Veterans Affairs minister on the mend following emergency surgery

Nov 2, 2017 | 9:15 AM

OTTAWA — Veterans Affairs Minister Seamus O’Regan is recovering after emergency surgery.

His department says the minister underwent surgery Wednesday for a sudden and serious issue, but it wasn’t life-threatening.

No further details were provided but the minister is expected to make a full recovery.

His department says he anticipates being able to attend the National Remembrance Day ceremony in Ottawa later this month.