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Each year, Canada marks Veterans' Week from November 5 to 11. Veterans' Week is a time to honour and remember all those who served Canada in times of war, military conflict and peace. Throughout the week, commemorative events and activities will be held in communities across Canada.
This year, we call upon all Canadians, especially youth, to take an active role in commemoration. Taking part in remembrance events develops a deeper understanding of the sacrifices and achievements of those who have served and continue to serve our country. As Canadians, we have endless opportunities to become involved in remembrance. We can talk to a Veteran, visit a local cenotaph or monument, read a book or attend a Remembrance Day ceremony.
When we take an active role in commemoration we become part of a legacy of remembrance and gratitude. We also set an example for future generations so that the torch of remembrance continues to burn brightly.
http://www.vac-acc.gc.ca/remembers/sub.cfm?source=feature/week2007
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2007 Poster - Lest We Forget
Lest We Forget
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The Veterans' Week 2007 poster features Canadian troops continuing the noble tradition of taking an active role in bringing stability and peace to parts of the world that have seen turmoil and upheaval. Canadian Forces members shown in this poster are on a training exercise before leaving for the international mission in Afghanistan. These men and women are continuing Canada's legacy, passed on by our Veterans, of defending peace, freedom and the preservation of human values worldwide.
The soldiers featured in the background of this poster stand with great pride. They stand for all Canadians who answered the call when their country was in need. They stand as a reminder of the sacrifices and accomplishments of the brave men and women who defended the values Canadians enjoy today.
In the upper-left corner of the poster a silhouette of a lone Veteran bows his head in remembrance. He stands in sombre solitude, honouring the many Canadian Veterans who have paid the ultimate sacrifice for their country.
Canada's New Government is dedicated to helping all Canadians, especially youth, understand and appreciate the sacrifices made by our Veterans. Each year Canadians are called to take an active role in commemoration and to ensure that the selfless dedication of Canadian Veterans is never forgotten.
Lest we forget.
Photo credits:
Main image: Combat Camera, National Defence
Background image: Troops of "B" Company, 2nd Battalion, Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry in North Korea, February 1951. National Defence / Library and Archives Canada / PA-115034
Silhouette image: Veteran Affairs Canada
Poster available from:
Canada Remembers Division
Veterans Affairs Canada
Charlottetown PE C1A 8M9
© Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada, represented by the Minister of Veterans Affairs, 2007
