Field of Crosses Memorial Project – Wire Source
The McCann Family Foundation, the Calgary Poppy Fund and the Field of Crosses Memorial Project's volunteer board of directors wishes to welcome Calgarians to the annual Field of Crosses Memorial Project. "A yearly tribute to Southern Alberta's fallen soldiers" In...
Sunrise ceremonies to honour Albertans killed in war
The crosses are back on Memorial Drive. There are thousands of them, each white marker a stark reminder of the many southern Alberta soldiers to die in combat. Murray McCann, whose McCann Family Foundation funds the project to erect crosses along Memorial Drive in...
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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