Calgary Remembrance Day Events 2013

November 10, 2013
By Cody Battershill

Remember at These Calgary Remembrance Day Events 2013

Lest we forget the sacrifice made by countless Canadian soldiers throughout our nation’s history. Tomorrow is a day to remember all that they have accomplished and honour those who died in action, as well as those who lived to share their incredible stories and inspire us with their strength, courage and dedication.

I encourage you to take a moment and really think about what Remembrance Day means for all of us. A great way to do this is to participate in any one of these Calgary Remembrance Day 2013 events happening tomorrow on November 11th, 2013.

Military Museums

Address – 4520 Crowchild Trail SW, Calgary, AB

Phone Number – 403-410-2322

Time – 10:45am

Have an up close and personal experience with war and those who fought for our nation this Remembrance Day at The Military Museums. Hot chocolate and coffee will be complimentary. Learn more about the Calgary Military Museums today.

Aerospace Museum

Address – 4629 McCall Way NE, Calgary, AB

Phone Number – 403-250-3752

Time – 10:30am

Calgary’s Aerospace Museum is hosting a family friendly Remembrance Day event with the intention of having the service outside, so if you’re planning on going, dress appropriately. After the ceremony, the Aerospace Museum will be open to participants with admission for a donation of any amount.

Battalion Park

Address – 3001 Signal Hill Drive SW, Calgary, AB

Time – 10:30am to 12:00pm

Have you ever noticed the geoglyphs located in front of Westhills / Signal Hill shopping centres? These giant numbers are that of the Canadian Battalions that fought valiantly in World War I. They include…

51st Battalion

113th Battalion

137th Battalion

151st Battalion

On November 11th, 2013, a Remembrance Day Ceremony is taking place at this important war memorial at the bottom of the stairs that lead up to the giant geoglyphs.

Memorial Drive Cross Project

Located on the northwest side of Centre Street Bridge, at the bottom of the Crescent Heights escarpment is the Memorial Drive Cross Project. Take a moment, park your car and walk amongst the hundreds of crosses dedicated in remembrance of our fallen war heroes.

Central Memorial Park Parade

Address – 1221 2nd Street SW, Calgary, AB

Time – 11:00am

Central Memorial Park will be hosting its annual Remembrance Day Parade – it is a great place for those who live in the inner city region to go and participate in this very important day. Pay your respects in front of the World War I Statue Memorial and remember what the actions of past and present soldiers have done for us, our nation and our world as a whole.

Calgary International Airport

Time – 10:30am

Do you have a flight tomorrow around noon? If you have time, take a moment and participate in the Remembrance Day service being held on the Main Terminal Departure levels before you check in through security.

Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium

Address – 1415 14th Avenue NW, Calgary, AB

Time – 9:30 doors open, 10:30am to 11:45am ceremony

Join a wide range of organizations tomorrow at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, located at SAIT Polytechnic’s campus in the northwest. Wreaths will be laid and a march will ensue after the end of the Remembrance Day Ceremonies. Tickets / parking are free and assigned seating is in place.

Union Cemetery Tours

Address – Spiller Road and 28th Avenue SE, Calgary, AB

Time – 12:30pm to 2:00pm, 2:30pm to 4:00pm

Another up close and personal experience would be to join a guided tour of the Union Cemetery. Throughout, your guide will give you an in-depth reflection on what was contributed by Canada’s battalions and soldiers who are now resting in peace only a few steps away.

Royal Canadian Legion

Head to your nearest Royal Canadian Legion tomorrow for a Remembrance Day Ceremony. For more information on locations and contact information, visit the Royal Canadian Legions website today.

Remember…

Who knows how our nations fate would have been affected if Canada’s soldiers chose not to lay down their lives for our country. What I do know is that is we live in one of the best countries in the world and should be grateful for the sacrifices made by Canada’s soldiers in the past, present and future.