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As BC Legion Week wraps up, the BC government is announcing an expansion to the veteran's licence plate program to include currently serving Canadian Forces members.

From June 24 to 30, BC Legion Week showcases the work and contributions of the BC/Yukon Legion. As part of the government's recognition of the dedication and commitment of those who serve their country, commemorative veteran's licence plates will now be available to current members of the Canadian Forces who hold a trade qualification.

This expands the existing veteran's licence plate program that began on June 6, 2004, proclaimed Juno Beach Day. The British Columbia Veterans Commemorative Association worked closely with government at the time and has been instrumental in working to achieve this expansion of the program.

The specially designed plates, which feature a powder blue background and a red poppy, are currently available to veterans who served during war time or in a postwar capacity as well as veterans who served during a NATO or UN operation, including members of the RCMP and Municipal Police.

Starting September 1, 2012, currently serving members of the Canadian Forces - both regular and reserve - can apply for plates under the expanded program by submitting an application form, supported by proof of service and a one-time $5 administrative fee. Once confirmed, veterans can order their plates through Autoplan brokers.

"By expanding the veterans licence plate program to men and women in BC currently serving in the Canadian Forces, we are expressing our thanks as a province for their contribution to our country.

"We have worked very closely with a number of veterans' organizations who support expanding veteran plate eligibility as a demonstration of the gratitude British Columbians have for their service to our country. I look forward to eligible members ordering their plates and displaying them proudly on their vehicles." says Shirley Bond, Minister of Justice and Attorney General.

"On behalf of the Regular and Reserve sailors, soldiers, airmen, and airwomen who are serving in BC, I'd like to thank the provincial government and the veteran groups for extending this program to our ranks. Whether representing Canada during international peacekeeping, security, and combat operations abroad, or assisting civil authorities during domestic operations here at home, our members are proud to serve their country and community." says Colonel Rob Roy MacKenzie, Commander, 39 Canadian Brigade Group.

Since the veteran's licence plate program began, over 39,000 veterans living in BC have received a specialty plate. The expanded veteran's licence plate program brings BC in line with other provinces that offer veteran's licence plates to active Canadian Forces members. Commemorative veteran's licence plates in BC have a powder blue background and a red poppy, an internationally recognized symbol of remembrance of those who died in the line of duty.

For more information visit: http://www.icbc.com/

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