Remembrance Day

This Remembrance Day take the time to remember our fallen soldiers and give thanks to those who have given their lives to protect our beautiful and free country. To all the men and women who have served in both World War I, World War II, Korean War and Vietnam War, and more recently in Afghanistan, Iraq and in numerous other locations around the world. We thank you for your service.

 

There are many ways to observe Remembrance Day in Ontario. 

  • Buy and wear a poppy

  • Attend a local war museum

  • Attend a local service/event in your area

  • Donate to your local legion 

Learn more here.

Check your local legion for events in your area. Learn more.

 

Here's what happening across Ontario this Remembrance Day 2026:

  • Toronto: Torontonians will mark Remembrance Day on Tuesday with a series of ceremonies planned across the city. Learn more here.

  • Collingwood Area: There will be three Remembrance Day ceremonies in the community:

    A Candlelight Service will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. The service is being held at the Thornbury Cenotaph at Thornbury-Clarksburg Union Cemetery (417076 10th Line, Thornbury).

    The Thornbury Remembrance Day Service will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026 starting at 10:30 a.m. at the Thornbury Cenotaph at Jack Acres Park.

    The Ravenna Remembrance Day Service will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026 at 12:30 p.m. at the Ravenna Cenotaph at Ravenna Memorial Park. Learn more here.

  • Georgina Area:

    With Remembrance Day approaching, residents in Georgina will have a few opportunities to pay their respects and honour the sacrifices of those who served. 

    Ceremonies will include a moment of silence, wreath laying and remarks from local dignitaries. Flags will be lowered at all town facilities on Nov. 8 in commemoration of Indigenous Veterans Day and on Nov. 11 for Remembrance Day. Learn more.

  • The Town of Tecumseh's Remembrance Day Ceremony is coming up this weekend.

    The public is invited on Saturday to join town officials to pay their respects to the fallen.

    The ceremony will be at the Tecumseh Cenotaph in front of town hall, and the ceremony starts at 11 a.m. Learn more.

  • Oshawa: The City of Oshawa is inviting the community to join the Royal Canadian Legion Branches 43 and 637 for the annual Remembrance Day Parade and Ceremony on Wednesday, November 11. The parade begins at 10:25 a.m. at the R.S. McLaughlin Armoury and will travel to the Memorial Park cenotaph. Learn more.

  • Remembrance Day ceremonies and events in Ottawa. Learn more.

  • Hamilton: The City of Hamilton is inviting residents to come together in remembrance and gratitude at Remembrance Day ceremonies taking place across the community from Friday, November 6 to Wednesday, November 11. These events honour the service and sacrifice of Veterans, active military members and those who gave their lives in service to Canada. Learn More.

  • Barrie. Community members are invited to attend the annual Remembrance Day service at Springwater Provincial Park on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026, to honour and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to Canada. Learn more.

 

Ways to Give Back

Visit the Royal Canadian Legion’s online store at poppystore.ca to purchase a poppy-themed item. The proceeds support the Legion and Canada's Veterans.   The Sunnybrook Veterans Centre will hold its annual Operation Raise a Flag fundraiser, in which thousands of small Canadian flags are planted outside the centre to show appreciation for its residents. Learn more.

Purchase a poppy at your local grocery store, bank, or coffee shop, or stop by an HSBC Bank Canada and use their poppy box to make a safe, secure, and easy donation with the touchless HSBC “Pay Tribute” tap-enabled donation boxes (via card). More information here.

 

 

Other Ways to honour our veterans and active service members:

  • Observe a moment of silence on November 11th at 11AM

  • Thank a veteran in person

  • Wear a poppy and donate to a local charity that support veterans (ex. Wounded Warriors, True Patriot Love, VETS Canada)

  • Attend an event at your local branch of the Royal Canadian Legion