Remembrance Day

National Remembrance Day Ceremony welcomes thousands

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Lundi, novembre 11, 2019

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OTTAWA, Nov. 11, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Over thirty thousand Canadians took part in the national ceremony to honour Canadas fallen in Ottawa, despite the cold, cloudy morning.

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OTTAWA, Nov. 11, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Over thirty thousand Canadians took part in the national ceremony to honour Canadas fallen in Ottawa, despite the cold, cloudy morning.
A 21-gun salute, and the fly-past of three CF-18 aircraft marked the annual Remembrance Day Ceremony organized by The Royal Canadian Legion.
Dignitaries laid wreaths at the National War Memorial, including Mrs. Reine Samson Dawe, this years National Silver Cross Mother.
Throughout Remembrance Day, more than 117,000 animated poppies each representing one of Canadas fallen continued to cascade on the Peace Tower and Centre Block.

Do the KIND Thing on World Kindness Day, Donate Blood

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Lundi, novembre 11, 2019

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This November, in commemoration of Remembrance Day (November 11) and World Kindness Day (November 13), KIND Snacks and Canadian Blood Services are creating change and encouraging Canadians to celebrate kindness by donating blood.

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This November, in commemoration of Remembrance Day (November 11) and World Kindness Day (November 13), KIND Snacks and Canadian Blood Services are creating change and encouraging Canadians to celebrate kindness by donating blood.
KIND Snacks is proud to partner with Canadian Blood Services to drive awareness of blood donation during the month of November, both in honour of Remembrance Day and World Kindness Day.
To drive Canadians to Do the KIND Thing, every individual who visits a Canadian Blood Services donor centre from November 11 15 will receive a KIND bar.
Visit www.blood.ca/worldkindnessday to take the pledge and celebrate World Kindness Day by giving blood - it is the kindest thing you can do.

Royal Canadian Legion National Poppy Campaign begins

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Vendredi, octobre 25, 2019

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OTTAWA, Oct. 25, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Thousands of volunteers began handing out red poppies across Canada today, the start of The Royal Canadian Legions National Poppy Campaign.

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OTTAWA, Oct. 25, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Thousands of volunteers began handing out red poppies across Canada today, the start of The Royal Canadian Legions National Poppy Campaign.
Each year, the Legion also chooses and names the countrys National Silver Cross Mother, and her name and story will be released on November 1.
The symbolic beginning of the National Poppy Campaign was on October 15, with the presentation of the First Poppy to Her Excellency The Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada.
It culminates with the Legions National Remembrance Day Ceremony at the National War Memorial in Ottawa on November 11.

Renowned Sculptor Susan Bahary Spearheading Efforts to Create "National Service Animals Monument"

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Vendredi, novembre 9, 2018

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SAUSALITO, Calif., Nov. 9, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Susan Bahary is recognized internationally for her sculptures honoring America's veterans and their war service animal companions.

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SAUSALITO, Calif., Nov. 9, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Susan Bahary is recognized internationally for her sculptures honoring America's veterans and their war service animal companions.
To honor their deeds and sacrifices and the vital work of all our service animals--past, present and future--Bahary is raising funds to create the first in the world proposed National Service Animals Monument to honor ALL service animals and their handlers including military, law enforcement, search and rescue, assistance, guide, therapy and others.
Please help raise awareness of these forgotten heroes by wearing a Purple Poppy on Remembrance Days, on the first-ever National Service Animals Day this November 13th, or on any day of the year to honor service animals.
To support our cause and purchase a Purple Poppy Pin, please visit https://nationalserviceanimalsmonument.com/product/purple-poppy-pin/
Susan Bahary is an internationally acclaimed artist based in California.

Governor General to Take Part in Remembrance Day Commemorations in Canada and in Belgium

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Jeudi, novembre 8, 2018

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OTTAWA, Nov. 8, 2018 /CNW/ -Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada, will commemorate Remembrance Day and the 100th anniversary of the Armistice of the First World War at events in both Canada and Belgium.

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OTTAWA, Nov. 8, 2018 /CNW/ -Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada, will commemorate Remembrance Day and the 100th anniversary of the Armistice of the First World War at events in both Canada and Belgium.
On November 10, 2018, she will attend ceremonies in Mons and Le Roeulx, Belgium, to pay homage to our country's efforts in the liberation of Europe during the Great War.
She will then return to Canada for the National Remembrance Day Ceremony at the National War Memorial, in Ottawa, on November 11.
The Governor General will also lay a wreath on behalf of Canada and speak on the importance of remembering those who paid the ultimate sacrifice in the name of freedom.

Prime Minister to travel to France

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Lundi, novembre 5, 2018

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OTTAWA, Nov. 5, 2018 /CNW/ -The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced that he will travel to France from November 10 to 12, 2018, to attend commemoration events for the 100th anniversary of the First World War Armistice and the first-ever Paris Peace Forum.

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OTTAWA, Nov. 5, 2018 /CNW/ -The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced that he will travel to France from November 10 to 12, 2018, to attend commemoration events for the 100th anniversary of the First World War Armistice and the first-ever Paris Peace Forum.
On November 10, the Prime Minister, along with the Minister of Veterans Affairs, SeamusO'Regan, will meet with Canadian veterans and thank them for their service and sacrifice.
On Remembrance Day, Prime Minister Trudeau will participate in commemoration ceremonies in Paris on the 100th anniversary of the Armistice, which marked the end of the First World War.
During the visit, Prime Minister Trudeau will meet with the President of France, Emmanuel Macron, to further strengthen the deep friendship between our two countries, and explore ways to promote even closer collaboration.

The American Legion Family encourages communities to wear a red poppy on National Poppy Day, May 25, 2018

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Jeudi, mai 17, 2018

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INDIANAPOLIS, May 17, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- With Memorial Day on the horizon, The American Legion Family reminds the public that Congress supports May 25, 2018 as National Poppy Day.

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INDIANAPOLIS, May 17, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- With Memorial Day on the horizon, The American Legion Family reminds the public that Congress supports May 25, 2018 as National Poppy Day.
In 1920, the red poppy was adopted by The American Legion Family as the official memorial flower.
"Each year, members of The American Legion Family, led by the American Legion Auxiliary, distribute poppies with a request for a donation," said Diane Duscheck, national president of The American Legion Auxiliary.
Founded in 1919, the American Legion Auxiliary (ALA) helps to advance the mission of The American Legion.