Commemorative events
Upcoming events that commemorate the sacrifices of Canadian Veterans.
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Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) makes this calendar available as a service to the public. It includes events hosted by VAC, stakeholders and other organizations. VAC can therefore not confirm the accuracy, currency or reliability of all the information provided.
Calendar of Events
EVENTS HAPPENING
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Battle of the Somme
Other
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N/A, CA
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VJ-Day / End of the Second World War
Other
N/A, CA
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The 76th Anniversary of end of war in the Pacific - Hong Kong Veterans Commemorative Association
Commemorative Ceremony
Ottawa, CA
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Veteran's Appreciation Golf Tournament
Athletic / Sporting Event
Milton, CA
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Battle of Hill 70
Other
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N/A, CA
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Dieppe Raid
Other
N/A, CA
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Battle of the Scheldt
Other
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N/A, CA
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Battle of Passchendaele
Other
N/A, CA
Find an event
OtherBattle of the Somme01-Jul-2021 ~ 18-Nov-2021 N/A, CA |
2021-07-01 | Other |
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15-Aug-2021 N/A, CA |
2021-08-15 | Other |
Commemorative CeremonyThe 76th Anniversary of end of war in the Pacific - Hong Kong Veterans Commemorative Association15-Aug-2021 Ottawa, CA |
2021-08-15 | Commemorative Ceremony |
Athletic / Sporting EventVeteran's Appreciation Golf Tournament15-Aug-2021 Milton, CA |
2021-08-15 | Athletic / Sporting Event |
OtherBattle of Hill 7015-Aug-2021 ~ 25-Aug-2021 N/A, CA |
2021-08-15 | Other |
OtherDieppe Raid19-Aug-2021 N/A, CA |
2021-08-19 | Other |
OtherBattle of the Scheldt02-Oct-2021 ~ 08-Nov-2021 N/A, CA |
2021-10-02 | Other |
OtherBattle of Passchendaele10-Nov-2021 N/A, CA |
2021-11-10 | Other |
MORE INFORMATION
105th anniversary of the Battles of the Somme and Beaumont-Hamel
The service and sacrifices of Canadians and Newfoundlanders 105 years ago have not been forgotten.
Second World War Tribute Program
The Second World War Tribute program honours the sacrifices and achievements of Canada’s Second World War Veterans.
Canada Remembers: The virtual panel series
Listen. Learn. Discuss. The virtual panel series allows you to learn more about commemoration, Canada’s military history, and the experiences of our Veterans.
Significant commemorative events
Find information on recurring commemorative milestone days, weeks and other events.
Commemorative Partnership Program
The Commemorative Partnership Program (CPP) provides funding to organizations undertaking remembrance initiatives.
Candlelight Tribute Ceremony
Candlelight ceremonies began in the Netherlands to honour those who liberated the country from German occupation during the Second World War.
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