Today is Remembrance Day (Armistice Day) here in Canada. Remembrance Day, and Veterans Week (the week leading up to it) is the time of year that we go to extra lengths to ensure our Veterans sacrifices are NOT forgotten.
The following quick remembrance is from the Veterans Affairs Canada site.
Veterans Affairs Canada
Each year, Canada marks Veterans' Week from 5 to 11 November. Veterans' Week is a time to honour and remember all those who served Canada in times of war, military conflict and peace. Throughout the week, commemorative events and activities will be held in communities across Canada. This year, we call upon all Canadians, especially youth, to take an active role in commemoration. Taking part in remembrance events develops a deeper understanding of the sacrifices and achievements of those who have served and continue to serve our country. As Canadians, we have endless opportunities to become involved in remembrance. We can talk to a Veteran, visit a local cenotaph or monument, read a book or attend a Remembrance Day ceremony. When we take an active role in commemoration we become part of a legacy of remembrance and gratitude. We also set an example for future generations so that the torch of remembrance continues to burn brightly.
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