Credit: Canadian Space Agency
LONGUEUIL, Que. (CSA PR) It’s an understatement to say that 2020 was an exceptional year. As the year draws to a close, here’s a look at some of the most compelling, inspirational and incredible moments for Canada in space. Happy New Year!
Graduation day for Canadian Space Agency astronauts Jenni Sidey-Gibbons and Joshua Kutryk
A new class of astronauts will graduate basic training on Jan. 10, 2020. They will join the active astronaut corps, beginning careers in exploration that may take them to the International Space Station, on missions to the Moon under the Artemis program, or someday, Mars. The 2017 class includes (top row) Matthew Dominick of NASA, Kayla Barron of NASA, Warren Hoburg of NASA, and Joshua Kutryk of CSA, (middle row) Bob Hines of NASA, Frank Rubio of NASA, Jennifer Sidey-Gibbons of CSA, Jasmin Moghbeli of NASA, and Jessica Watkins of NASA, (bottom row) Raja Chari of NASA, Jonny Kim of NASA, Zena Cardman of NASA, and Loral O
“How do I collect my Social Security while living abroad?” is one of the most frequently-asked question we receive here at Live and Invest Overseas
The good news is, dear reader, as a U.S. or Canadian citizen, you are still entitled to your Social Security and can receive it while living abroad, almost anywhere in the world.
We’ll be reviewing how to get your Social Security as a U.S. or as a Canadian citizen living overseas.
How To Receive My U.S Pension Abroad
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As a U.S. expat, you may continue to receive your retirement fund as long as you are eligible and have residency in a country in which you’re able to receive your pension.
“The notice from our national headquarters was totally unexpected,” said veteran and Legion president Joe Mewett.
“Yes, we did apply for funding to help offset some of our costs incurred during our COVID closure, but figured there were branches in more dire need.
“We were closed for approximately eight months, and, like most businesses, we still had expenses that had to be paid.”
On top of that, Mewett added, the Legion must support veterans, families and the community, which he called never-ending.
“Without our lounge and activities revenue, reserve funding can disappear quickly,” he said.
“These funds are a welcome relief, and will enable us carry on support to veterans and those in need.”
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A cheque for $1,000 towards supporting the Legion and it sprograms
The presentation was made to Espanola Royal Canadian Legion President Branch #39 President Gary McPherson by Canadian Tire’s Sharon Goudreau.
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The Espanola Royal Canadian Legion Branch #39 has received local and national funding to help support veterans and maintain the branch.
Legion President Gary McPherson accepted a $1,000 cheque from Canadian Tire’s Sharon Goudreau.
The branch also received just over $10,000 in financial aid as part of a federal program.
McPherson says the support on both levels is much needed and much appreciated by veterans and Legion members.
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Canada s new veterans ombudsman Nishika Jardine, shown in a handout photo, says she personally experienced the controversial backlog that has seen thousands of injured ex-soldiers wait months and years to find out if they qualify for federal support. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO-Government of Canada MANDATORY CREDIT December 22, 2020 - 12:01 PM
OTTAWA - Canadaâs new veterans ombudsman says she has endured the same long and frustrating wait as tens of thousands of other former military members after applying for support and benefits for her service-related injuries.
Retired Canadian Army colonel Nishika Jardine, who took over as ombudsman last month, says she waited more than a year to find out whether her application for disability benefits had been approved by Veterans Affairs Canada.