Alberta

Province Code
AB

Calgary Salutes, in partnership with HMCS Tecumseh, 41 Canadian Brigade Group, and The Military Museums, will mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day and the Battle of the Atlantic with a parade honouring Canada’s military history.

The parade will feature ceremonial units including HMCS Tecumseh, 41 Brigade, Cadets, WWII-era military vehicles, Pipes and Drums, and remarks from local dignitaries, military leaders, and veterans. The event will also include performances of God Save the King and O Canada.

Unveiling of the Women of War Memorial at Veterans Memorial Gardens & Interpretive Centre. Doors open at 5 PM to view the Women of War Display. Ceremony starts at 7 PM

A formal Cadet run parade between the countries of Canada and the United States of America will take place at 10:30 am Pacific Time. Join us as the youth prepare to greet each other and jointly gift Christmas wreaths to the families of our fallen of both countries. Participation by the Royal Canadian Air Cadets, Royal Canadian Sea Cadet Corps, the Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps and the Civil Air Patrol Cadets of the Rocky Mountain Region.