
About the Vancouver Military Dinner
Since 2014, the Vancouver Military Dinner has been delivering unique, elegant experiences, bringing military and civilian Canadians closer together and raising awareness of the issues and people that are fundamental to the defence of Canada.
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Learn more about the story, people, and home of the event here!
Our Story

In 2014, Canadian Armed Forces reservist Mark Adams and businessman Scott Martin invited a small group of military members and Vancouver professionals to dinner. Their goal: To encourage awareness of those who wear Canada's uniform by giving their civilian colleagues an inside look at customs and traditions that most outside of the Forces never experience.
The resulting evening was as educational as it was enjoyable. The Vancouver Military Dinner was born.
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In the years since, the dinner has become one of the city's most unique military-themed events. Every spring, sailors, soldiers, aviators, veterans, and local professionals descend on the historic Vancouver Club for delicious food, riveting stories, and camaraderie that endures far beyond the evening's end.
Each dinner sees a new keynote speaker invited from the senior ranks of the Royal Canadian Navy, Canadian Army, or Royal Canadian Air Force, allowing our guests to meet and hear from distinguished leaders at the very heart of our military.
In addition to bringing Canadians and Canadian Armed Forces personnel together, the Vancouver Military Dinner also raises money for charities that support military members and veterans through silent auctions, donations of proceeds, and the incredible generosity of attendees. To date, our guests and sponsors have contributed nearly $250,000 to these organizations, contributing significantly to the wellbeing of those who serve or have served.

Featured Charities & Organizations
The following organizations - all dedicated to supporting the wellbeing of Canada's military personnel and veterans - have been featured at previous Vancouver Military Dinners. While we generally select a new organization to feature each year, those from past dinners remain an important part of our fabric, and retain our support and appreciation.

Veterans Transition Network
2025
The Veterans Transition Network supports veterans and RCMP members as they adjust to civilian life. It offers nation-wide, free, group-based counselling programs combining clinical therapy with peer support that address PTSD, mental health, and communication skills. VTN is based in Vancouver and supported by Veterans Affairs Canada.​
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Invictus Games
Vancouver Whistler 2025
2024
The Invictus Games use the power of sport to inspire recovery, support rehabilitation, and generate a wider understanding and respect for those who serve their country. More than 500 ill and injured military personnel and veterans come together in the spirit of friendship, camaraderie, and competition, leading to a thrilling, heartwarming, and world-class sporting event.
Rainbow Veterans of Canada
2023
RVC is a federally-recognized non-profit organization dedicated to ensuring that veterans affected by the LGBT Purge and those who identify as LGBTQ2+ are given the recognition, respect, and support they justly deserve for their service to Canada.
RVC also promotes education, awareness, and respect for the lived experiences of affected veterans and CAF members.
Soldier On
2022
Soldier On is an official Canadian Armed Forces program which seeks to help veterans and serving military personnel overcome illness and injury through sport and physical activity. Many credit Soldier On with empowering them to re-integrate with local activities and remain active for life.
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Soldier On also manages Canada's Invictus Games team.
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Honour House
2019
Honour House provides a “home away from home” for ill and injured heroes and their families, where they can stay free of charge while receiving medical care in the Vancouver area. Almost all work needed to keep Honour House running is done by volunteers, many of whom have served their country themselves.