Image Credit: Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Image Credit: Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Resources for Remembrance

 

November 8th is National Indigenous Veterans Day. "While not often enough acknowledged, the military service of First Nations, Inuit and Métis in Canada has deep roots. It's so important that we recognize, commemorate and remember their sacrifices" (Government of Canada, 2021).  November 11th is Remembrance Day. "By remembering, we pay tribute to members of the Canadian Armed Forces and RCMP who served to defend our values and freedoms. We also honour those who continue to serve our country today" (Royal Canadian Legion, n.d.)

On November 8th and 11th take time to learn about the sacrifices Indignenous Veterans, members of the Canadian Armed Forces and the RCMP have made. Below you fill find books and videos about Canadians in the Great War, World War II, The Korean War, the Gulf War and the war in Afghanistan.

Books:

Streaming Videos:

 

References

Government of Canada. (2021). Indigenous Veterans Day. https://www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/eng/1605286948270/1605287188462

Royal Canadian Legion. (n.d.). On Remembrance day we honour those who gave their lives to serve our country. https://legion.ca/remembrance/remembrance-day

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