New cenotaph at Calgary’s Field of Crosses unveiled
Eyeing the new Field of Crosses Cenotaph Saturday, Jim Welsh says when you sign up to join the armed forces, you’re signing a blank cheque for up to and including your life. “Every one of the crosses (placed here every year) represents someone from this particular...
Field of Crosses Cenotaph unveiled at special ceremony to honour war heroes
CALGARY – Calgarians gathered Saturday morning for the unveiling ceremony of the Field of Crosses Cenotaph, a permanent reminder of our war heroes and the sacrifice they made. The special tribute took place at 9:00 a.m. along Memorial Drive. Murray McCann is the...
New Cenotaph dedicated at Field Of Crosses
The McCann Family Foundation and the Field of Crosses Memorial Project dedicated a new cenotaph Saturday morning. Organizers said the marker will serve as a permanent legacy to those killed during war and peacekeeping missions. The half hour ceremony began at 9 a.m....
Field of Crosses ceremony in Calgary
Thousands of Calgarians braved bitter cold temperatures to pay their respects at various Remembrance Day ceremonies around the city. Sarah Offin reports from the Field of Crosses.
Soldier killed in Afghanistan honoured at the Field of Crosses
There was another moment of reflection at the field of crosses Monday morning. A special sunrise ceremony was dedicated to Nichola Goddard, a soldier killed in Afghanistan in 2006. The bitter cold didn’t stop a large crowd from gathering, and standing stoically among...
It was a busy weekend at the warehouse, with more than 80 volunteers coming out to help prepare the Field of Crosses.
Together, we cleaned, sorted and bundled 2,570 crosses, leaving just 1,130 to go next weekend.
A huge thank you to everyone who gave their time and helped us get one step closer to November.
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September 21 is the International Day of Peace.
Each year, the United Nations calls for 24 hours of non-violence and ceasefire around the world.
Today is a reminder that behind every name we remember is a life affected by conflict, and a shared hope for a future shaped by peace.
May their sacrifice never be forgotten.
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Our first weekend of cross preparation is underway at the warehouse.
A huge thank you to all of the incredible Field of Crosses volunteers who continue to give their time and effort to help bring this important memorial together each year. We truly couldn’t do it without you.
Interested in lending a hand? Learn more about volunteer opportunities here:
www.fieldofcrosses.com/volunteers/
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Thank you to the marvelous volunteers who came out recently to help us unload crosses and set up our "Cross Prep" warehouse for the season.
Kudos and huge thanks also to Parts Canada for their generosity in allowing Field of Crosses the use of their warehouse space.
We appreciate and value our volunteers and sponsors immensely - It is only because of their support that we are able to honour the fallen from Southern Alberta each year.
www.fieldofcrosses.com/
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On Monday August 31, 2026, Field of Cross Founder Murray McCann accepted a donation in the amount of $2,500 from 1885 Regimental Society President, Sarah Conduct and Vice President, Cst Wes Burnside.
The 1885 Regimental Society of the Calgary Police Service raised funds through the sale of a special commemorative Remembrance Day challenge coin.
The Calgary Police Service has been a dedicated partner of the Field of Crosses since its inception in 2009 and remains steadfast in its support today. We are grateful for their friendship and generosity.
www.fieldofcrosses.com/
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