Veterans, a retaining wall, and monuments.
The Legion wishes to remind everyone that the Veterans Peace Park remains an active construction site.
Additional Information
To learn more about the Veterans Peace Park, including the Revitalization Project status, details, and renderings, visit https://grandbaywestfield.ca/veterans-peace-park/
The Veterans Peace Park is located across from the Canada Post Office at the intersection of Woolastook Drive and River Valley Drive.
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