Remembrance Day, originally known as Armistice Day, marked the end of World War I, which occurred on November 11, 1918 at 11 a.m. In addition to parades and commemorations across cities and small towns, all Canadian flags on federal government buildings are flown at half-mast and schools across the country observe at least a moment of silence at 11 a.m.
Remembrance Day in Montreal is also referred to as Jour du Souvenir and this year's Armistice Day -- November 11, 2012 -- falls on Sunday. Below are a series of commemorations open to the public. Most are free.
2012 REMEMBRANCE DAY EVENTS
November 7 to November 11, 2012
Remembrance Day Mini Expo
“Come discover over twenty object that will make you understand better the sacrifice the peoples had to do during WWI: post cards, fliers, signs, bombs, helmets, cimetery cross, burgler... The Stewart Museum also invite you to leave with a poppy made by hand (limited edition), a reproduction of the first model dated around 1920. A nice way to learn more about the remembrance poppy and the sacrifice of our soldiers lost at war.”
When: 10:30 a.m.
Where: Stewart Museum, 20 chemin du Tour-de-l'Isle (map)
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November 9, 2012
Remembrance Day at the Outremont Cenotaph
"The Outrement Burrow (arrondissement) Council invites Veterans and the general public to attend a Remembrance Day commemorative ceremony on Friday, November 9, at 10:45 a.m. The ceremony will be held in front of the Outremont Park."
When: 10:45 a.m.
Where: Cénotaphe du parc Outremont (Elmwood at McDougall), Outremont, Quebec (map)
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November 10, 2012
Puck Drop Ceremony
"The Lac Saint-Louis Lions will mark Veterans’ Week 2012 with a hockey game against the Amos Forestiers. For the occasion, veterans and a representative of Quebec youth will conduct a ceremonial puck drop."
When: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Centre Civic DDO 2, 12001 boul.de Salaberry, Dollard-Des-Ormeaux, Quebec (map)
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November 11, 2012
Remembrance Day Commemorative Ceremony
"Last Post Fund is partnering with the leadership school and the Canadian Forces recruit to organise a commemorative ceremony to honor the Canadian Veterans' and allied who rest at the National Field of honor of the Last Post Fund."
When: 10:45 a.m.
Where: Last Post Fund National Field of Honour, 703 Donegani, Pointe-Claire (map)
INFO: view webpage
November 11, 2012
Remembrance Day Celebration at the Montreal West Cenotaph
"The community comes together to remember and honor all the men and women that have served for our country. The ceremony includes a formal wreathlaying. Standing room will be provided for the public but you are also welcome to bring a chair. Refreshments for Veterans and their families will be served immediately following the service in the music room of the Town Hall."
When: 12:30 p.m.
Where: Montreal West Cenotaph, 50 Westminster South, Montreal West, Quebec (map)
INFO: view webpage
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