Garden of Remembrance

What better way is there to say thank you than with flowers?

Long a symbol of powerful emotions, flowers also play a role in reminding us of important moments in our history. Did you know, for example, that the daisy became a sign of resistance in the Netherlands during the Second World War? Or that Newfoundlanders wear forget-me-nots each July 1st in memory of those who fought and died at Beaumont-Hamel, France during the First World War’s Battle of the Somme?

We are asking Canadians to make remembrance more than something you feel. Make it something you do by planting a Garden of Remembrance!

What is a Garden of Remembrance, you ask? Whatever you want it to be! Virtual or real, at a local park or in your own backyard… let your imagination guide you!

Get started by checking out these great ideas, templates and resources:

• Be inspired by our Garden of Remembrance Idea Board.
• Learn more about flower symbolism.
• Check out our Garden of Remembrance Photo Gallery.
• Build a garden featuring the Canada Remembers symbol.
• Explore funding possibilities through the Community Engagement Partnership Fund.
• Read about the Remembrance Club’s Green Thumbs for Remembrance (for children ages 5-11).

And don’t forget to share links or post photos of your garden on our Facebook page!

Happy gardening!