Calgary students help prepare Remembrance Day tribute
Remembrance Day may be weeks away, but a lot of people are already busy preparing for one of our city’s most powerful salutes to the fallen. And as Gil Tucker shows us, they’re getting a helping hand from some young Calgarians eager to show their respect. Watch...
Students get heartfelt history lesson with Field of Crosses
What began with a few hundred white crosses in 2009 has grown to more than 3,200, all paying tribute to those who died serving their country. “We’ve made it bigger and organized more and gotten more crosses. (My dad) was so...
Five Things To Know About The Field Of Crosses
Lest we forget, the more than 3,000 white crosses now on display along Memorial Drive aims to ensure that Calgarians remember the sacrifices of Southern Albertans in the fight for freedom. Now in its seventh year, the Field Of Crosses Memorial Project pays tribute to...
Calgary students lay 3,200 silk flowers to honour fallen soldiers
CALGARY — Students from Delta West Academy placed a silk flower on each of the 3,200 crosses at the “Field of Crosses” on Memorial Drive Thursday. The annual act helps the students appreciate the enormity of the sacrifices southern Alberta soldiers have made. Delta...
Calgary’s Field of Crosses Memorial Project returns to honour veteran
Volunteers in Calgary have spent days setting up 3,200 white crosses commemorating southern Albertan lives spent in the service of the nation. In it’s seventh year, more than 100 volunteers with the Field of Crosses Memorial Project finished erecting thousands of...
Today, September 30th, we observe the third National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in Canada.
Let us come together as a nation to acknowledge our troubled history concerning the grave injustices linked to the residential school system.
This day serves to honour the children who never returned home, the Survivors, as well as their families and communities.
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It's almost that time of year again!
Since 2009, the 11 days leading up to Remembrance Day have been a powerful symbol of gratitude in Calgary, with over 3500 crosses gracing our landscape. These silent sentinels found throughout The Field of Crosses pay tribute to the courageous soldiers from Southern Alberta and across Canada who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
When You Adopt A Cross, your donation ensures that the memory of these heroes endures for generations to come. Let us never forget the selfless men and women who sacrificed their tomorrows for our today.
Visit our website now for all the details about The Field of Crosses memorial and discover how you can contribute by Adopting A Cross today!
www.fieldofcrosses.com/adoptacross/
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👏 Huge congratulations are in order to the Cantaré Children's Choi and Major (Ret'd) Kent Griffiths!
#yyc #calgary #congratulations #cantarechildrenschoir #fieldofcrossesWhile Cantilena and Cantiga were enjoying their Autumn Retreat at Camp Chestermere, Cantare was thrilled perform at the Investiture Service of the Order of St George.
The Order of St George is a Chivalric Order whose mission is to “better the health and well-being of members of the Canadian Armed Forces, Veterans, and their families, and supports the Canadian Cadet and Junior Ranger Program” We are proud to have choristers who participate in these programs outside of choir.
The Investiture service welcomed new Knights of the order, including our very own Major [Ret] Kent Griffiths from the Field of Crosses, congratulations to all those who were honoured this day!!
🙌 As we continue to prepare for the season of remembrance, we want to take another opportunity to reflect on the unwavering dedication of our volunteers.
❄️ Last year, some chilly weather and snowfall couldn't stop these incredible volunteers from coming together to install crosses and prep the site here at The Field of Crosses along Memorial Drive.
❤️ Today, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of the generous individuals who take the time to lend a helping hand year after year.
📱 There are still opportunities to get involved this year! Click the link below to view our 2023 volunteer availability.
www.fieldofcrosses.com/volunteers/
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I wish I could make it! I am cursing my husband right now for making me sick
Thank you to Parts Canada for their generosity in hosting Field of Crosses at their warehouse during the crucial Cross Preparation that has been taking place over the past few weeks with a few more to follow.
James Danyluk and the Parts Canada team have gone above and beyond to make us welcome and have provided us with much assistance to make the job easier. Your support is greatly appreciated!
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