Remembrance Day
Lest We Forget
Since 1919, Canadians have taken time to pause and remember those who have served and continue to serve Canada during times of conflict and peace. Ceremonies are held across Canada to mark the Armistice agreement that ended the First World War on November 11, 1918 at 11 a.m. In Aurora, these ceremonies have been centered around the Aurora War Memorial in Peace Park since 1925.
Remembrance Day Parade & Service - Sunday, November 8
Parade will occur on Sunday, November 8 departing from the former GW Williams at 10:20 a.m. to the Cenotaph. Comradeship and food at Branch following service.
All events are being organized by the Aurora Legion. For more details visit the Aurora Legion's webpage.
Remembrance Day Service - Wednesday, November 11
The service will take place on Wednesday, November 11 at the Cenotaph at 10:45 a.m. There will be no parade associated with this event, it will only include a Remembrance Service at the Cenotaph and the laying of a limited number of wreaths. Comradeship and food at Branch following service.
- The Remembrance Day service is hosted by the Aurora's Royal Canadian Legion: Colonel Fred Tilston VC - Br. # 385.
All events are being organized by the Aurora Legion. For more details visit the Aurora Legion's webpage.
Remembrance Day: Past, Present and Future
Remembrance Day: Past, Present and Future takes a look at the day's significance, as told through the eyes of individuals who sacrificed their freedoms to ensure we could hold onto ours.
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