ANAVETS and the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #54 will once again host Remembrance Day ceremonies in Grande Prairie on Nov. 11.
At the Bonnetts Energy Centre, the Legion will be hosting their event. Doors will be opening at 9:45 a.m., with the ceremony slated to start at 10:30, and run until 12:30.
“Grande Prairie Legion #54 is proud to be able to lead an annual Remembrance Day ceremony at Bonnetts Energy Centre to honour fallen heroes and past and present serving members,” said Dean Langton, President of Royal Canadian Legion Branch #54.
The ANAVETS Unit 389 will host their ceremony at the Cenotaph in Jubilee Park.
The parade will depart from 104th Avenue, in front of Trinity Lutheran Church, at 10:50 a.m., and will proceed to the Cenotaph in Jubilee Park.
Mayor Jackie Clayton says Remembrance Day is a day to remember the sacrifices made by those who served for the country.
“Remembrance Day reminds us of the sacrifices made by those who have served our country and the importance of ensuring their stories are never forgotten.”
Following the ceremony, everyone is welcome to attend a luncheon at ANAVETS, located at 10203 – 106 Avenue.
