Remembrance Day is celebrated in Canada. During this day they have various events and presentations. They usually have this celebration at the National War Memorial which is located in Ottawa. The sound of the Carillon often signifies the start of the event. While the carillon plays in the background special guests, Royal Canadian Legion, Crown Ministers, Canadian Forces, Diplomatic unit of Ottawa and state assistant will parade. The Canadian flag is showcased in different parts of the place while the anthem “O Canada” is played. Just like other ceremonies the people offers poppies on the Unknown Soldier’s tomb as sign of commemoration. Garlands are also offered by the Silver Cross sisters for mothers who have children sent to fight overseas.
Likewise in the United States, Veterans Day is celebrated as commemoration for soldiers who bravely fought for their country during World War one. Remembrance Day in Canada is a special event for central government workers and sometimes considers as general event depending on the area. In Ontario and Quebec, Remembrance Day is considered as a special holiday. Atlantic and Western Canada on the other hand considers it as a General Holiday.
Remembrance Day is a day to pay respect to the people who lost their lives in battle. For those family who still has loved ones who are soldiers overseas then it is their tradition to send custom flags to also show their support. They also send other tokens such as bears, pictures and cards. Soldiers who are assigned overseas greatly appreciate these tokens very much.