Remembrance Day 2026 in South Burnaby: Bonsor Park Cenotaph

Remembrance Day 2026 · Burnaby

South Burnaby's Remembrance Day ceremony is held at the cenotaph in Bonsor Park, at Nelson Avenue and Imperial Street, a short walk from Metrotown. Royal Canadian Legion Branch #83 hosts the service, which starts with a parade from Nelson Avenue and Bennett Street at 10:35 a.m. on Wednesday, November 11, 2026.

About this ceremony

The South Burnaby Cenotaph was built in 1988 and commemorates those who died in the First World War, the Second World War and the Korean War.

Past ceremonies have featured cadets, a marching band, a piper playing the Lament, a reading of In Flanders Fields and wreath-laying by community groups.

Schedule

• 10:35 a.m. — Parade leaves Nelson Avenue and Bennett Street
• 11:00 a.m. — Two minutes of silence
• After the silence — Wreath-laying at the cenotaph

Tips for attending

• Metrotown SkyTrain Station is the closest station.
• Nelson Avenue and nearby streets close briefly for the parade.
• 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

Where is the South Burnaby Remembrance Day ceremony?

At the cenotaph in Bonsor Park, Nelson Avenue and Imperial Street.

What time does it start?

The parade begins at 10:35 a.m., with the ceremony following.

Who hosts it?

Royal Canadian Legion Branch #83.

Details compiled from the City of Burnaby's 2026 announcement, Burnaby Now and Freshet News. Times can change; check with the organizer before you go.