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...
Sharing a third set of photos from our Remembrance Day Ceremony last week. It was a morning of remembrance, reflection, and gratitude, and these images help tell that story.
Thank you for taking the time to remember with us.
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Here is a second gallery of photos from last week’s Remembrance Day Ceremony at the Field of Crosses. Each image reflects the emotion, respect, and connection that this event brings to our community every year.
Thank you again to everyone who took part!
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Last week’s Remembrance Day Ceremony at the Field of Crosses was incredibly moving and we are so grateful to everyone who joined us. Thank you to all of the volunteers, veterans, families, first responders, and community members who helped make the morning, and every ceremony over the Eleven Days of Remembrance, so meaningful.
A huge thank you as well to Global Calgary for broadcasting the ceremony live so those who could not attend in person were still able to take part.
We are sharing this first collection of photos from the ceremony, capturing some of the many powerful moments from the field. There will be another two galleries shared today. Stay tuned!
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Earlier today we shared a glimpse of the work that goes into preparing for our Night of Lights in the hours leading up to the ceremony. This evening we are proud to share a new gallery that highlights moments from the ceremony itself.
Some photos show the lanterns that were carefully placed at the base of the 3,620 crosses, ready to shine from sunset until sunrise on Remembrance Day. Others reflect the emotion in the faces of those who attended, the quiet pauses, and the meaningful moments shared throughout the night.
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This morning's gallery offers a look behind the scenes as our amazing community and volunteers came together to prepare for the Night of Lights Ceremony on November 10.
Before the lanterns glow across the field, they are carefully lit and placed by the hands of people who carry deep gratitude for the fallen. Each flame represents a life. Each lantern honours a sacrifice that continues to guide us toward remembrance.
Thank you to every participant who joined us in this meaningful preparation. Your time, care, and respect help ensure that every hero is remembered with dignity.
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