{"product_id":"special-service-force","title":"SSF - Special Service Force","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDESERVING TO BE RECOGNIZED\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte rich-text__text--medium\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach stunning Special Service Force Badge Plate individually produced by Bonnie of Glass Treasures by Bonnie Saunders will certainly be cherished for generations to come.  As a thoughtful gift, they are an excellent method to commemorate a variety of occasions for one's loyalty and dedication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• a retirement or transfer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• gifts for dignitaries\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• special awards\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• company promotions \u0026amp; recognitions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• a gift for a family member \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• an anniversary or birthday\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• a personal memento\/keepsake\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Change of Command\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Depart With Dignity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• return from duty\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• paying tribute to a veteran\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePROUDLY PRODUCED IN CANADA!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach\u003cspan\u003e Special Service Force \u003c\/span\u003eBadge Plate begins as a clear glass plate which becomes transformed into an exceptional, high quality keepsake. With many complex steps from start to finish, the creation process poses a high degree of difficulty. The delicate procedures result in the brilliantly rich crackle which receives and illuminates light and provides a unique element of depth to each piece. These remarkable heirlooms are rendered individually by Bonnie, with all processes administered on the backside of the glass.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach 8\" plate is framed in a black, 11\" open faced solid wood shadow box lined with red ultra suede. Two custom engraved black plaques which sit on the frame add a personalized touch to these mementos, which can be either wall mounted or displayed on a stand.  \u003cspan\u003eIncluded is a bilingual Certificate of Authenticity that is signed by Bonnie Saunders and applied to the backside of the frame. \u003c\/span\u003e This certificate contains a brief description of the mission of the proud members who wear the badge or crest that is featured on the front of the plate.  This is a great added feature for future generations to appreciate. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFOR THE PERSONALIZED ENGRAVED PLAQUES THAT SIT ON THE FRAME:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBonnie recommends highlighting the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003erank\/regimental number and name of the recipient on the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e smaller plaque.  \u003c\/span\u003eThe second, larger engraved plaque provides an opportunity to include 3 additional sentences to better commemorate an occasion or words of choice.  This is very important, as it will pass on historical details for future generations.  Th\u003c\/span\u003eere is a 60 character maximum for each sentence. Bonnie is happy to help you so the wording is perfect for the occasion.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" height=\"138\" width=\"72\" alt=\"Support Our Troops Fund\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0045\/6608\/9831\/files\/suporrtourtroopslogo_large.jpg?v=1554181147\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlass Treasures by Bonnie Saunders provides official products under license from Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada, the Department of Defence and the Canadian Forces.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen you purchase a Canadian Forces Badge Plate, not only are you investing in a very unique heirloom, you are also supporting the many men and women who serve to protect us.  A portion of each sale will be contributed towards the Support Our Troops Fund.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBe sure to have your camera ready! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe proud recipients will be pleased beyond measure! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0045\/6608\/9831\/files\/2CDO_Margeurite_SSF_Bill_Aitkin_Feb_2015-best_480x480.jpg?v=1646617024\" alt=\"Special Service Force, PPCLI Marguarite, 2 Commando\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eFeb 10, 2015⁠\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\"Hi Bonnie, I have finally taken that picture that you asked for and here it is. I love all of my plates! You do some amazing work that honours all veterans in so many different elements, units, and trades. Thank you once again and keep up the great work.\"⁠\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eSincerely,⁠\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eBill Aitken⁠\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"Royal Canadian Regiment\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0045\/6608\/9831\/files\/Royal-Canadian-Regiment-Patrick-Malone-collection_480x480.jpg?v=1646607316\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0045\/6608\/9831\/files\/Royal-Canadian-Regiment-Patrick-Malone-collection_480x480.jpg?v=1646607316\" data-mce-style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eMarch 6, 2022\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e“When I first saw Bonnie's plate being advertised, I ordered one. After I received it, I was so impressed with quality of her work, I ordered several more and each one turned out perfectly.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eI am proud to display them prominently in recognition of my military career.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eThank you, Bonnie!”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003ePatrick Malone\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0045\/6608\/9831\/files\/Special-Service-Force-Military-Police-Branch-Canadian-Military-Engineer-Canadian-Airborne-Regiment-Jean-Pierre-Forest-best_480x480.jpg?v=1646619386\" alt=\"Special Service Force, Military Police Branch, Canadian Military Engineer, Canadian Airborne Regiment\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0045\/6608\/9831\/files\/Special-Service-Force-Military-Police-Branch-Canadian-Military-Engineer-Canadian-Airborne-Regiment-Jean-Pierre-Forest-best_480x480.jpg?v=1646619386\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eJuly 11, 2019\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e“Hi Bonnie, I Love the plates! They cover my Military career Top to Bottom!”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eJean-Pierre Forest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0045\/6608\/9831\/files\/Charles_Jansen_large.jpg?v=1555102810\" alt=\"Personalized to honour one's loyal and dedicated service!\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0045\/6608\/9831\/files\/Charles_Jansen_large.jpg?v=1555102810\" data-mce-style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eMarch 8, 2019\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\"Bonnie, thanks for the fantastic plates! After 40 years of service in the Canadian Armed Forces I retired on 13 February 2019 and was formally presented with these in honour of my service. Col Nishika Jardine, an old friend and fellow member of RCEME, presented the Corps plate, and LCol Gabriel Dore, Commanding Officer RCSU (Central), presented the CIL plate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eThe senior staff of RCEME were highly impressed with the corps plate and are interested in looking to make this part of their routine retirement presentations. If you are interested I'll pass on your contact information to them.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eLieutenant-Colonel (Ret'd) Charles Jansen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"p1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e~ ~ ~\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSAMPLE OF ENGRAVED PLAQUES TO PERSONALIZE IT:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0045\/6608\/9831\/files\/example_plaque_Best_large.jpg?v=1556139299\" alt=\"Personalized Engraving Gaza Strip\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0045\/6608\/9831\/files\/example_plaque_Best_large.jpg?v=1556139299\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e**Testimonials and photos are \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ealways\u003c\/em\u003e welcome\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003eand Bonnie is grateful AND delighted to share them!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003eTo submit yours, please email Bonnie at bonnie@glasstreasures.com. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"p1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Glass Treasures By Bonnie Saunders","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":19653834735719,"sku":"","price":195.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0045\/6608\/9831\/products\/Special_Service_Force.jpg?v=1549799913","url":"https:\/\/glasstreasures.com\/fr\/products\/special-service-force","provider":"Glass Treasures By Bonnie Saunders","version":"1.0","type":"link"}