Veterans' Week 2009

Veterans' Week 1999

November 5-11 is Veterans' Week in Canada, a week to honour and remember the achievements and sacrifice of Canada's veterans. As we prepare to say good-bye to the 20th Century, our Veterans' Week theme this year will cover Canada's military history throughout the past 100 years - A Century of Valour.

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Contents

Official Launch

Battle of the Gulf of St. Lawrence

Veterans Recollect a Century of Valour

Youth Site

PM's Declaration

1999 Poster

25 Ways to take part

Postcards for Peace

Web Remembrance Links

Press Kit

Visit the Youth Site

55th Anniversary - The spirit of remembrance lives on, as we commemorate a little known phase of the Second World War that took place right inside Canada. It is the incredible tale of the men and women who defended our shores, seas and skies in the Gulf of St. Lawrence between 1942 and 1944. more...

A Century of Valour on RealVideo. Listen to interviews with veterans as they share their tragedies and joys. more...

From Elementary School to Senior and Secondary School levels, educational materials for youth of all ages as well as for educators to help mark Veterans' Week in the classroom. more...

In recognition of the service and achievement of Canadians at home and overseas during the First World War, the Second World War, the Korean War, the Gulf War and peacekeeping operations around the world. more...

A Century of Valour -- The 1999 Remembrance Day poster commemorates Canada's wartime and peacekeeping efforts throughout the 20th century. more...

Getting involved is the first step towards remembering the past, understanding the present and facing the future. This page is designed to help you make the most of Veterans' Week. more...