A parade during Remembrance Day in Victoria, BC
November 11th

Remembrance Day

Our country’s practice of taking time on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month to remember the millions of people who served and made the ultimate sacrifice is one tradition that proudly grows stronger each year in Victoria and across Canada.

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A Remembrance Day Ceremony in downtown Victoria, BC

Remembrance Day in Victoria

Victoria has a rich military history on full display every Remembrance Day. It's the ideal time of year to take in a ceremony at one of the region's cenotaphs or pay a visit to some of the city's many historic military sites and museums.

Naval & Military Museum - CFB Esquimalt

The Naval & Military Museum at CFB Esquimalt preserves and presents Canada’s naval and military heritage through compelling exhibits, artifacts, and personal stories. Located on an active base, the museum offers unique insights into the lives and contributions of service members throughout history.

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An aircraft at the BC Aviation Museum in Victoria, BC

BC Aviation Museum

The BC Aviation Museum offers a meaningful Remembrance Day experience, honouring aviation history and the sacrifices of those who served. Visitors can reflect on the legacy of military and civilian aviators while exploring stories and artifacts that highlight their enduring contributions.

BC Aviation Museum

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Destination Greater Victoria is honoured to be based on the traditional territory of the Lekwungen-speaking peoples of the Songhees Nation and Xwsepsum Nation, whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.