Canada's veteran population is shrinking and changing, but Canadians steadily acquire about 20 million poppies a year, the Legion says.

“It's certainly an honour … to receive the salute. But being a cadet, I represent the future," one cadet told Global News.

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.

Official says modern day soldiers don't consider themselves veterans, which means fewer soldiers taking part in Remembrance Day services.

On Remembrance Day, an immigrant, a veteran and a politician condemn comments from Don Cherry suggesting new immigrants don't wear poppies.

Large crowds also turned in communities across B.C., including Surrey, Langley, Abbotsford, Vernon and Kamloops.

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..

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.

In the First World War, Black men faced barriers when trying to enlist in the Canadian military.

Here is a list of Remembrance Day ceremonies taking place across Toronto Monday.