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...
This evening’s Sunset Ceremony for Victory Europe Day will begin at 5:01 p.m.
If you plan to attend in person, please refer to yesterday’s post for road closure and parking details, or visit our website for more information.
As we prepare for tonight’s ceremony, we take a moment to reflect on yesterday’s Canadian Army Day Sunset Ceremony through these beautifully captured photographs.
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This morning’s Sunrise Ceremony recognized Victory Europe Day, reflecting on the 80th anniversary of the end of the war in Europe and the bravery of those who helped secure peace.
As we look ahead to this evening’s Sunset Ceremony at 5:02 p.m, we invite you to look back on moments from yesterday’s Canadian Army Day Sunrise Ceremony.
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On November 6, we gather at sunrise to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of Victory in Europe (V E) Day and the Liberation of the Netherlands at The Field of Crosses.
This day honours the end of nearly six years of war in Europe, a conflict that cost millions of lives and left lasting scars on nations, families, and communities around the world.
The Sunrise Ceremony will begin at 7:38 a.m., and the Sunset Ceremony at 5:01 p.m. We kindly ask that all guests arrive ten minutes before each ceremony.
May 8, 1945, V E Day marked the surrender of Germany and the end of the war in Europe. For millions, it was a day of immense relief and celebration. Streets filled with people dancing, singing, and rejoicing as the darkness of total war lifted. Yet even amidst the joy, the world was reminded that the fight was not yet over. The war in the Pacific would continue until August 1945, and the effects of the conflict would shape generations to come.
At The Field of Crosses, we reflect on this milestone not only as a historic victory but as a testament to courage, endurance, and the price of peace.
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As Canadian Army Day comes to a close, a quiet sense of gratitude settles over The Field of Crosses. Throughout the day, both the sunrise and sunset ceremonies paid tribute to the soldiers who served with honour, courage, and resilience across generations of conflict. Their dedication to our country continues to inspire all who gather here in remembrance.
As we reflect on today’s ceremonies, we also look back on meaningful moments from last evening’s Royal Canadian Navy Day Sunset Ceremony, a reminder of the shared sacrifice and steadfast spirit that unite all who have served beneath the Canadian flag.
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A heartfelt thank you to Mortgage Connection for their ongoing support of The Field of Crosses over the years and for their generous sponsorship of Royal Canadian Navy Day.
The group of amazing people at Mortgage Connection continue to show their commitment to honouring and remembering those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms. Your continued support helps ensure that the stories and legacies of our fallen heroes are never forgotten.
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