"At the going down of the sun, and in the morning, we will remember them."

November 11th is Remembrance Day.  The day we, as Canadians, pause to remember and commemorate the deaths of hundreds of Canadians who fought and died for our freedom.  Young men and women, both in service of the military and civilian, who sacrificed their lives to ensure that we live better ones. 

As both proud young Canadians and Cadets, it is our duty to participate in the Remembrance Day parade every year.  November 11th is one of the most important days of the year for Cadets across Canada to show their pride in their Corps and Country, and to show they remember, they will always remember. 

As we do each year, Fraser will participate in the Remembrance Day ceremony in New Westminster, at the Armories and City Hall.  Lest we forget.

~ PO1 A. Gagnon, RCSCC FRASER

This photo from the Veterans Affairs archive was taken on Columbia Street in New Westminster.  It shows the British Columbia Rifle's Regiment embarking for Europe in 1940.  Private Jack Bernard is seen saying goodbye to his five-year-old son, Warren. 

It serves as a great reminder to me each year as FRASER parades at City Hall.  So many fresh young faces, not in some unknown battleground or foreign city, but walking down a street where I myself have walked many times. 

I find myself wondering if Jack made it home to see his son, or how many of the long line of men behind him are names on War Memorials or in Canadian War Cemeteries across Europe. 

I urge everyone to take the time to wear a poppy, to attend one of the many local ceremonies or just stop for a few minutes of silence on November 11th and remember.  They gave their lives for you, and for that we will be ever thankful and never forget.

~ Lt(N) M. St. Hilaire, RCSCC FRASER