Legion distributes about 20 million poppies a year to Canadians
Canada’s veteran population is shrinking and changing, but Canadians steadily acquire about 20 million poppies a year, the Legion says. Continue reading
Remembrance Day 2019
Saskatoon Remembrance Day ceremony recognizes the past, present and future
“It’s certainly an honour … to receive the salute. But being a cadet, I represent the future,” one cadet told Global News. Continue reading
Group honours animals that died in war at Victoria Remembrance Day ceremony
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
Dozens gathered at the back of the legislature to not only highlight the millions of animals that have died in warfare, but also to condemn the use of animals in combat. Continue reading
‘Returned soldiers’ needed for Saint John Remembrance Day services
Official says modern day soldiers don’t consider themselves veterans, which means fewer soldiers taking part in Remembrance Day services. Continue reading
‘I am here’: Nova Scotians condemn Don Cherry’s poppy comments
On Remembrance Day, an immigrant, a veteran and a politician condemn comments from Don Cherry suggesting new immigrants don’t wear poppies. Continue reading
Thousands gather in Vancouver to honour Canada’s veterans for Remembrance Day
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
Large crowds also turned in communities across B.C., including Surrey, Langley, Abbotsford, Vernon and Kamloops. Continue reading
Amid Remembrance Day ceremonies, UN and NATO veterans offer reminder that help is available
Angus Cameron said young men and women have “seen some pretty terrible things” in a variety of wars and may suffer from hidden damage that his group can help with.. Continue reading
Remembrance Day in Edmonton: Where you can attend a ceremony in the city
Global Edmonton will be broadcasting the Butterdome ceremony live on television from 10:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. It will also be streamed live online. Continue reading
‘They fought to fight’: How Black Canadians battled racism to serve the country
In the First World War, Black men faced barriers when trying to enlist in the Canadian military. Continue reading
Remembrance Day in Toronto 2019: ceremonies across the city
Here is a list of Remembrance Day ceremonies taking place across Toronto Monday. Continue reading