Remembrance
illuminates the human face of war.
For the Canada's Legionaires Remembrance is a year-long commitment. We exist as a proud and free nation because of the sacrifice made by those who served.
Remembrance prompts us to recognize that
veterans face unique challenges and need our compassionate support. The
Royal Canadian Legion) officially adopted the Poppy as its Flower of
Remembrance on 5 July 1921.
Remembrance is a poignant reminder that Canada currently has more than half a million veterans. Whether they served in times of war, conflict or peace, behind every veteran is a story of service, dedication, courage and sacrifice.
listen to their words read stories Books of Remembrance memorials* Please be warned that links from this section may contains graphic language and images of war.
For those of us born during
peacetime, all wars seem remote, improbable, outside our realm of living, just a phenomenon taking place in a distant part of the world. Most of us have not lived with war. We see war through a book or movie. Our closest physical and emotional experience may be the
discovery of photographs, uniform badges, medals, and diaries from an ancestor two or three generations back. Such memorabilia can seem nebulous and isolated to the life of their owner. To them the horrors of war are unspeakable, more than our minds allow us to grasp.
Remembrance is a time to reflect on the fact that our globe is still in a relatively peaceful period and to avoid the horrors and carnage of another world war or any war, the priority of our leaders should be to resolve conflicts through dialogue and understanding, not threats and violence.
that the memories of those courageous individuals that lost their lives in World War One are never forgotten. We wear poppies in November and participate in Remembrance events in honour of those who fought on the battlefield.
the human face of war. On Remembrance Day, when we thank veterans for their service, we should also spare a thought for those who remained behind the mothers, wives and children who stayed at home, trying to make ends meet.
that Canada has been through challenging times. In order to protect the freedoms and values we cherish, Canadians fought with the allies in WWII, served the United Nations in Korea, joined the Americans in Viet Nam. Canada is well known for upholding our country’s international military responsibilities and its ongoing commitment to international peace support operations.
us to acknowledge that Canadians in the Military and RCMP continue to serve and we will always have Veterans who made lasting contributions. Besides our own national security, the men and women in our armed forces are called upon for search and rescue operations and national disasters at home and abroad.
to recognize that
veterans face unique challenges and need our compassionate support. Whether
they served in times of war, conflict or peace, behind every veteran is a story
of service, dedication, courage and sacrifice.
us to work towards a future where the sacrifices of the past are not in
vain. Reflecting on the horrors and carnage of war highlights our need to strive for a
world where conflicts are resolved through dialogue and understanding, not violence.
opportunities to educate and inspire our youth about the significance of history, about the importance of gratitude, empathy and respect for those who served and continue to serve, as well as emphasize the need to work together in cherishing peace and understanding.
in the Poppy Campaign, in the
Remembrance Day Ceremonies held every year, and in war
memorials and museums in cities, towns, schools, places of worship, workplaces, and online. This is the work of The Royal Canadian Legion which holds the sacred trust and embraces
a leadership role for Remembrance across Canada.
The Poppy is an important symbol for the war and has its own story.
For Canada's Legionnaires Remembrance is a year-long commitment.
Thousands of digital advertising signs across the country will go black on Remembrance Day this year, to be replaced with a message of remembrance and three important figures: 11-11-11.
The Royal Canadian Legion’s Virtual Wall of Honour and Remembrance is a photo montage of Canadian Veterans who have served and sacrificed for the freedoms we enjoy today. This montage is displayed on large video screens
located near the National War Memorial and shown prior to the start of
the Remembrance Day Ceremony held on November 11th.
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When Finally the Guns were Silent
The Human Face of War
Language of Remembrance
Canadians Understand and Embrace Remembrance
While November is
recognized as a time of Remembrance, for the Legion and for many across the
country, Remembrance is a year-long commitment.
Consider that there
are many opportunities available to anyone wishing to show their appreciation
for those who served. View these suggestions.