It is one of Canada’s most heartfelt and enduring traditions. On Remembrance Day, Canadians across the country paused and paid their respect to those killed in war and military conflict. Royal Canadian Legion branches conducted ceremonies in Lakeland communities to mark the occasion. A good crowd braved the cold weather at Bonnyville’s outdoor service; St. […]
Lakeland residents will have the opportunity to observe Remembrance Day at public ceremonies in their communities on November 11. The Cold Lake branch of the Royal Canadian Legion is once again leading the service at Cold Lake Energy Centre, where it had been prior to the Covid pandemic. A Legion colour party, military personnel including […]
Remembrance Day was observed at outdoor cenotaphs in Lakeland communities last week. For the second consecutive year, uncertainty surrounding Covid-19 restrictions made it impossible to plan large indoor gatherings. But whereas last year the Royal Canadian Legion asked the public to observe the day in their homes, people were welcome this year to attend the […]
St. Paul and Cold Lake Legions held small Remembrance Day ceremonies last Wednesday, and urged the public to mark their own observances at home. At both locations, some people still came out to watch and participate from a distance. The Bonnyville branch proceeded with a Covid-compliant public ceremony, which drew approximately 200 people. “It was […]