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We Pause I� a
On November 11, at 11:00 a.m., Canadians across the country pause for two minutes of silence to honour and
remember all the men and women who have served our country so that we may enjoy the freedoms we have today.
Remembrance Day was first observed in 1919. It was originally called `Armistice Day" to commemorate the armistice
agreement that ended World War 1 on Monday, November 11, 1918, at 11 a.m.—at the eleventh hour of the eleventh
day of the eleventh month.
From 1921 to 1930, Armistice Day was held on the Monday of the week in which November 11 fell. In 1931, Alan
Neill, Member of Parliament for Comox–Alberni, introduced a bill to observe Armistice Day only on November 11.
The bill, which was passed by the House of Commons, also changed the name to "Remembrance Day" The first
Remembrance Day was observed on November 11, 1931.
Why two minutes of silence?
The tradition of two minutes of silence originated in Cape Town, South Africa, in 1918. In April of that year, Germany's
occupation was still in full force. People feared not only for their loved ones, but for the outcome of the war. The Cape
Town Mayor appealed to citizens to observe a special silence. On May 14, two minutes of silence were observed,
initiated by the firing of the noonday gun on Signal Hill: the first minute was a time of thanksgiving for those who had
returned alive, and the second minute was to remember those who had not made it home. To signal the end of the
silence, a bugler played the Last Post and Reveille. This ritual was repeated every day until the Armistice was signed
at 11:00 a.m. on November 11, 1918.
In Flanders Fields
At the Second Battle of Ypres in April 1915, Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae penned what is now the most widely
recognized poem written during World War 1. Exhausted and saddened by the death of a close friend, McCrae
composed In Flanders Fields. The poem is still recited at Remembrance Day services today, a reminder to those left
standing to keep the faith and carry on.
In Flanders fields the poppies blow
Between the crosses, row on row,
That mark our place; and in the sky
The larks, still bravely singing, fly
Scarce heard amid the guns below.
We are the Dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved and were loved, and now we lie
In Flanders fields.
Take up our quarrel with the foe:
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold it high.
If ye break faith with us who die
We shall not sleep, though poppies grow
In Flanders fields.
The Unknown Soldier
In May 2000 Canada repatriated the remains of an Unknown Soldier from France and laid them to rest at the
National War Memorial in Ottawa. The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Ottawa has become a national symbol of
remembrance and thanks, and each year people are invited to place their poppies on the tomb after the National
Remembrance Day Ceremony.
We wear a Poppy to honour their sacrifice
Millions of Canadians wear a poppy each year, from the last Friday in October to Remembrance Day, in recognition
of the sacrifices made for our freedom. After the Remembrance Day Ceremony on November 11, people are invited
to place their poppies at the Cenotaph.
In Canada, the poppy was adopted in 1921 as the official symbol of remembrance. The Royal Canadian Legion
suggests that poppies be worn on the left lapel, or as close to the heart as possible.
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Canadian veterans are our heroes
The peace and democracy that we enjoy in Canada today is the
result of the great sacrifice made by thousands of Canadians who
risked their lives during conflicts around the world. Let's take the
time to remember them on November 11.
CELEBRATE THE EXCEPTIONAL
Remembrance Day highlights the outstanding contribution of all
military members through the generations who have ensured the
protection of Canada and its allies. November 11 gives us a special
opportunity to highlight their immeasurable contribution. It's a
privilege to honor these brave men and women who have fought
for justice and for the freedom of many people, at home and
abroad.
Here are some concrete actions you can take to demonstrate your
appreciation and gratitude:
• Attend a memorial service in your arca and invite your family
and friends to go with you.
• Buy and proudly wear a poppy pin. The proceeds go directly to
support veterans' services.
• Write to one or more CanadianArmed Forces veterans to express
your gratitude and congratulate them on their courage.
• Browse some of the audiovisual documents published on the Vet-
erans Affairs Canada website. They'll help you learn more about
Canadian history and the invaluable contributions of our
armed forces.
• Show your support for veterans by posting
messages and videos on social media with
the hashtag w:
#RememberThem.
For more information, visit the
"Remembrance"section of the Veterans
Affairs Canada
website at www.veterans.gc.ca.
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