Remembrance Day Ceremony at Victory Square 2025

📍 Location: Victory Square, West Hastings St & Cambie St, Vancouver, BC
📅 Date: Tuesday, November 11, 2025
🕘 Time: Ceremony begins at 10:30 AM | 2 Minutes of Silence at 11:00 AM
🎟️ Admission: Free | All Ages | Open to the Public

Event Overview

Each year, thousands gather at Victory Square in downtown Vancouver to honour and remember the courageous individuals who have served Canada in times of war, conflict, and peace. The Remembrance Day Ceremony at Victory Square is one of the city's most significant commemorations, offering a moment of reflection, unity, and gratitude.

The ceremony includes traditional military and veterans’ processions, choral performances, prayer readings, and the observance of two minutes of silence at 11:00 AM, marking the exact moment the Armistice came into effect in 1918, ending the First World War.

Members of the public are invited to lay wreaths, place poppies at the cenotaph, and pay tribute in their own personal way.

Ceremony Program Highlights

• Parade Arrival & Procession
  Veterans, members of the Canadian Armed Forces, cadets, and first responders take part in the formal march.

• Memorial Service & Readings
  Featuring prayers, acknowledgments, and poetry honouring those who served.

• Last Post & Two Minutes of Silence
  A solemn tribute marking remembrance across Canada.

• Wreath Laying at the Cenotaph
  Officials, families, and community members may participate.

What to Know Before You Go

• Arrive Early: Crowds begin gathering well before 10:30 AM.

• Dress for the Weather: The ceremony takes place rain or shine.

• Transit Recommended: Street closures and limited parking may affect vehicle access.
  Victory Square is close to Stadium–Chinatown and Granville SkyTrain stations.

Why This Event Matters

Remembrance Day is a time to honour:

• Veterans and fallen soldiers

• Indigenous service members and military contributions

• Peacekeepers serving around the world today

• Families and loved ones who continue to carry the legacy of service

By gathering together, Vancouver pays tribute and ensures these stories of courage and sacrifice are not forgotten.

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