FORT ST. JOHN -- Preparations are underway across the Peace Region for Remembrance Day ceremonies large and small in honour of Canadian soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.
Here's a look at what's planned.
Fort St. John:
The Canadian Legion Branch 102 will host its annual Remembrance Day Parade Monday, November 11th.
The legion has a long and rich history in the community, moving three times since it was formed in 1929, and is home to a collection of priceless war memorabilia.
The parade will commence at 10:30 a.m. from the Cenotaph located at 102 Street and 105 Avenue. Marching past the Royal Canadian Legion, the parade will proceed to City Hall before circling back to the Cenotaph.
To accommodate the parade, road closures will begin around 8:30 a.m. and are expected to reopen around 11:30 a.m. Service groups participating in the parade will line up on 102 Street, extending into the rear parking lot of the School District 60 Office.
Spectators are being encouraged to view the parade along 105 Avenue and 100th Street.
Following the parade, a service will be held inside the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 102 at noon. The day's events will continue with games at 1:00 p.m. and a dinner at 6:00 p.m. The community is encouraged to attend, with all ages welcome.
BC Transit will also offer free modified transit services on Remembrance Day to ensure ease of access for attendees.
For more information, contact the Fort St. John Royal Canadian Legion Branch 102 at 250-785-3917.
Dawson Creek:
On November 8th, The Nawican Friendship Centre will honour Indigenous Veterans with a fire. The event will run form 4:00-6:00 p.m.
While on Monday, a Remembrance Day Service hosted by Legion Branch 141 will be held at the Unchagah Hall beginning at 10:30 a.m.
The City of Dawson Creek is asking attendees to arrive early to ensure their seat.
Fort Nelson:
A community ceremony will take place at the Northern Rockies Regional Recreation Centre, located on 5500 Alaska Highway.
Doors to the event open at 10:15 a.m. with the ceremony beginning at 10:45 a.m.
Following the ceremony, a luncheon will take place at the Northern Lamplighters where donations are being encouraged.
Hudson’s Hope:
The ‘Lest We Forget’ Remembrance Day Ceremony will start at 10:45 a.m. at the Cenotaph, located outside the District Office on 9904 Dudley Drive.