Remembrance Day Parade Returns Next Week
A parade and ceremony will be held on Remembrance Day, November 11th, to honor fallen Canadian soldiers and recognize the service of living veterans and active military members.
Event Details in Fort St. John
The city’s annual Remembrance Day parade and ceremony will start at 10:40 a.m. on Tuesday, November 11th, downtown Fort St. John. This event is a tribute to local veterans and commemorates those who served.
Parade Route and Ceremony
Organized by the local branch of the Royal Canadian Legion, the parade begins outside the School District 60 office on 102nd Street. It proceeds past the legion building along 105th Avenue, reaches City Hall, and then returns to the cenotaph for an outdoor ceremony.
Post-Ceremony Activities
After the ceremony, participants and attendees are invited to join activities inside the legion. According to the City of Fort St. John’s website, attractions include horse races, a turkey shoot, and a dinner. The event is free and does not require pre-registration.
Transportation and Road Closures
BC Transit will offer free rides to veterans on Remembrance Day. Road closures will be implemented along the parade route and near the legion building from 9:30 a.m. to noon, with no vehicle access permitted during this time.
“There will be a parade and ceremony on Remembrance Day, November 11th, to pay tribute to fallen Canadian soldiers and celebrate the service of living veterans and active service members.”
“Road closures will be in effect along the parade route and near the legion building from 9:30 a.m. to noon on the 11th, with no vehicle access whatsoever.”
Author’s summary: Fort St. John’s Remembrance Day parade on November 11th honors veterans with a ceremonial parade, free transit for vets, and community activities following the service.