Fred Arsenault turns 100 years old in March, and is hoping to receive 100 birthday cards. (Image: Facebook)

Second World War Vet Asks To Receive Cards For 100th Birthday

Tara Clow February 6, 2020 10:52 am Last Updated on December 7, 2025 4:24 am

A Second World War veteran is celebrating his 100th birthday this year and has a specific birthday wish — he wants to receive 100 birthday cards.

Fred Arsenault lives in Toronto. His son recently posted a photo on Facebook of his father holding a sign.

It says he is about to turn 100 years old on March 6, and it includes an address where cards can be sent.

The post has been shared by Toronto Mayor John Tory and the Royal Canadian Legion.

During the Second World War, Arsenault served with the Cape Breton Highlanders.

Tara Clow

Tara Clow is a multi-award-winning news anchor and reporter with more than 30 years of experience at radio stations across Canada. She is a graduate of the Radio and TV Arts program at Toronto Metropolitan University and the Humber College radio broadcasting program. She is based in Moncton and covers stories across Canada. Contact Tara at clow.tara@radioabl.ca.

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