War Stories Society
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We believe in the power of storytelling
On #WorldKindnessDay, remember that even small acts can have a lasting impact. Kindness is not weakness; it’s courage and connection. Let’s celebrate strength through compassion today and every day! 💖
#VeteransVoices #StoriesThatConnectUs #EveryStoryMatters #WarStoriesSociety
#VeteransVoices #StoriesThatConnectUs #EveryStoryMatters #WarStoriesSociety
November 13, 2025 at 1:51 PM
On #WorldKindnessDay, remember that even small acts can have a lasting impact. Kindness is not weakness; it’s courage and connection. Let’s celebrate strength through compassion today and every day! 💖
#VeteransVoices #StoriesThatConnectUs #EveryStoryMatters #WarStoriesSociety
#VeteransVoices #StoriesThatConnectUs #EveryStoryMatters #WarStoriesSociety
This Remembrance Day, we honour all the Veterans who have shared their experiences through our workshops and exhibits — and the people they, in turn, honoured in their stories.
Because every story told keeps another memory alive.
#LestWeForget #RemembranceDay #VeteransVoices #CanadianVeterans
Because every story told keeps another memory alive.
#LestWeForget #RemembranceDay #VeteransVoices #CanadianVeterans
November 11, 2025 at 1:17 PM
This Remembrance Day, we honour all the Veterans who have shared their experiences through our workshops and exhibits — and the people they, in turn, honoured in their stories.
Because every story told keeps another memory alive.
#LestWeForget #RemembranceDay #VeteransVoices #CanadianVeterans
Because every story told keeps another memory alive.
#LestWeForget #RemembranceDay #VeteransVoices #CanadianVeterans
This story by MCpl Paul Daniels (Ret’d) as part of our War: In Pieces exhibit, reminds us remembrance isn’t only about history, it’s about the moments that connect us.
warstoriessociety.com/exhibit/stor...
#LestWeForget #RemembranceDay #VeteransVoices #CanadianVeterans
warstoriessociety.com/exhibit/stor...
#LestWeForget #RemembranceDay #VeteransVoices #CanadianVeterans
November 7, 2025 at 2:52 PM
This story by MCpl Paul Daniels (Ret’d) as part of our War: In Pieces exhibit, reminds us remembrance isn’t only about history, it’s about the moments that connect us.
warstoriessociety.com/exhibit/stor...
#LestWeForget #RemembranceDay #VeteransVoices #CanadianVeterans
warstoriessociety.com/exhibit/stor...
#LestWeForget #RemembranceDay #VeteransVoices #CanadianVeterans
From one mother’s love to thousands of children’s smiles — the Izzy doll tradition lives on.
Read the short story “Woollen Smiles” in our War: In Pieces exhibit. warstoriessociety.com/exhibit/stor...
#IzzyDolls #RemembranceDay #VeteransVoices #CompassionInAction #KnittingKindness
Read the short story “Woollen Smiles” in our War: In Pieces exhibit. warstoriessociety.com/exhibit/stor...
#IzzyDolls #RemembranceDay #VeteransVoices #CompassionInAction #KnittingKindness
November 5, 2025 at 2:14 PM
From one mother’s love to thousands of children’s smiles — the Izzy doll tradition lives on.
Read the short story “Woollen Smiles” in our War: In Pieces exhibit. warstoriessociety.com/exhibit/stor...
#IzzyDolls #RemembranceDay #VeteransVoices #CompassionInAction #KnittingKindness
Read the short story “Woollen Smiles” in our War: In Pieces exhibit. warstoriessociety.com/exhibit/stor...
#IzzyDolls #RemembranceDay #VeteransVoices #CompassionInAction #KnittingKindness
Everyone loves a good story, especially the ones that give you goosebumps! This Halloween, let's celebrate the storytellers who create lasting memories! 🎃📖
#HappyHalloween #ThePowerOfStory #StorytellingMatters #CanadianVeterans
#HappyHalloween #ThePowerOfStory #StorytellingMatters #CanadianVeterans
October 31, 2025 at 1:55 PM
Everyone loves a good story, especially the ones that give you goosebumps! This Halloween, let's celebrate the storytellers who create lasting memories! 🎃📖
#HappyHalloween #ThePowerOfStory #StorytellingMatters #CanadianVeterans
#HappyHalloween #ThePowerOfStory #StorytellingMatters #CanadianVeterans
A U.S. National Library of Medicine study shows #ExpressiveWriting can boost immune function.
Every time you write, you’re enhancing your wellbeing. So, write for your health! ☀️
#StorytellingHeals #VeteranWellbeing #WriteForYourHealth #CanadianVeterans #HealingThroughWriting
Every time you write, you’re enhancing your wellbeing. So, write for your health! ☀️
#StorytellingHeals #VeteranWellbeing #WriteForYourHealth #CanadianVeterans #HealingThroughWriting
October 30, 2025 at 4:40 PM
A U.S. National Library of Medicine study shows #ExpressiveWriting can boost immune function.
Every time you write, you’re enhancing your wellbeing. So, write for your health! ☀️
#StorytellingHeals #VeteranWellbeing #WriteForYourHealth #CanadianVeterans #HealingThroughWriting
Every time you write, you’re enhancing your wellbeing. So, write for your health! ☀️
#StorytellingHeals #VeteranWellbeing #WriteForYourHealth #CanadianVeterans #HealingThroughWriting
🎥 The Power of Stories: they create connections, heal, and remind us we’re not alone. When we listen, we don’t just hear someone’s past—we see their humanity.
#StorytellingMatters #StoriesThatHeal #VeteransVoices #MilitaryStories #ConnectionThroughStories
#StorytellingMatters #StoriesThatHeal #VeteransVoices #MilitaryStories #ConnectionThroughStories
October 21, 2025 at 1:34 PM
🎥 The Power of Stories: they create connections, heal, and remind us we’re not alone. When we listen, we don’t just hear someone’s past—we see their humanity.
#StorytellingMatters #StoriesThatHeal #VeteransVoices #MilitaryStories #ConnectionThroughStories
#StorytellingMatters #StoriesThatHeal #VeteransVoices #MilitaryStories #ConnectionThroughStories
#RyanFlavelle, part of our first #VeteransWritingWorkshop, shares his memoir "The Patrol." It beautifully captures the raw reality of serving in Afghanistan—danger, humanity, and humour. Proud to call him a friend!
#CAF #Afghanistan #ThePatrol #CanadianAuthors #VeteranVoices
#CAF #Afghanistan #ThePatrol #CanadianAuthors #VeteranVoices
October 16, 2025 at 12:15 PM
#RyanFlavelle, part of our first #VeteransWritingWorkshop, shares his memoir "The Patrol." It beautifully captures the raw reality of serving in Afghanistan—danger, humanity, and humour. Proud to call him a friend!
#CAF #Afghanistan #ThePatrol #CanadianAuthors #VeteranVoices
#CAF #Afghanistan #ThePatrol #CanadianAuthors #VeteranVoices
This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for the veterans who share their stories with us. Let’s remember those who can’t be home and honor the service that shapes our peace.
Happy Thanksgiving!
#Thanksgiving #Gratitude #VeteranVoices #StoriesOfService #EveryStoryCounts
Happy Thanksgiving!
#Thanksgiving #Gratitude #VeteranVoices #StoriesOfService #EveryStoryCounts
October 13, 2025 at 12:23 PM
This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for the veterans who share their stories with us. Let’s remember those who can’t be home and honor the service that shapes our peace.
Happy Thanksgiving!
#Thanksgiving #Gratitude #VeteranVoices #StoriesOfService #EveryStoryCounts
Happy Thanksgiving!
#Thanksgiving #Gratitude #VeteranVoices #StoriesOfService #EveryStoryCounts
Ernie Pyle, a dropout of journalism school, became a beloved war correspondent and won a Pulitzer for his WWII reporting. Every veteran's story matters—your starting point doesn't dictate your destination.
#VeteranVoices #StorytellingMatters #ErniePyle #WWII #PulitzerPrize
#VeteranVoices #StorytellingMatters #ErniePyle #WWII #PulitzerPrize
October 10, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Ernie Pyle, a dropout of journalism school, became a beloved war correspondent and won a Pulitzer for his WWII reporting. Every veteran's story matters—your starting point doesn't dictate your destination.
#VeteranVoices #StorytellingMatters #ErniePyle #WWII #PulitzerPrize
#VeteranVoices #StorytellingMatters #ErniePyle #WWII #PulitzerPrize
🇨🇦 To exhibit true honour and valour, be sure to set your dictionary to Canadian English. 🤣
#CanadianEnglish #HonourAndValour #Honour #Valour #CanadianPride #JokeoftheDay
#CanadianEnglish #HonourAndValour #Honour #Valour #CanadianPride #JokeoftheDay
October 7, 2025 at 1:49 PM
🇨🇦 To exhibit true honour and valour, be sure to set your dictionary to Canadian English. 🤣
#CanadianEnglish #HonourAndValour #Honour #Valour #CanadianPride #JokeoftheDay
#CanadianEnglish #HonourAndValour #Honour #Valour #CanadianPride #JokeoftheDay
Melanie & Kent are at the Canadian War Museum Conference 2025 in Ottawa!
Stop by to say "hi," and learn about how storytelling bridges military & civilian communities. We can't wait to meet you! 👋
#WarStoriesSociety #VeteransVoices #OralHistory #CanadianWarMuseum #OttawaEvents
Stop by to say "hi," and learn about how storytelling bridges military & civilian communities. We can't wait to meet you! 👋
#WarStoriesSociety #VeteransVoices #OralHistory #CanadianWarMuseum #OttawaEvents
October 3, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Melanie & Kent are at the Canadian War Museum Conference 2025 in Ottawa!
Stop by to say "hi," and learn about how storytelling bridges military & civilian communities. We can't wait to meet you! 👋
#WarStoriesSociety #VeteransVoices #OralHistory #CanadianWarMuseum #OttawaEvents
Stop by to say "hi," and learn about how storytelling bridges military & civilian communities. We can't wait to meet you! 👋
#WarStoriesSociety #VeteransVoices #OralHistory #CanadianWarMuseum #OttawaEvents
We know taking the leap can feel intimidating, but you don’t have to do it alone.
Take that first step and join us today: warstoriessociety.com/workshop
#VeteransVoices #StorytellingMatters #VeteransWritingWorkshop #YYC #YEG #CanadianVeterans #ShareYourStory #VeteransCommunity
Take that first step and join us today: warstoriessociety.com/workshop
#VeteransVoices #StorytellingMatters #VeteransWritingWorkshop #YYC #YEG #CanadianVeterans #ShareYourStory #VeteransCommunity
October 2, 2025 at 1:33 PM
We know taking the leap can feel intimidating, but you don’t have to do it alone.
Take that first step and join us today: warstoriessociety.com/workshop
#VeteransVoices #StorytellingMatters #VeteransWritingWorkshop #YYC #YEG #CanadianVeterans #ShareYourStory #VeteransCommunity
Take that first step and join us today: warstoriessociety.com/workshop
#VeteransVoices #StorytellingMatters #VeteransWritingWorkshop #YYC #YEG #CanadianVeterans #ShareYourStory #VeteransCommunity
🧡 Storytelling is at the heart of healing, understanding, & reconciliation. At WSS, we believe every voice matters. By listening with compassion, we can learn from the past & walk together toward a better future.
#EveryChildMatters #TruthAndReconciliation #NDTR #OrangeShirtDay
#EveryChildMatters #TruthAndReconciliation #NDTR #OrangeShirtDay
September 30, 2025 at 1:08 PM
🧡 Storytelling is at the heart of healing, understanding, & reconciliation. At WSS, we believe every voice matters. By listening with compassion, we can learn from the past & walk together toward a better future.
#EveryChildMatters #TruthAndReconciliation #NDTR #OrangeShirtDay
#EveryChildMatters #TruthAndReconciliation #NDTR #OrangeShirtDay
Join us for the #YEG #VeteransWritingWorkshop led by Nicole Starker Campbell, an accomplished writer & military spouse. There's still space for the next session! Register here: warstoriessociety.com/workshop
#Veterans #MilitaryCommunity #CanadianVeterans #EdmontonEvents #MilitaryStories #Veterans
#Veterans #MilitaryCommunity #CanadianVeterans #EdmontonEvents #MilitaryStories #Veterans
September 25, 2025 at 1:56 PM
Join us for the #YEG #VeteransWritingWorkshop led by Nicole Starker Campbell, an accomplished writer & military spouse. There's still space for the next session! Register here: warstoriessociety.com/workshop
#Veterans #MilitaryCommunity #CanadianVeterans #EdmontonEvents #MilitaryStories #Veterans
#Veterans #MilitaryCommunity #CanadianVeterans #EdmontonEvents #MilitaryStories #Veterans
Today: Wayne shares his story — told for the first time at a Veterans’ Writing Workshop reading in Calgary.
A powerful act of courage after decades of silence.
🎥 Full video [7:10]: www.youtube.com/watch
#VeteransVoices #MilitaryStories #SurvivorStories #ListenWithRespect
A powerful act of courage after decades of silence.
🎥 Full video [7:10]: www.youtube.com/watch
#VeteransVoices #MilitaryStories #SurvivorStories #ListenWithRespect
Wayne’s Story: Speaking Out After Decades of Silence | Veterans’ Writing Workshop
In this powerful reading from the Veterans’ Writing Workshop at the Calgary Public Library, Wayne shares his story publicly for the first time. It is a deeply personal account of service, trust, betrayal, and the courage to speak out after decades of silence. This story contains sensitive subject matter, including sexual assault. Viewer discretion is advised. The Veterans’ Writing Workshop is a program of the War Stories Society, offering veterans a safe space to explore their experiences through writing and share their stories if and when they choose. 🔗 Learn more about the Veterans’ Writing Workshop: warstoriessociety.com/workshop #VeteransVoices #MilitaryStories #SurvivorStories #WarStoriesSociety #VeteransWritingWorkshop #EndSexualViolence #MilitaryCommunity #ListenWithRespect
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September 23, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Today: Wayne shares his story — told for the first time at a Veterans’ Writing Workshop reading in Calgary.
A powerful act of courage after decades of silence.
🎥 Full video [7:10]: www.youtube.com/watch
#VeteransVoices #MilitaryStories #SurvivorStories #ListenWithRespect
A powerful act of courage after decades of silence.
🎥 Full video [7:10]: www.youtube.com/watch
#VeteransVoices #MilitaryStories #SurvivorStories #ListenWithRespect
Next week: Wayne’s story, told publicly for the first time at a Veterans’ Writing Workshop reading in Calgary.
A powerful choice. An empowering moment.
Watch for video release next week.
#VeteransVoices #MilitaryStories #SurvivorStories #ListenWithRespect
A powerful choice. An empowering moment.
Watch for video release next week.
#VeteransVoices #MilitaryStories #SurvivorStories #ListenWithRespect
September 20, 2025 at 1:32 PM
Next week: Wayne’s story, told publicly for the first time at a Veterans’ Writing Workshop reading in Calgary.
A powerful choice. An empowering moment.
Watch for video release next week.
#VeteransVoices #MilitaryStories #SurvivorStories #ListenWithRespect
A powerful choice. An empowering moment.
Watch for video release next week.
#VeteransVoices #MilitaryStories #SurvivorStories #ListenWithRespect
Last night, we proudly received a $5,000 donation from the Calgary Chapter of CAVUNP! 🙌
Thanks to LCol Rick Wright (Ret’d) for presenting this generous gift, which helps us continue our Veterans’ Writing Workshops and free public events.
#VeteransWriting #CommunitySupport #YYC
Thanks to LCol Rick Wright (Ret’d) for presenting this generous gift, which helps us continue our Veterans’ Writing Workshops and free public events.
#VeteransWriting #CommunitySupport #YYC
September 18, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Last night, we proudly received a $5,000 donation from the Calgary Chapter of CAVUNP! 🙌
Thanks to LCol Rick Wright (Ret’d) for presenting this generous gift, which helps us continue our Veterans’ Writing Workshops and free public events.
#VeteransWriting #CommunitySupport #YYC
Thanks to LCol Rick Wright (Ret’d) for presenting this generous gift, which helps us continue our Veterans’ Writing Workshops and free public events.
#VeteransWriting #CommunitySupport #YYC
Meet Melanie Timmons & Kent Griffiths at the CWM Conference 2025 for a session on transforming veteran experiences into powerful narratives!
Oct 3, 2025 | Ottawa
Details: warmuseum.ca/your-stories...
#VeteransVoices #WarMuseum #VeteransWriting #WarInPieces
Oct 3, 2025 | Ottawa
Details: warmuseum.ca/your-stories...
#VeteransVoices #WarMuseum #VeteransWriting #WarInPieces
September 16, 2025 at 11:33 AM
Meet Melanie Timmons & Kent Griffiths at the CWM Conference 2025 for a session on transforming veteran experiences into powerful narratives!
Oct 3, 2025 | Ottawa
Details: warmuseum.ca/your-stories...
#VeteransVoices #WarMuseum #VeteransWriting #WarInPieces
Oct 3, 2025 | Ottawa
Details: warmuseum.ca/your-stories...
#VeteransVoices #WarMuseum #VeteransWriting #WarInPieces
#KingstonWritersFest: "Soldiers Go to War." Hear Linden MacIntyre & Jack Wang discuss real soldiers’ stories that shaped nations.
Sat, Sept 20 | 1:30-3:00 PM
Kingston Marriott
Details: kingstonwritersfest.ca/soldiers-go-...
#YGK #KingstonEvents #WritersFest #HistoricalFiction #VeteransStories
Sat, Sept 20 | 1:30-3:00 PM
Kingston Marriott
Details: kingstonwritersfest.ca/soldiers-go-...
#YGK #KingstonEvents #WritersFest #HistoricalFiction #VeteransStories
September 13, 2025 at 11:26 AM
#KingstonWritersFest: "Soldiers Go to War." Hear Linden MacIntyre & Jack Wang discuss real soldiers’ stories that shaped nations.
Sat, Sept 20 | 1:30-3:00 PM
Kingston Marriott
Details: kingstonwritersfest.ca/soldiers-go-...
#YGK #KingstonEvents #WritersFest #HistoricalFiction #VeteransStories
Sat, Sept 20 | 1:30-3:00 PM
Kingston Marriott
Details: kingstonwritersfest.ca/soldiers-go-...
#YGK #KingstonEvents #WritersFest #HistoricalFiction #VeteransStories
#Edmonton, it’s your turn! #VeteransWritingWorkshop starts tonight at the VAFB.
Join us 2nd Thursday each month for a safe space to share experiences. Free for Veterans. Registration open a few more hours! warstoriessociety.com/workshop
#CanadianVeterans #YEG #YEGEvents #YEGCommunity #YEGLife
Join us 2nd Thursday each month for a safe space to share experiences. Free for Veterans. Registration open a few more hours! warstoriessociety.com/workshop
#CanadianVeterans #YEG #YEGEvents #YEGCommunity #YEGLife
September 11, 2025 at 1:00 PM
#Edmonton, it’s your turn! #VeteransWritingWorkshop starts tonight at the VAFB.
Join us 2nd Thursday each month for a safe space to share experiences. Free for Veterans. Registration open a few more hours! warstoriessociety.com/workshop
#CanadianVeterans #YEG #YEGEvents #YEGCommunity #YEGLife
Join us 2nd Thursday each month for a safe space to share experiences. Free for Veterans. Registration open a few more hours! warstoriessociety.com/workshop
#CanadianVeterans #YEG #YEGEvents #YEGCommunity #YEGLife
Proud to see Maj Kent Griffiths (Ret'd) honoured with the Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation. Kent is an integral part of WSS as a board member, Workshop participant, and co-facilitator. Always generous with his time, he brings both humour and heart to every gathering.
#CanadaRemembers
#CanadaRemembers
September 10, 2025 at 9:57 PM
Proud to see Maj Kent Griffiths (Ret'd) honoured with the Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation. Kent is an integral part of WSS as a board member, Workshop participant, and co-facilitator. Always generous with his time, he brings both humour and heart to every gathering.
#CanadaRemembers
#CanadaRemembers
The #VeteransWritingWorkshop launch at the Bay Street Armoury (CScotR Museum) is fully registered, and we're excited to start tonight. Watch for highlights of our nine-month journey together!
#CanadianVeterans #MilitaryStories #YYJ #VictoriaBC #VictoriaEvents #VeteransVoices
#CanadianVeterans #MilitaryStories #YYJ #VictoriaBC #VictoriaEvents #VeteransVoices
September 9, 2025 at 2:13 PM
The #VeteransWritingWorkshop launch at the Bay Street Armoury (CScotR Museum) is fully registered, and we're excited to start tonight. Watch for highlights of our nine-month journey together!
#CanadianVeterans #MilitaryStories #YYJ #VictoriaBC #VictoriaEvents #VeteransVoices
#CanadianVeterans #MilitaryStories #YYJ #VictoriaBC #VictoriaEvents #VeteransVoices
🖊️ #Calgary, tonight's the night! Join us for the #VeteransWritingWorkshop @ The Military Museums.
Free for veterans to write, share, and heal through storytelling. Register now: warstoriessociety.com/workshop.
#CanadianVeterans #MilitaryStories #YYC #CalgaryEvents #VeteransVoices
Free for veterans to write, share, and heal through storytelling. Register now: warstoriessociety.com/workshop.
#CanadianVeterans #MilitaryStories #YYC #CalgaryEvents #VeteransVoices
September 4, 2025 at 1:37 PM
🖊️ #Calgary, tonight's the night! Join us for the #VeteransWritingWorkshop @ The Military Museums.
Free for veterans to write, share, and heal through storytelling. Register now: warstoriessociety.com/workshop.
#CanadianVeterans #MilitaryStories #YYC #CalgaryEvents #VeteransVoices
Free for veterans to write, share, and heal through storytelling. Register now: warstoriessociety.com/workshop.
#CanadianVeterans #MilitaryStories #YYC #CalgaryEvents #VeteransVoices
The #VeteransWritingWorkshop launches its first #Kingston group tonight. Full house = strong community support! Veterans unite to share stories, connect, and heal through writing.
#CanadianVeterans #MilitaryStories #YGK #KingstonOntario #KingstonEvents #VeteransVoices #CommunityThroughStories
#CanadianVeterans #MilitaryStories #YGK #KingstonOntario #KingstonEvents #VeteransVoices #CommunityThroughStories
September 3, 2025 at 11:09 AM
The #VeteransWritingWorkshop launches its first #Kingston group tonight. Full house = strong community support! Veterans unite to share stories, connect, and heal through writing.
#CanadianVeterans #MilitaryStories #YGK #KingstonOntario #KingstonEvents #VeteransVoices #CommunityThroughStories
#CanadianVeterans #MilitaryStories #YGK #KingstonOntario #KingstonEvents #VeteransVoices #CommunityThroughStories