The City of Toronto will commemorate Veterans’ Week from Thursday, November 5 to Wednesday, November 11, honouring the sacrifices of those who have given their lives in service to Canada. This year, the City is honouring the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Legion.
Throughout the week, ceremonies and activities will be held to remember and pay tribute to veterans and active service members, culminating in Remembrance Day ceremonies across the city on Wednesday, November 11.
Thursday, November 5 – Poppy installation on the Toronto Sign
An illuminated poppy has been added to the Toronto Sign at Nathan Phillips Square, in remembrance of and to support the Royal Canadian Legion’s National Poppy Campaign during its 100th anniversary. The Toronto Sign will also be lit red.
Thursday, November 5 to Wednesday, November 11 – “Toronto Remembers” exhibit
This installation features panels recounting significant military and peacekeeping milestones intertwined with Toronto’s past, present and future. In partnership with Metrolinx, this installation will be exhibited in the Rotunda at Toronto City Hall and placed along the construction fencing at Queen Street West and Bay Street.
Sunday, November 8 – Indigenous Veterans Day
Toronto will mark Indigenous Veterans Day, honouring First Nations, Métis, Inuit and non-status Indigenous veterans who have served in conflicts around the world. This day highlights their ongoing contributions to the Canadian military and the important role they have played in Canada’s history.
A ceremony at the Spirit Garden at Nathan Phillips Square will include traditional ways of remembrance. A Sacred Fire will be led by Young Spiritual Elder Noodjmowin, and a Sharing Circle will be held to honour and learn about those who have served. Everyone is invited to attend the Sacred Fire.
Mayor Olivia Chow will proclaim November 8 as Indigenous Veterans Day and the Toronto Sign will be lit in the four colours of the Medicine Wheel – red, white, yellow and black.
More details about the Indigenous Veterans Day ceremony are available on the City’s webpage: www.toronto.ca/city-government/awards-tributes/tributes/toronto-remembers/indigenous-veterans-day.
Wednesday, November 11 – Remembrance Day ceremonies
On Wednesday, November 11, starting at 10:45 a.m., Remembrance Day ceremonies will be held at various locations across Toronto, including:
The Old City Hall ceremony will also be streamed live on the City’s YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/user/thecityoftoronto and on the City’s Remembrance Day Ceremonies webpage: www.toronto.ca/LestWeForget.
To facilitate the Remembrance Day ceremony at Old City Hall and to ensure public safety, there will be road restrictions and transit diversions in the area:
Full ceremony details are also available on the City’s Remembrance Day Ceremonies webpage: www.toronto.ca/LestWeForget.
Wednesday, November 11 – TTC moment of remembrance
Toronto Transit Commission vehicles will stop for two minutes on Wednesday, November 11, at 11 a.m., where operationally feasible.
For more information on marking Remembrance Day 2026, visit the City’s Remembrance Day webpage: www.toronto.ca/Remembrance.
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“During Veterans’ Week, Torontonians honour the courage, sacrifice and service of those who have served our country. This year, we recognize a century of dedication to supporting veterans and making sure the legacies of those who served are never forgotten by commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Legion. During Veterans’ Week, I encourage all Torontonians to reflect on the sacrifices made in service to our country by attending a ceremony, observing a moment of silence, wearing a poppy or sharing a message of gratitude.”
– Mayor Olivia Chow
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