Roland’s Story At age 32 while serving with the Canadian Navy in the Persian Gulf, Rollie made the conscious decision that he would make music his livelihood. Eight years of honing guitar skills and a cathartic approach to developing his songwriting eventually led him to his first humble venture onto a stage – an hour-long […]Continue readingRoland Barrett – I’d Be the One
The Once’s Story The Once – named for a distinct Newfoundland phrase that means “imminently” – is a Newfoundland folk trio known for their succinct, three-part harmonies, and their compelling mix of traditional and original material. The idea for the group was hatched in 2006 when Geraldine Hollett, Phil Churchill, and Andrew Dale met at […]Continue readingThe Once – I Built a Wall
Tom’s Story Tom received his first guitar when he was nine years old which lead to a lifetime love affair with the instrument and music. Retired in 2014 after 29 years of service in the CAF, Tom connected with the founder of Project Alive with a view to helping other veterans who had an interest […]Continue readingTom Barrett – Changes Made
Shawn’s Story Shawn was born in Halifax and raised in Pictou, Nova Scotia until he joined the Armed Forces in 1979. He had been playing music for six years before he joined the military. He was sent to Borden, Ontario for Medical Assistant Training, then posted to CFB Petawawa. While in Petawawa he played music […]Continue readingShawn Wilkie – If I Should Fall
Ricky’s Story Ricky served 12 years in the military but unfortunately was not able to finish his career in green as he was hurt in a vehicle accident was unfit for duty but he finished his career as a civilian with DND and got to see first-hand the damages of war on our soldiers and […]Continue readingRicky Arsenault – Troubled Mind of a Damaged Man
Maureen’s Story “The Wall” was inspired by the individuals who have shared Maureen’s journey to wellness, these brave men and women brought her to the realization that she was not alone. As Helen Keller wrote “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” In 2013, Maureen had a psychotic break, at […]Continue readingMaureen Dennis – The Wall
Judy’s Story Judy served 34.5 years in the RCA as an AVN Tech. 3B Release May 2016 from Trenton, Ontario. Judy says she has no musical talent, but a great appreciation for it. She’s always dabbled in writing short stories and poems. With respect to music, throughout the years she found herself listening more to […]Continue readingJudy Sparkes – The Fight Within
Jocelyn’s Story Jocelyn started writing at the end of his Navy career with the first write-up “Regard vers le Nord”. Being away from loved ones creates a stress of uncertainty and longing. “It’s a feeling that I experienced on lengthy deployments. Half the time being in the dark, the other half being relieved after having […]Continue readingJocelyn Grégoire – Regarde Vers le Nord
Jason’s Story Jason is a retired Master Corporal with the Canadian Military. He served 16 years and three tours of duty in Bosnia, Kosovo and Afghanistan. He represented all three elements: Navy, Air Force, and Army. He is now a proud and distinguished Veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces and it is an Honour! Jason […]Continue readingJason Cull – When We Were Soldiers
Jason’s Story Jason is a retired Master Corporal with the Canadian Military. He served 16 years and three tours of duty in Bosnia, Kosovo and Afghanistan. He represented all three elements: Navy, Air Force, and Army. He is now a proud and distinguished Veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces and it is an Honour! Jason […]Continue readingJason Cull – Ain’t No Picnic