Tag: Remembrance Day

From Nanaimo to the Cowichan Valley, many pay their respects veterans who served in war 

Tears were shed across southern Vancouver Island as family, friends and veterans remembered those who sacrificed their lives in conflicts across the world.

Local Legion branches prepare to remember those who paid the ultimate sacrifice 

Remembrance Day ceremonies will be held across the Cowichan Valley to honour those who paid the ultimate sacrifice.

Around Town

Tour de Rock riders were welcomed by the entire community at various stops in the Cowichan Valley.

Vancouver Island transit authorities provide free Remembrance Day travel 

Public transit across Vancouver Island will be free for veterans, and active serving military personnel for Remembrance Day as...

B.C. Transit Offering Free Rides to Canadian Forces, Public

Members of the Canadian Forces are getting a free ride. Up to and including Friday, November 10 members of the...

Remembrance Day Service Coming to Charles Hoey Park

On Saturday, people can pay their respects to servicemen and women who fought and died for our freedom, and...

Veterans’ Remembrance Cross Placements: Coming to Local Cemeteries

Remembrance Day is November 11, but this weekend, you have the chance to pay your respects to local war...

Cobble Hill Hosts Unprecedented Memorial Service for Non-Combat Veterans

On Remembrance Day, we honour Canadian soldiers who died in combat, on October 21, there is a memorial honouring...
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