Join us to honour and remember our veterans on Nov. 1
Every November, the City of Vaughan hosts a Remembrance event to commemorate the brave Canadians who risked – and, in many cases, lost – their lives during times of war, conflict and peace.
This year’s commemoration will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 1 at 10 a.m. at Vaughan City Hall (2141 Major Mackenzie Dr.). You are invited to attend and join Mayor Steven Del Duca, Members of Council, City staff and veterans to honour and remember Canadian service members, past and present.
Following the event, you may share your thoughts of remembrance and messages of peace on the City’s poppy wall. You can also view this year’s exhibit, Families in Arms, which features families from Vaughan, both at home and abroad. This City-curated exhibit explores the impact of war on soldiers and those they left behind. The exhibit will be on display at City Hall until Friday, Nov. 17. It will also be available to view online at vaughan.ca/RemembranceMonth. The online exhibit features additional photos and details not included in the in-person exhibit.
As a reflection of the City's commitment to commemorate the remarkable service and sacrifice of Vaughan residents, Mayor Del Duca and Members of Council proclaimed the month of November "Remembrance Month" in perpetuity.
QUOTE
“Every year, at the 11th hour, on the 11th day, of the 11th month, we honour the brave Canadians who served and continue to serve our country. During Remembrance Month, we keep them close to our hearts with a poppy pinned to our chest. It is a small but meaningful symbol of our unwavering gratitude. The City of Vaughan’s Remembrance Event on Wednesday, Nov. 1 commemorates all who have risked their lives for Canada, whether in war, conflict, emergency or peace. Their legacy is a nation that is strong, proud and free; and remembrance is our promise to them. Lest we forget.”
- Mayor Steven Del Duca
QUICK FACTS
- This year marks the City of Vaughan’s first in-person Remembrance Event since 2019.
- The City of Vaughan has proclaimed November to be Remembrance Month in perpetuity.
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