Calgary Remembrance Day Events 2014: Lest’ We Forget

November 9, 2014
By Cody Battershill

6 Calgary Remembrance Day Events Happening Nov 11th, 2014

We will never forget the sacrifice made by our fellow Canadian soldiers who lost their lives fighting for our country.

This Tuesday – November 11^th, 2014 – is a day for all of us to take a step back and not only remember, but honour that incredible sacrifice, as well as those who were lucky enough to live on and inspire all with their incredible stories of courage, strength and determination.

I believe that Canada is a shining gem amongst other nations of the world and know that it was given the chance to become what it is today because of the hard-fought battles that our war veterans and present soldiers have experienced.

Having said that, I really encourage you to take a moment and consider what Remembrance Day means for yourself, your family and all others that you are close with.

One of the best ways we can truly reflect is by participating in any one of these Calgary Remembrance Day Events, all held this Tuesday, November 11^th, 2014.

Jubilee Auditorium

When: 10:30am to 11:45am

Address: 1415 14^th Street NW

The Calgary United Veterans Association is hosting its annual Remembrance Day event at the Jubilee Auditorium. Starting at 10:30am, the ceremony will conclude with an outdoor march. This event is a first-come, first-serve basis!

Aero Space Museum

When: 10:15am to 11:15am

Address: 4629 McCall Way NE

This Remembrance Day event will be held outdoors at the Aero Space Museum of Calgary, starting at 10:15am and lasting for an hour. Colonel John Melbourne will be the honourary speaker at the event. Admission to the ceremony comes in the form of a donation of any amount and also will give you full access to the museum. Make sure to dress for the weather!

Military Museum

When: 10:45am

Where: 4520 Crowchild Trail SW

The Military Museums of Calgary is hosting its annual Remembrance Day event for 2014 this Tuesday, starting at 10:45am. Containers will be provided to visitors for non-perishable food donations to the Veterans’ Food Bank. The Military Museums is also offering free admission all day (9:00am to 5:00pm), this is a great chance to see all its exhibits and content on a very special day.

Central Memorial Park

When: 10:00am start time

Where: 1221 2^nd Street SW

Those who live in the downtown and beltline areas should visit the ceremony being held at Central Memorial Park. At 10:00am the event beings and includes the Calgary Highlanders Remembrance Day Parade.

Field of Crosses

When: Ends November 12^th, 014

Where: Memorial Drive btw Centre St. and 3^rd St. NW

You may have already noticed the thousands of white crosses located on the north side of Memorial Drive on the west side of Centre Street Bridge. Every one of those 3,000 crosses bears a the name, rank, regiment, age and date of death of a Canadian soldier from Alberta who died in the First World War.

Union Cemetery

When: 2:00pm to 3:30pm

Where: 28^th Avenue and Spiller Road SE

As Calgary’s oldest graveyard, Union Cemetery is home to not only some of our cities founding fathers, but also many soldiers who died in the First World War. Join the RCMP and the Canadian Military this Remembrance Day and learn about who these fallen heroes are.

We hope you have a wonderful Remembrance Day!

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