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Calgary Area Blacksmithing Event

The application period for Soldier On members wishing to participate in the Calgary Blacksmithing Event on 8 or 9 Oct 25 is now open. The application deadline is 28 Sept 25.

AIM AND SCOPE OF EVENT: 
Soldier On in collaboration with a veteran owned/operated company (Forge Co) will host a one day introductory level artisan blacksmithing event.  During this event you will forge your own BBQ utensils under the guidance of an experienced artisan blacksmith.   

The number of Soldier On participants is limited to 20 (10 participants per day).   If selected you will be given the option to choose one day or the other.  

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA: 
Any serving member or veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) from the Calgary/Red Deer geographical area who acquired a permanent physical or mental health illness or injury while enrolled as a member of the CAF; whether attributable or not to service.

Selected Serving members will require the approval of their Chain of Command to participate. 

DRAFT SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

08 Oct 25 

1355hrs: Arrival at Canadian Veterans Services Society* (Caroline, AB) 
1400hrs: Class begins
1700hrs: Project finished
1730hrs: Supper at the retreat

Optional.  The entire retreat reserved for Soldier On. Should you wish to, you are welcome to stay the night in your own cabin at no cost or return back to your residence.   Night activities (weather dependent) include a camp fire, games and leisurely activities.  

09 Oct 25

1355hrs: Arrival at Canadian Veterans Services Society (Caroline, AB) 
1400hrs: Class begins
1700hrs: Project finished
1730hrs: Supper at the retreat

Optional.  The entire retreat reserved for Soldier On. Should you wish to, you are welcome to stay the night in your own cabin at no cost or return back to your residence.   Night activities (weather dependent) include a camp fire, games and leisurely activities.  

* Canadian Veterans Services Society | CVSS Clearwater Retreat: https://cavss.ca/cvss-clearwater-retreat 

TRANSPORTATION & MEALS:
Participants are advised that transportation will not be provided by Soldier On for this event. Participants will be required to arrange their own travel to and from the event location. 

Mental & Physical Requirements:
Applicants must be able to tolerate 5 hours of light/moderate paced activities for 5 hours in a row. Due to the busy activity schedule, applicants must have a limited requirement for rest throughout the day. To safely and enjoyably participate in this workshop, participants should have basic hand-eye coordination, the ability to follow instructions, and enough physical dexterity to handle tools and metal pieces. Adaptations can be made to accommodate specific needs. 
  
Participants will be joined with other ill/injured members and civilians and therefore should be able to function in a respectful social environment. Participants also acknowledge that there is no alcohol consumption allowed during the conduct of this event.
 
ALL MEMBERS
Deadline for Nomination Forms

Must be received by Soldier On NLT 28 Sept 2025
Click on the Application Form link to express your interest.

SERVING MEMBERS ONLY
In order to be considered for selection, all serving members must also complete and submit a chain of command authorization form by the application deadline.

Authorization Form 

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