TESTIMONIALS

"Bonnie
Saunders is a talented and creative artisan who has crafted a very
fine way to commemorate one's service to Canada. Her work is
first-rate and is of heirloom quality. It would appropriately
mark a wide variety of occasions within the career of anyone within the
Canadian military."
MAJOR-GENERAL
SEMIANIW, OMM, CD
Chief
Military Personnel
“The
beautiful Canadian Forces Badge Plates, crafted by Bonnie Saunders,
make a unique and meaningful commemorative statement for a wide variety
of occasions. We were most pleased to have Bonnie present the
very first CF Badge Plate to General Rick Hillier in Calgary,
on 14 June 2008 at the Military
Families Fund Gala, just prior to his retirement, as a unique momento
of his outstanding service to Canada."
BOB
SMITH
Associate Director General Personnel and Family Support Servicess
Jan
14, 2012
"Hello Bonnie,
Here is a photo of Mike holding his badge plate he received for
Christmas. He knew as soon as he unwrapped the paper what it was, and
his hands began to shake when he oped the box. He was beyond speechless
and moved to tears when he saw the plate with the RCEME Badge. It is
absolutely beautiful! Thank you!"
Tracey
Neil
Edmonton, AB
January
7, 2012
“Hi Bonnie, My daughter Trooper Ashley Lewis was presented
with her badge plate for the British Columbia Regiment(Duke of
Connaught's Own Rifles) at Christmas time. She was absolutely overjoyed
when she saw it and was amazed by the detail and craftsmanship. She was
equally surprised when she read the inscription that was written by
yourself on the certificate of authenticity. Thank you again for all
that you do in your work and supporting our troops and those who
serve.”
Rob
Lewis
Surrey, BC
January
5, 2012
"Hi Bonnie,
We are very impressed with the plate you made for John’s
Christmas gift. He is very happy to have received it and said your work
is excellent. Will be ordering some more in the very near
future. Just keep making them. Thank you so much for what you do for
the Military Families Fund and the enjoyment of the people now serving
and the retired members of our Armed Forces who have received
these lovely plates."
Donna
McCorriston for my husbane, John
McCorriston
Arrowwood, AB
December
31, 2011
"Merry Christmas & Happy New Year. My Husband Loves his plate
as do I. He was just like "WOW" on Christmas morning looking at it. He
has already taken it & put it in his office. He's like "All the
other guys are going to be saying wow where did you get that ".
Thank You sooooo much. You do Beautiful work. Thanks again!"
Renee
Morinville, AB
December
29, 2011
"My 88 year old Father, Christmas Morning with a plate reflecting his
service time in Zweibrucken Germany Feb 1956 to Dec. 1959. Thanks to
Bonnie Saunders who is the artist behind the plates creation and who
received DND's approval to reproduce the 3 Fighter Wing crest. Bonnie
thank you for my father tears of joy!!"
Tom
Newell
Prince George, BC
December 29, 2011
"My Father, Cpl Joe A. Mahar (Ret), is 92 years old. He was born in PEI
and was stationed in Summerside and Namao ALberta . He was an
electrician for the aircraft and served mostly in England and Greenland
under the Ice Cap. His granddaughter is presently posted to Greenwood
Nova Scotia. Thank You Bonnie! The plate turned out beautifully as his
Christmas gift and is greatly appreciated!"
Elizabeth
Mahar
Souris, PEI
December
27, 2011
"Our family just received a Glass Treasure of yours as a memorial gift
for our son Corporal Justin Matthew Stark who recently died tragically
at the age of 22. He was a member of the Argyll and Sutherland
Highlanders of Canada. The plate is absolutely gorgeous! I did include
a photo of it as it is simply gorgeous! Wonderful work!"
Denise
Stark
December
27, 2011
"Heyy!!! Here's a photo for you...I LOVE it!!!! You did such an amazing
job, I can't put it into words how beautiful it is. You and my Melinda
Bowles both stunned me. Thanks!"
Josh
Bowles,
Comox, BC
December
15, 2011
"Hi Bonnie:
When I left the service, the only things I took with me were one
uniform, my cap badge, dog tags, shaving kit and a lot of great
memories. The plates are not only a great memento of my time in the
forces, but they have brought alive all those great memories. The
craftsmanship is superb and a fitting testimonial to anyone who is, or
has, served in the Cdn Forces. Looking forward to receiving the next
plate on my list."
Zoomer
St. Thomas, ON
November
29, 2011
"Hi Bonnie. Here is a photo of Len Sunday with the RCAF Command plate
that I gave to him as a birthday present. It was his birthday
gift and, needless to say, he was totally surprized, shocked and
stunned at the beauty of the plate. He had it on his wall at home
within minutes after arriving home from my place. Thanks again for the
lovely work."
Joseph
Garrie
St. Thomas, ON
November
28, 2011
"Wow....in a word. I received the Dragoon plate I ordered and I could
feel it was made with what felt like an honour and respect for the
badge. Not only do we women and men wear our badges on our uniforms
with pride but we also wear them upon our hearts. I thank you for a
beautiful and meaningful piece of art."
Jude
Yorke
Midland, ON
November
25, 2011
"I want to thank Bonnie for her amazing work on the Canadian Forces
Badge Plate that I ordered for my boyfriend last summer. My boyfriend
was a SigOp in the reserves in Montreal for several years. Last year he
transferred to the Reg Force to work his way up to become an ACOp. When
he got posted, we threw him a going away party. When I came across
Bonnie's website, I knew that this would be the perfect gift to
commemorate his service in Signals. Having the option to personalize
the plate was a wonderful touch. When we gave it to him he was very
surprised and excited to receive such a beautiful gift. Thanks again
Bonnie for your amazing talent! Keep up the amazing work for
our
brave soldiers :)"
Natasha
Groves
Montreal, QC
November
14, 2011
"Hi Bonnie,
Sorry for taking so long to take a pic of the totally awesome plate you
sent me! I am loving it and the memories I have when looking
at it makes me smile everytime. I was with 706 Communication Squadron
in CFB Borden, Ont, in the "bunker". Proudly served as a 212
Teletype Operator, and have many many great memories of the people I
had met while serving. This plate will always be special to me and I
know I will be ordering a couple more to help me in later years
remember my recruit times and cadets. Thank you again Bonnie for the
wonderful job and great plate!"
Troy
Smallwood
Pte. (Retired)
November
6, 2011
"Hi Bonnie.
Well the plate was a HUGE success! All the other divers were jealous
and apparently this might become the new gift for divers when they
retire or get posted! I had several people come up to me - I missed the
actual presentation - and tell me how awesome the plate was!
So thanks again for a beautiful job. Needless to say my
husband is extremely happy.
Kindest regards Bonnie."
Cassandra
Bartle
Victoria, BC
October
11, 2011
"My Dad, MWO Milton Shopiro CD (Retired), "Shopsy" to
his army buddies.....he loved his plate and
would show it to all of the nurses and staff in the nursing home and
any visitors that came by. It
hung beside his bedside until his passing on October 6,
2011....
Thanks Bonnie"
Randi
Santo
Kitchener, ON
October
5, 2011
"Hey Bonnie, I just wanted to send a quick "thank you" for the
beautiful plate - you sent it back in August and I haven't had a chance
to thank you. I ordered one for the Essex and Kent Scottish Regiment
for my boyfriend, Sergeant Kyle Ferguson. I gave it to him for his
birthday and he LOVED it. He was amazed at how good it turned out - he
said the regiments symbol was perfect and exact down to every little
detail. We were both very impressed with it and I love being able to
glance over at it as a reminder of what Kyle and the rest of the
Canadian Forces do for our country. Thank you for your time and
dedication at what you do."
Kim
Kovosi
Windsor, ON
September
20, 2011
"Hi Bonnie,
It is absolutely fringing gorgeous! The Canadian Armed Forces
will always be very close to my heart. Even though
I have retired from the Military in 1997, this plate means a lot and
bring back some very good memories of times gone by and dear
friendships with exceptional people. Wow, that's going to
look fabulous in my office. Thank you, looking
forward to getting a couple more in the near future. A very
special thank you for signing and the # 1 on the back of the
frame. Have a great day."
Michael
Allard
Vaughan, ON
August
30, 2011
"Oh my husband loves it! He opened it as soon as we got the
package. Haha. He was thrilled to get such a personalized gift, it's a
perfect piece to remind him of his time spent as a Strathcona and of
all of the friends he made in that unit. He loves the details in the
plate and tells/shows it to everyone. Thank-you so much for it! I look
forward to getting another one once he gets his new training done and
is part of a specific unit again. Thank you again!"
Gwen
Wallace
St. Albert, AB
July
22, 2011
"Hey Bonnie,
My dad received the box today, and I made him open it...lol! I couldn't
wait until the 26th for his reaction. He absolutely loved it, him and
my mom both did, it means even more to since he is releasing on Sept.
30th. Thanks so much Bonnie, what a perfect gift, my step-grandpa's
birthday is in August so I'm going to order him a Fort Garry Horse
plate. But I will get back to you with the date for that one, again
thanks so much!!!
Regards,"
Corrine
Chase
Ontario
June
22, 2011
"Hi Bonnie,
We here at # 2528 RCAC, XII Manitoba Dragoons wanted you to know how
proud we were to present your plate to retiring staff member 2Lt Craig
Russell. After 30 + years of service to the crown; first as
an Army Cadet, then as a member of the CIC, what a beautiful fitting
tribute to his years of service.
On behalf of our Corps, thank you!"
Capt Kevin Tutthill, CD
Elkhorn, MB
Photo
courtesy of Ed James, Elkhorn, MB
June
21, 2011 (information
just acquired)
Major Linda
Hildebrandt, Commanding Officer of
Regional Cadet Instructor School (Pacific) presents a commemorative
plate emblazoned with the Cadet Instructor Cadre Branch Badge to
reviewing officer Lieutenant Commander Gerry Pash in recognition of his
long time support to the CIC Branch officer training school. The
graduation parade was the last event at the school for Lt.-Cmdr. Pash
who retired in June 2009 after serving as the Public Affairs Officer
for Regional Cadets Support Unit (Pacific) for almost 20 years.
June
13, 2011
"Hi Bonnie,
Just wanted you to know that the plate arrived today. It is beautiful.
I had not told my husband about it so it was a complete surprise to
him. He was totally taken away by it and was really impressed. He was
so happy that it was RCEME and not the new EME. After spending so many
years in the military, this is a wonderful tribute to him. Thanks so
much, Bonnie, it is very nice.
I am enclosing a pic of my very happy husband and he says, Thanks a
million! Might order another one at a later date - he was also with the
Airborne.
"Love makes the world go around, but laughter keeps you from getting
dizzy!"
Gail
Blanchette
Wainwright, AB
June
2, 2011
"Bonnie, I received the Medical Badge Plate today and I must say it is
beautiful and everything I expected it to be. My wife loves her
present. I gave it to her as a early anniversary gift and I don't think
I could have picked anything better. We will recommend to our
friends that have and still are serving in the Canadian
Forces. It will be placed proudly beside her Commissioning
Scroll.
Again, thank you very much!"
Scott
Typer-Bell
Hamilton, ON
May
16, 2011
"I just received the plate I ordered for my husbands promotion. I will
send photos of the plate and him in his uniform soon! It is so
beautiful.. arghhh I am so excited to give it to him!!!! He's going to
be speechless!! I love, love, love it....."
Crystal
Alan
Victoria, BC
May
9, 2011
"I bought one for a Father's Day/return from Afghanistan gift for my
husband. It turned out to be a fabulous gift.............highly
recommended. I think I have to order another one for myself now :)"
Darlene
MacLean
DesBarres
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
May
9, 2011
"Thank-you Bonnie for the beautiful Naval Crest with my husband's name
and rank engraved on it. He is totally overcome with the beauty of it.
We will certainly recommend you highly to our friends, Thank-you once
again. "
Cynthia
& Gordon Culbert
Wasaga Beach, ON
May
3, 2011
"Hey Bonnie, I received my plate. Showed up in perfect condition just
as the 1st plate I had ordered! It is beautiful! I can't thank
you
enough
for blessing us with your amazing talent. It is coming into work with
me tomorrow as I have been requested to by several work friends, as
they are excited to see one up close and personally. Once that is done,
it will be placed next to the Patricia Plate. The health services plate
actually brings up the value of the Patricia plate..lol...anyways, once
again thanks."
Karen Dickie
Gibbons, AB
April
18, 2011
"Hi
Bonnie,
I'm very
pleased with the
plates. I appreciate your attention to
details and your relentless determination to provide a quality product
- thank you for bringing back some great memories of my military
career!"
Luc
Durand
Saskatoon, SK
April
14, 2011
"Hi Bonnie,
I
received the plates today and they are fabulous!!! WOW - you
definitely out did yourself and exceeded my expectations of how they
would look. Very professional - 100%!! I can't tell you how
honoured I am. The fact that you take pride in providing treasured
memorabilia for all serving and retired members of the Canadian Forces
and to do it with such diligence and professionalism is nothing short
of outstanding!
I
really appreciate the time and effort that you put into these works
of art. Thank you."
Bill
Aitkin
Cardinal,
ON
March
14, 2011
"Dear Bonnie,
The
plate is
beautiful! It arrived on time for the party that was
celebrating
the completion of the army for my partner. He loved it as did
everyone else. The detail and display is a perfect way to
show
off the plate. It will be on display for everyone that enters
our
home to see it. Thanks again!"
Diane
Lavalee
Portage
la Prairie, MB
March 8, 2011
"I
bought a plate for my son who served in Afghanistan twice - it
was awesome - absolutely awesome - worth every penny!"
David
Ward
Pefferlaw, ON
March
4, 2011
"Hi Bonnie,
The
PPCLI Badge
Plate that I ordered showed up in perfect condition through Canada
Post. WOW... the plate was better than I had imagined and all
the
pictures on your website do not do your work or atistic talent justice.
My husband was stoked to receive the plate as a
birthday/promotion gift and is proud to be in possession of an artisan
crafted PPCLI Bonnie Saunders badge plate. Thank your for
blessing us with your talent and your wonderful idea and craftsmanship."
Karen
& Ryan Dickie
(1FD
Amb & 1 PPCLI)
March
3, 2011
"Hi Bonnie,
The
plates
arrived all in good order. They are perfect and exceeded my
expectations. I cannot wait until I move back to Ontario and
get
them displayed in my man cave. When people ask me about them
I
will highly recommend your work!
Best
regards."
Greg
O'Neil
Edmonton,
AB
February
8, 2011
"Hi Bonnie,
I
was thrilled
when the plate I ordered arrived just before Christmas! It
surpassed my expectations. The presentation was beautiful and
I
was glad I only had to wait a few days beore Christmas morning.
My husband was very surprised and impressed. He had
never
seen anything quite like it! He has a PPCLI bar downstairs
and
the plate has a place of honour on the wall! I have and will
continue to highly recommend your work. Thank you so much!"
Susan
Turnbull,
Edmonton,
AB
January
26, 2011
"Bonnie, I picked up the plate today at the Post Office. I
can
now way that I'm a proud owner of a "Bonnie Saunders" Military Plate -
I'm so pleased! And what it stands for, has and will always
be
close to my heart. Thank you Bonnie, "You done
good, Girl!"
Best Wishes,"
Tony
Pendrosa
Cold
Lake, AB
January
15, 2011
"My
sons are
members of the Loyal Edmonton Regiment and I bought them each a badge
plate for Christmas. I was so stunned and impressed by the craftmanship
and artistry of Bonnie's work. The looks on their faces and grins were
priceless! The plates are absolutely beautiful and my sons
are
very happy with them! Thank you Bonnie!"
Barb
Harrigan
Spruce
Grove, AB
December
30, 2010
"Bonnie.
My
wife got me one of these for Christmas this year. Wow - was I
surprised. Had no idea it was coming. Secondly, you're extremely
talented. This is a beautiful piece of artwork and I'm proud to have
it! Thank you for your doing what you do!"
Vince
Fowler
Calgary,
AB
December
29, 2010
"I
hope you had a GREAT Christmas, Bonnie. My buddies received
their plates (15 Svc Bn, KOCR), and were quite touched! They
will
always have their plates on display as a memento of their military
service, and to represent something to be proud of.
Happy
New Year."
Rocky
Rokovetsky, Master Corporal, 1 Svc Bn
Edmonton,
AB
December
28, 2010
"I
would like
to thank you, Bonnie Saunders, for creating such a wonderfully crafted
Badge Plate. The product quality is second to none, and the detail is
outstanding. I will be sure to mention your work to friends and family.
Once again, thank you for not only delivering a fantastic personalized
item, but also in a very timely and professional manner."
Thanks
again,
Kyle
Culley
Kitchener, ON
December
27, 2010
"Hi Bonnie,
Ryan received his Lincoln and Welland Regimental badge plate for
Christmas and loves it. He was as impressed as I was at the
quality of work and the way in which it was displayed. Thank
you so much for your assistance in answering my questions about the
plate. I am so pleased that I ordered it for him as a
keepsake to honour his tour in Afghanistan. I would recommend
the badge plate for any loved one who serves in the military.
Again, Many Thanks. If I can be of any further assistance,
please let me know."
Pat
Davis
Port Colborne, ON
December 27, 2010
"Bonnie, this Christmas my dad was very overcome with emotions due to
the significance of this Crest and plate . Not
sure if you aware the history of the HMCS Kootenay. My dad
served on it in 1969 when it exploded off the coast of Plymouth
England, and 9 crew members were killed and 53 injured. My dad lost
many friends that day. He attended the 40th aniversary of last year in
Halifax and met up with many of his old ship mates. I know
this means a lot to him and I am sure others will want one
just because of the significance of the the ship and the changes made
in the Navy because of this explosion. It looks great! Thanks
again."
Marty
Martell
Edmonton,
AB
December 24, 2010
"Merry Christmas to you & your family Bonnie. Wishing you all
the
best for the season, and good health and happiness for the new year. My
second badge plate arrived safely in time for Christmas, and yet again
it is beautiful artistry. I am so glad to know you in my family of
friends. I hope you treat yourself to a wonderful Christmas, and that
you receive as much love as I know you will give out to your family and
friends.
Best regards,"
Sieg,
Pam, and the Stein's
Calgary, AB
December 20, 2010
"I am quite proud of this significant treasure that I now have
that keeps the sparkle in my eye from the fantastic military life that
I had the fortune of experiencing. I miss not serving anymore,
but this visible momento keeps those memories present every day!
Thank you,"
Fraser
Debney
Quebec
December
19, 2010
"Hello Bonnie,
My
HMCS Yukon Crest Plate arrived today, and it is
fantastic! I will definitly be passing on word of your
fantastic work to more of my family and friends. Your work is amazing,
and I think this plate will bring back
many fond memories of my days aboard her. Thanks so much again."
Steven
J. Dinel
Sarnia,
ON
December 13, 2010
Message to Bonnie
regarding a
Christmas gift of one of the latest CF Badge Plates:
"OMG!!!!!
I just saw the photo of the
new plate and it's just gorgeous!! I have goosebumps! Now the hard part
will be not telling ********** ---lol.
Beautiful work Bonnie--just beautiful and thank you again!"
Regards
**** (name, location and
photo of plate withheld until
after Christmas)
~~~
December
1, 2010
"Hi
Bonnie,
just wanted to let you know that the plate arrived safely today.
It looks beautiful and I will most definitely be referring
you to
many in my family and friends. Thank you again very much and
I
know my Dad will love this gift. Enjoy the holidays.
Sincerely,"
Ashley (last
name
withheld until after Christmas)
Ottawa,
ON
November 29, 2010
"Hi Bonnie
Just
wanted to
let you know the plate arrived safe and sound today. It is
absolutely gorgeous! My husband loved it! Since this plate
will
be displayed at Al's Birthday party, you can bet the cards
will be
there for anyone interested in ordering. I will also
be showing the plate where I work, I know there will be a few
orders coming from this.
So
please let me know when you get permission to use the 1st Signals
Regiment. We will definitely be ordering again.
Again
thanks so much for everything!"
Judy
Ring
Winnipeg,
MB
November 1, 2010
"Hi Bonnie,
I'm
back home
for a quick turn around then back out for a couple of weeks.
When
I got home, I ran into my "I Love Me Room", to see my newly arrived
Canadian Airborne Badge Plate hanging on the wall in the spot I
prepared for it. I spent a few minutes "oohing &
aahing".
It is just gorgeous of course and the pictures only serve to
provide a tantalizing sample until you see the real thing.
Pat
yourself on the back for me Bonnie, as you are truly talented, and it
makes it even more of an experience to have these communications with
you to add to the origin of the plate. Thank you so very much
You have done it again Bonnie, with the addition of the
2Commando, SSF and Pathfinder Plates. I would like to place
my
request to order a 2 Commando "Devil" Plate. Thanks again
Bonnie!"
SGT
Sieg
Stein, Delta Company, 2 Airborne Commando
Calgary,
AB
September 11, 2010
"Just
received the first three. They came in excellent
condition! Now if I can only save them until
Christmas without constantly showing them off and spoiling the
surprise. They ARE gorgeous, so I expect I'll be fielding a
lot of questions and hopefully sending a few more people your way."
**Name
undisclosed for now so we do not to ruin the surprise...**
September
9, 2010
"I
received two stunningly beautiful plates today covering my service in
the RHLI and 4 RCR. An RCMP plate for my wife's father also arrived. He
will certainly be thrilled this Christmas. I am proud to
have served in the RHLI, Canada's oldest combat infantry unit, the
first and the finest. This plate will have a place of honour on my
living room wall. Semper Paratus.
I am a Riley. Get some!
Thank you, Bonnie!"
MCPL
Adrian Telizyn
Ft
St
John BC
July
30, 2010
"Hi
Bonnie. The plate arrived safe and sound today. It is truly BEAUTIFUL.
It was a pleasure to support a Canadian artisan and the Military Family
Fund at the same time. It is a truly unique gift that I'm certain will
be treasured. Thank You."
Patricia
Mombourquette
Nova
Scotia

June
19, 2010
"This is me and Sgt. Brian Kenney when I presented him with the plate
you made for him. He was unbelievably happy to have it. I
can’t thank you enough!"
Jonathan
Palmer
Westville, NS
June
15, 2010
"Bonnie,
I received the Royal Canadian Air Force plate today......3
days before promised! The plate is beyond my expectations and I can't
wait to see my friends face when I give it to him for his retirement. I
have now book marked your web site as I will definitely be purchasing
more plates."
Pete
Henry
Moncton,
NB
June 15, 2010 (part 1)
"Hi
Bonnie, The plate I ordered for my Dad just arrived, intact
and GORGEOUS! He's going to love it. Thank you so much! My
husband hasn't seen it yet but I'm sure when he does we'll be placing
another order or 2 shortly. Would make a great retirement gift for
members of his unit. Thanks again, I'll be spreading the word."
Karrie
Pickford
New
Brunswick
June
21st, 2010
(part 2)
"Hi
Bonnie, Just wanted to let you know my Dad really liked
his
plate. He was very impressed and we could tell as soon as he
saw it that he was pleasantly surprised. He is already working out how
he will rearrange "the wall" where he has displayed his plaques,
commendations and badge since he retired over 20 years
ago. Nothing on this wall has been moved since it was
first put up so we are really pleased that this gift will make it to
such a place of honour in my parents' home. Thanks again Bonnie for
such lovely work and dedication to making sure your customers are
happy. You'll be hearing from me again soon."
Karrie
Pickford
June 14th, 2010
"Bonnie,
on
behalf of the men and women of 405 Long-Range Patrol Squadron, we
wanted to thank-you for accommodating
our wishes in
creating a dual-plate shadow box. The plates themselves are
beautiful, and having the Air Force insignia mounted alongside the
Squadron emblem is a great touch, I'm sure others will want to follow
suit when they see how wonderful it looks! The Squadron
membership presented the plates to our outgoing Commanding Officer,
LCol JA Irvine, and we know that this memento of his tour as a CO will
be proudly displayed for years to come.
Thanks
again,
"
405
Squadron
Greenwood,
Nova Scotia
June 11th, 2010
"Bonnie,
I woke up this morning and I received a knock at the door from Canada
Post. Thank you so very much, words do not describe what I
have
in my hands soon to be on my wall! Bonnie, they are even more
fantastic in person, you have outdone yourself. I will be
holding a special get together at my home this weekend to show off
these works of art. I will be ordering the Royal Canadian
Regiment later this year from you as well. I will also be
sending
out a special email to my military friends to come on over and
see
the high quality of work that is done, I can not say enough.
I do
hope you will be able to get the UN Crest as well...
I will keep in touch, thank you again!
In support of our troops"
Kevin
Davis MWO (Ret)
Manitoba
May 22nd, 2010
"Hi Bonnie,
I
just wanted to let you know that I gave the plate to my husband upon
his return from Afghanistan. I was going to save it for
Father's
Day but I couldn't wait. He hought the plate was amazing!
We have it displayed in our couriour cabinet and it looks
wonderful. We will both be singing your praises her on the
east
coast and will keep these plates in mind for any occassions that we
need gifts. Thanks again for your quick response and
delivery, it
meant alot that we got the plate so quickly. Take care."
Darlene
& David DesBarres
Dartmouth,
Nova Scotia
May 18th, 2010
"We
received the plate for my fathers birthday, on time as
promised, thanks. The quality and detail of your work far
exceeded our expectations.
Best,"
Paul
Laporte
Kingston, ON
May 16th, 2010
"Hi Bonnie. Canada Post just delivered the plate I ordered from you
this morning. It, Communications and Electronics Branch, is lovely and
the detailing accurate. Not only is the plate very pretty,
but it has exceeded my expectations.
Thank you again. You did a beautiful job!
Barbara
J. Marion CD MCPL (ret'd)
May 13th, 2010
"Beautiful! Thank you so much Bonnie for your efforts and
your craftsmanship. This is such a wonderful piece and the
second time I have used your services for a special occasion and you
have never disappointed- I will definitley be proud presenting it to
our Reviewing Officer. The plate got here safe and sound
today!"
Captain D. K. Seesequasis, Commanding Officer
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April
18th, 2010
"Hi Bonnie,
My plate arrived yesterday in perfect condition. I am very
impressed with the quality and workmanship, you do an amazing job.
My husband and I saw an article in the Lookout Newspaper
about
your plates and wanted to order one to commemorate the Canadian Navy's
100th birthday this year. Not only do we have a great
keepsake of
the Navy's 100th birthday but it arrived on the day I was promoted so I
will always think of it as my promotion gift. Thank you so
much!"
Barbara
Benson
Oak Harbor, WA

March
11, 2010
"Hi Bonnie,
Just a note to let you know I received my plate yesterday
and must say that both I and my wife are very, very happy.
It is in fact beautiful we didn't realize how nice it is. The
pictures on the internet don't do it justice. I'm amazed how
you can do that. now we have something to show our friends what a
keepsake it is. I can't wait for my son to see it.
Later on we will order the Halifax rifles plate.
Once again Bonnie thank you so much for such a beautiful keepsake.
Take Care"
Glen
Hawkins
Newfoundland
March
9, 2010
"Dear Bonnie, today my plate arrived, all is in
tack. Beautiful! Thank you and I will be
proud to show off your work, and highly recommend it."
Clarence
Dawe
Nova
Scotia
February
28, 2010
"I came across Bonnie's collectible via a friend, and I always kept it
in mind. So when my husband, who was deployed at the time with our
Forces, told me the terrible news we lost a soldier of whom he was
close with, I knew Bonnie's art would be perfect. When I called her and
told her what I would like and why, her response touched me. Within 24
hours I had the custom plate engraved with our fallen soldiers' name on
my doorstep. And within another 24 hours it was in the families hands.
Her
kindness and respect
of the situation has gained our families respect and lifelong loyalty.
We appreciate her art and talent as much as the person.
Thank
you Bonnie."
Capt.
& Mrs. Thibodeau
Western
Canada.
January
8, 2010
"I recently gave my military boyfriend one of Bonnie's plates for
Christmas and he was pleasantly surprised as he had not heard or seen
anything like it! We both enjoyed the craftsmanship and
effort
that Bonnie clearly puts into each plate. Definitely
something to
cherish and pass on through the years."
Alicia
Houston
January
2,
2010
"Hello Bonnie,
We received our plates that were ordered as gifts for us by a family
member, a CME plate and an HMCS Toronto plate. The best way
to describe our reaction when we opened them was WOW!
Absolutely beautiful work and a very valued treasured
keepsake. We will certainly be showing our units the plates
in hope of generating some more business for you. These
plates are ideal mememtos for promotions and retirements.
Thanks again."
Cpl
M. Patten, CDLS P. Patten CD
December 29th, 2009
"Hi
Bonnie,
Just
a quick note to say my son was thrilled with the Toronto Scottish plate
he received at Christmas. He is taking your business card
with
him when he returns to CF Base Petawawa, so you might be getting some
more orders. Thanks for an outstanding Christmas gift!
Cheers.....Richard"
Richard
Fraser

December
20th, 2009
"Hi
Bonnie,
Thank you for sending the plates so fast!! My husband was so
impressed with the plates that in the New Year he wants to order one
plate with the crest of the Airborne and one of the Van Doos.
The
plates are beautiful, the time and the effort that you put into
this masterpiece is speechless. Thanks again and I would like to wish
you and your family a very Merry Christmas and a wonderful, healthy and
prosperous New Year. I will be contacting you in the new
year."
Laura
Wooldridge

October
13th, 2009
"Bonnie,
we have received the Engineer plate and we want to let you know how
beautiful it is! Once our new house is set up it will be
placed by the picture of my husband and his boys with pride xo.
Thanks again! I will be in Saskatchewan next month to lay
the wreath for my husband in his home town and I will be sure to let
everyone know how beautiful your work is :)
Thank You again!"
Shannon
and Makayla Wasden wife and daughter of Fallen Soldier:
Cpl Dustin Wasden KIA Aug 20th 2008 .Afghanistan
July
21st, 2009
"Bonnie,
Thank you so much for the amazing level of service and the beautiful
crafts (wo)manship of the Engineer Plate you made for my husband.
I know we gave you very short notice, but you delivered on
your
promise and it arrived with time to spare! He presented it to
his
unit at his farewell party and everyone was in awe of the
level
of detail. They will be proudly displaying it at 6 ES in
North
Vancouver for all to see, and I have no doubt that you well receive a
few calls from others interested in getting one for themselves!
Thanks again for everything!"
Barbara
Somers Lapointe

June 23rd, 2009
"Bonnie,
This weekend was my father's retirement from being in the military for
36 years. When my husband and myself gave him the plate he
was
just so shocked. He mentioned that he did not see anything
like
this before and so beautiful. Usually, my father keeps his
military items in his office in the basement, but he is putting the
plate up in the living room. Both my husband and myself thank
you
very much for the wonderful work on the plate. I have been
telling everyone that I know to purchase one from you!!!
Thanks."
Stacey
and Chad McDiarmid
May 14th, 2009
I am just writing to let you know that I have received the RCD
Plate. I got it yesterday! It is absolutely
GORGEOUS!! I love it and it is proudly displayed for all to
see! I have had a few compliments on it already and have
passed on your name and web site. :) Thank you very
much...again. Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to
own such a lovely keepsake to Honor our Hero, my husband, MCPL ALLAN STEWART, KIA APRIL 11, 2007.
I love it!
Christa
Stewart
May
11th, 2009
It's difficult to shop for my husband as he is very "selective", but I
have to say that he is very impressed with the plate. He even told me
"it's beautiful" and that he "loves it." He wishes that I would have
waited until Father's Day to give it to him because it's going to be
hard to top this gift! You did an outstanding job. Thank you
so very much for
a beautiful piece of art!
Sheila
M. Rolfe
Feb 20th,
2009
Pride!.....that is the first word that I thought of when I saw my new
plate! Hi! I just wanted to pass on to everyone, that I received my
PPCLI plate for my husband. I am absolutely amazed at the craftmanship,
content, and expressiveness—that Bonnie puts
into
her designs.....I am just astounded!! I anxiously await my other
plates, which will honor my service, and my best friends' as well.
Bonnie's work should be commended to the highest degree, and
distinguished from others...as she makes each and every plate with
personal care. Bonnie...thank you for your awe-inspiring and
significant support of our Troops, and RCMP. Job WELL Done!
Sincerely, Shelly Ullery, CD

Feb
13th, 2009
"Hi
Everyone,
I
recently
purchased a Canadian Forces Heirloom plate from Bonnie for my husband,
to mark his promotion. It arrived yesterday, and he was promoted
today..... so not only does she do amazing work, she has wonderful
timing. I can honestly say that when it arrived, I was blown away, by
the crafts(wo)manship and the care that she puts into her work. I have
looked at all of the pictures time and time again, and while they are
beautiful, actually holding one of these plates and seeing how much she
puts her heart into making them, the real thing is an absolute work of
art. My children and I were so honoured to present this gift to our
soldier, who makes us so proud each and every day. Thank you so much
Bonnie, for making today even more special."
Sincerely,
Sheryl
Pike
"Today
was
a very special day; not only was I promoted, but I arrived home this
afternoon and was presented with this absolutely, unbelievable looking
plate with the branch crest on it. The detail that Bonnie put into the
crafts(wo)manship is nothing short of amazing! This was a big day and I
feel honoured to be the first to own an EME plate. Thank you
to my ever thoughtful wife and kids, and a huge thank you to you
Bonnie; it's awesome!!!!!"
"Hey
everyone!!
I
just thought I would provide a testimony to tell you all that these
plates are awesome!! My boyfriend and roommate are both Vets
and I got
each one of them a plate (Lord Strathcona's Horse) and I have to say
that the look on their faces when I gave them the plates - way well
worth it!! The plates are beautiful!! When you open
the package, you
can automatically tell that Bonnie has put a lot of time and love into
each plate. Bonnie is an extremely talented woman and I would
suggest
these plates for anyone that has served or is serving in the CF or
RCMP. It's a great keepsake for them and these plates are truly
timeless. Bonnie is doing a great service to the men and
women that
defend this country by recognizing their sacrifice with these timeless
and beautiful keepsakes!!"
Rheanna
Wallace
"Hello
Bonnie,
I just wanted you to know that my
stepson was
very pleased with his unique graduation gift. The framed
Royal Canadian Air Force Badge Plate was beautiful. I would
suggest everyone and anyone to go check out your website for amazing
unique gifts for all kinds of occasions. Again, Bonnie, you
do great work! Thank you so much for being so quick on this
gift and delivery, especially going as far as Rutherglen."
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Disclaimer:
Bonnie
Saunders, of Glass Treasures by Bonnie Saunders, is not an authorized
agent of CF. The DND/CF Badge Plates are produced solely by
Bonnie Saunders and are not produced by DND/CF or Non-Public Property.
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