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Lest we forget, the more than 3,000 white crosses now on display along Memorial Drive aims to ensure that Calgarians remember the sacrifices of Southern Albertans in the fight for freedom. Now in its seventh year, the Field Of Crosses Memorial Project pays tribute to...
Calgary students lay 3,200 silk flowers to honour fallen soldiers
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Calgary’s Field of Crosses Memorial Project returns to honour veteran
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Generational respect for Southern Alberta’s veterans
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Volunteers put up field of crosses ahead of Remembrance Day
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Thank you to everyone who joined us this morning at The Field of Crosses for our Youth Day Sunrise Ceremony, as we honoured the courage, contributions and sacrifices of young Canadians who played important roles in our nation's military history.
As we prepare for this evening’s Sunset Ceremony, we are pleased to share some special moments captured during our November 5 Sunset Ceremony, when we celebrated the 100th anniversary of The Royal Canadian Legion, recognizing a century of dedication to Canada's veterans, their families and the importance of remembrance.
🌇 Tonight’s Sunset Ceremony: 5:59 PM
A reminder to those planning to attend this evening’s ceremony to please arrive at least 10 minutes before the scheduled start time.
Thank you to everyone who continues to join us throughout these Eleven Days of Remembrance as we honour Canada's fallen and ensure their sacrifices are never forgotten.
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Today's Youth Day Sunrise Ceremony at The Field of Crosses is just about an hour away!
As we prepare to honour the contributions and sacrifices of young Canadians throughout our nation's military history, we invite you to look back at some of the meaningful moments captured during our November 5 Sunrise Ceremony, when we recognized the 100th anniversary of The Royal Canadian Legion and celebrated a century of dedication to Canada's veterans, their families and the importance of remembrance.
🌅 Today's Sunrise Ceremony: 8:39 AM
A reminder to those planning to attend this morning's ceremony to please arrive at least 10 minutes before the scheduled start time.
We look forward to welcoming you as we continue our Eleven Days of Remembrance.
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🇨🇦 November 7 | Youth Day
Today, The Field of Crosses commemorates Youth Day, honouring the remarkable contributions and sacrifices of young Canadians who played important roles in supporting our nation's military efforts, both at home and overseas.
Throughout Canada's wartime history, countless young people demonstrated extraordinary courage and determination. During the First and Second World Wars, teenage boys, some as young as 13, attempted to enlist by lying about their age. Those who appeared old enough were sometimes accepted into military service, while others who were turned away found ways to contribute through the Merchant Navy, helping transport troops and essential supplies overseas.
Many young Canadians also stepped forward on the home front, taking on important responsibilities and filling the roles left behind by those who had departed for military service.
Today, we remember the young men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice, including those whose names are commemorated among the thousands of white crosses standing along Memorial Drive.
Youth Day also serves as an important reminder of our responsibility to educate future generations about Canada's military history and the sacrifices made for the freedoms we enjoy today. By sharing these stories, we help preserve their legacy while inspiring young Canadians to help shape a brighter future.
🌅 Sunrise Ceremony: 8:39 AM
🌇 Sunset Ceremony: 5:59 PM
Those planning to attend are kindly asked to arrive at least 10 minutes before each ceremony begins.
Lest We Forget. 🇨🇦
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