The sacrifices of Canada’s men and women in uniform are being remembered in Prince George today.
Following the Royal Canadian Legion’s Remembrance Day Ceremony inside the Civic Centre, residents gathered in force around the cenotaph in front of city hall to pay their respects and take part in a moment of silence for Canadians lost in combat.
“We’ve lost veterans ever since the first world war” said Legion Service Officer John Scott. “What remembrance day is about is remembering the results of war and the futility of war, and remembering these people who gave their lives to protect our freedom”
The proceedings also recognized the 60th Anniversary of the Liberation of Holland from German oppression in World War II.
During occupation, Canadian soldiers were known for their compassion for the the Dutch.
“The Canadians were very involved in supplying food and many of the soldiers themselves would give out their food packets to the community because they couldn’t stand to see these people starving to death” said Scott.
Members of the Dutch-Canadian community were on parade and spoke at the ceremony, reflecting the strong bond the two countries have shared since Canada led the liberation effort in the Netherlands.