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Remembrance Day 2026 · New Westminster
New Westminster honours veterans past and present with a Remembrance Day parade followed by a ceremony at the City Hall Cenotaph, 511 Royal Avenue, on Wednesday, November 11, 2026.
At a glance
- Date — Wednesday, November 11, 2026
- Time — Parade assembly 10:15 a.m.; ceremony 10:25 a.m.
- Location — City Hall Cenotaph, 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC
- Hosted by — City of New Westminster
- Cost — Free and open to the public
About this ceremony
The parade assembles at 10:15 a.m. and the ceremony begins at 10:25 a.m. Livestreamed coverage starts at 10:25 a.m. on YouTube for anyone who cannot attend in person.
Schedule
- 10:15 a.m. — Parade assembly
- 10:25 a.m. — Ceremony begins at the cenotaph (livestream starts)
- 11:00 a.m. — Two minutes of silence
Tips for attending
- Several roads around City Hall close from 6 a.m. Plan to walk, or take SkyTrain to New Westminster Station.
- Can't make it? Watch the livestream on YouTube from 10:25 a.m.
- Arrive early: crowds build before the two minutes of silence at 11 a.m.
- Dress for November weather; ceremonies go ahead rain or shine.
- Wear a poppy and keep phones silent during the silence and the Last Post.
Frequently asked questions
What time is the New Westminster Remembrance Day ceremony?
The parade assembles at 10:15 a.m. and the ceremony begins at 10:25 a.m.
Is it livestreamed?
Yes, on YouTube from 10:25 a.m.
Are there road closures?
Yes. Several roads near City Hall close from 6 a.m.
More ceremonies across Metro Vancouver
See every 2026 Remembrance Day ceremony and parade, city by city, in our Remembrance Day 2026 guide for Metro Vancouver.
Details compiled from Daily Hive's 2026 ceremony and road-closure guides. Times can change; check with the organizer before you go.