Several ceremonies are scheduled throughout the West Kootenay next week as Canadians stand in collective remembrance of those who have served, or still serve, in the Canadian military.
November 11 is recognized annually as Remembrance Day.
The Royal Canadian Legion organizes events across the country to pay tribute to members of the Canadian Armed Forces and RCMP who serve to defend Canadians’ values and freedoms.
Nelson
In Nelson, the annual Remembrance Day ceremony will begin with a parade forming at 10:30 a.m. by the Nelson Legion on Victoria Street.
The parade will step off at 10:45 a.m., marching toward 310 Ward St. for the cenotaph ceremony.
Following the ceremony, the parade will return to the legion. The public is invited to gather at the legion’s Hampton Gray VC Lounge as the community comes together in remembrance.
Trail
In Trail, the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 11 will begin its parade march at 10:30 a.m. from the Fortis Building to Pine Avenue for cenotaph services.
Once the ceremony wraps up at 11:30 a.m., the public is invited to the legion at 2141 Columbia Ave. to gather and remember.
Creston
Creston’s Royal Canadian Legion Branch 29 kicks off its cenotaph service at 10:45 a.m. at 137 11th Ave. N.
The service will be livestreamed inside the hall and on Facebook for those unable to attend in person.
Following the service, there will be a stew luncheon for the community for a minimum $5 donation.
Grand Forks
The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 59 will host its cenotaph service starting at 11 a.m.
Around the Kootenays
Similar events will be held in Rossland, Salmo and Slocan.
For more information, visit your local legion’s website or social media page for event details.
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