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TESTIMONIALS

Canadian Forces Badge Plate display at the Military Families Fund Gala

"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

Canadian Forces Crest Plate


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
Logistics
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
Royal Canadian Air Force

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

Military Police

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

CO Presentation of Plates   

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
Communications & Electonics Branch  Lord Strathconas Horse

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
Nova Scotia Highlanders

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
Royal Canadian Regiment

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)
Communications and Electronics Branch

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

Navy Crest Plate

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
Electrical & Mechanical Engineering
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
Artillery Branch Badge
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.
Medical Branch Badge Plate
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
Royal Canadian Regiment
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
HMCS Toronto         Military Engineering  

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

Toronto Scottish Regiment

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 on 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

Logistics            Military Police

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

Military Engineering Branch Badge

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

Engineering Branch Badge Plate


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
Royal Canadian Dragoons


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
Royal Canadian Dragoons
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
Medical Branch Badge

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

PPCLI Badge Plate

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
Electrical and Mechanical Engineer


"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!!!!!"
Sincerely, Cpl Pike
Cpl Pike proudly displaying his promotion gift

"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
Lord Strathconas Horse

"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."
Sincerely, Carmen Jasmin
Royal Canadian Air Force



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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.