Lest We Forget Her: Canadian women who have died in service

Women have long answered the call to serve and have shaped Canada’s military history in profound ways. From early roles as caregivers and nurses to positions of leadership and combat, they have and continue to serve with strength and resilience.

Since Confederation, over 200 women have died while serving in the Canadian military and Royal Canadian Mounted Police. We honour their memory by ensuring their sacrifice is never forgotten. Explore the links below to discover their stories and honour their legacy.

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Johnstone Jane Canadian Merchant Navy
Kennedy Eliza Canadian Merchant Navy
McDiarmid Jessie Mabel Canadian Army Medical Corps
McKenzie Mary Agnes Canadian Army Medical Corps
McLean Rena Canadian Army Medical Corps
Oliphant Mary Elizabeth Canadian Merchant Navy
Whitely Anna Elizabeth Canadian Army Nursing Service
Forneri Agnes Florien Canadian Army Medical Corps
Kealy Ida Lilian Canadian Army Medical Corps
Hennan Victoria Belle Canadian Army Medical Corps
Ross Ada Janet Canadian Army Medical Corps
Baker Miriam Eastman Canadian Army Medical Corps
Dagg Ainslie St Clair Canadian Army Medical Corps
Twist Dorothy Pearson Canadian Military V.A.D.
Twiss Ellen Jewel Royal Canadian Air Force (Women's Division)