Canada observes Remembrance Day and Veterans Week

Canada is observing Remembrance Day and Veterans Week to honor the millions of citizens who have served the country. Since Confederation, more than 2.3 million Canadians, including many from Indigenous communities, have served domestically and abroad during times of war, peace, and uncertainty.

Commemorations include wearing red poppies, which serve as a symbol of remembrance and a means to raise funds for veterans and their families through the Royal Canadian Legion. In Toronto and across the nation, citizens gather at cenotaphs and monuments to pay respects.

This year's observances also include mourning four soldiers who recently lost their lives in a devastating fire during training exercises at CFB Wainwright. The national tributes recognize the diverse roles of service members, from combat operations in the Persian Gulf to domestic emergency response during floods and wildfires.