Canadians Honor Veterans and War Victims on Nov 11

On November 11, citizens across Canada gathered for Remembrance Day ceremonies to honor veterans who served in two world wars and other conflicts. Participants wore poppies as a symbol of remembrance for those who died defending freedom. The national event marked the 25th anniversary of the Afghanistan war, which saw over 40,000 service members deploy with 159 fatalities. Prime Minister Mark Carney, Governor General Louise Arbour, and three Second World War veterans laid wreaths at Ottawa's National War Memorial while fighter jets performed flypasts. Local events included similar air displays involving Griffon, Chinook, and Cormorant aircraft. The ceremonies also celebrated the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Legion and the 150th anniversary of the Royal Military College with increased cadet participation. Tributes were paid for four soldiers killed in a tragic fire at CFB Wainwright during training exercises earlier that year, which remains under investigation by military police.