Canadians will gather at cenotaphs and memorials across the country this Friday to remember and honor those who fought under the maple leaf.
This year marks a return to normal for ceremonies, including the one held at the National War Memorial in Ottawa, after being forced to adopt changes due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Wearing a mask and respecting physical distance are no longer compulsory and the traditional parade of veterans will be able to resume its place during the national ceremony, the kick-off of which is scheduled for 10:30 a.m.
Among the dignitaries expected at the national ceremony is Governor General Mary Simon, who is also Commander-in-Chief. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will not be able to attend since he has to fly to an international summit in Cambodia.
It is the Minister of Veterans Affairs, Lawrence MacAulay, who will represent the federal government.
The Royal Canadian Legion intends to take advantage of the ceremony to mark the death of Queen Elizabeth II, as well as the 80e anniversary of the Dieppe raid.
To mark the tragic outcome of the operation in the French port of Dieppe on August 19, 1942, a Red Ensign flag believed to have been carried by one of the 5,000 Canadian soldiers on the battlefield will be displayed. The flag had been bequeathed to the Royal Canadian Legion.
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