Field of Crosses lit by 3,000 candles on eve of Nov. 11
The Field of Crosses alongside Memorial Drive was lit up Sunday night by more than 3,000 candles in honour of the sacrifices made by Canadian soldiers. "There's five acres of crosses here and each one of them was a real human being who got on a train, probably at the...
How you can participate in Calgary’s 2019 Field of Crosses commemorations
Tom Leppard and Murray McCann of the Field of Crosses Memorial join Global News Morning Calgary to discuss how you can participate in the 2019 commemorations. Watch the video
Field of Crosses returns to Memorial Drive ahead of Remembrance Day
It’s a stirring reminder of the sacrifices made by Canadian soldiers, and for the 11th year running row upon row of white crosses are being installed along Memorial Drive just in time for Remembrance Day. Hundreds of volunteers began placing some 3,400 of the ivory...
Christmas Wreath
Happy Holidays. Christmas wreath on the Field of Crosses cenotaph adjacent Memorial drive on display until the New Year. Lest we forget.
Preparing Crosses.
Dozens of volunteers spent three weekends washing, organizing and bundling nearly 3500 crosses of those Southern Albertans who made the ultimate sacrifice. Global Television was there to share the story and the personal connection many volunteers had to the crosses....
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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