Remembrance Day Ceremony honours Indigenous veterans on campus – The Queen’s Journal

November 15, 2024

The service commended Canadian Armed Forces members, old and new

Students and staff gathered in Grant Hall this Remembrance Day to honour veterans.

On Nov. 11, spectators gathered on campus to observe the national holiday. In a collaboration between the Rector, the Principal’s Office, and Faith and Spiritual Life, classes were cancelled from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. to allow for participation in the ceremony.

Director, Faith and Spiritual Life, and Interfaith Chaplain Erin Burns began the service with a land acknowledgement noting the importance of Indigenous veterans in the commemoration of Remembrance Day.

“We offer this land acknowledgement as we begin quite intentionally, ensuring our understanding of veterans includes Indigenous veterans, people of colour, and women,” Burns said.

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