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November 11th marks a very important date in history for Canadians. Remembrance Day is a day that we, as a country, reserve space in our hectic lives to reflect on the heroic efforts of the many people who lost their lives during the wars, as well as those who fought and lived to tell the tale.

For many of us, this day is important because we’ve grown up hearing the retellings from survivors of the horrific wars. Our grandparents and/or great grandparents who either served as soldiers on the front lines, or were nurses who aided wounded soldiers back to health or tried to make the agony of their last moments a little more comfortable. 

Some of these brave men and women who fought overseas alongside each other in foreign places like Germany and Scotland never asked for recognition for their services, but rather they were fighting for what they believed in and carried an “it’s what had to be done” attitude which resulted in the freedoms we are proud to have today.

This Remembrance Day consider taking a moment of silence to reflect on the sacrifices of our veterans and why Remembrance Day is important to you. Don’t forget to wear your poppy as there are many ceremonies held across the region in schools, museums, and local historical sights. 

Best Western Plus Rose City Suites would like to take this moment to honor and keep in our hearts those who fought for our freedoms and those who continue to serve Canada.

Lest we forget. 

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