Every year on November 11, Canadians pause to remember the courage, service and sacrifices of the men and women who served our country in times of war, conflict and peace.
Here in Belleville, Remembrance Day is an opportunity for residents and visitors to come together, honour our veterans and reflect on the freedoms we enjoy today.
Here are meaningful ways to pay tribute to those who served our country:
Attend the Remembrance Day Ceremony
The Belleville Veterans Council will host its annual Remembrance Day service on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, starting at 10:30 a.m. at the Belleville Cenotaph, 10 Cannifton Road.
The annual gathering offers an opportunity for the community to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice and recognize the veterans and military personnel who have served and continue to serve Canada.
Residents and visitors are encouraged to attend and show their support.
Consider arriving early to find a place before the ceremony begins.
Wear a Poppy
Starting on the last Friday of October, the familiar red poppy appears on coats and jackets across Canada, a small but powerful symbol of remembrance.
The tradition was inspired by Canadian Lieutenant-Colonel John McCrae’s famous 1915 poem, In Flanders Fields.
The poem described the red poppies growing among soldiers’ graves during the First World War.
Canada officially adopted the poppy as a symbol of remembrance in 1921.
Want to wear a poppy? The Royal Canadian Legion distributes them free of charge, although donations are encouraged to support veterans and their families.
There is no fixed price, so you can contribute whatever amount you wish.
Visit the legion’s website to find a list of participating businesses, or to make a donation online.
Traditionally worn on the left side, close to the heart, the poppy is a simple way to say “we remember”.
Take a Moment to Remember
Even if you can’t attend the ceremony in person, you can still participate in Remembrance Day wherever you are.
At 11 a.m. on November 11, Canadians are encouraged to observe two minutes of silence in memory of those who lost their lives in service to our country.
It’s a simple but powerful gesture of gratitude, remembrance and respect.
Service Changes on Remembrance Day
On Remembrance Day, please note that some municipal services will operate differently.
Belleville Transit will run on its regular schedule, and the Belleville Public Library will remain open.
City Hall, Glanmore National Historic Site and the Community Archives will be closed.
For the complete list of municipal service changes, visit the City of Belleville’s official Remembrance Day announcement.
This Remembrance Day, wherever you find yourself in Belleville, take a moment to pause, reflect and remember.
We remember. We honour. Lest we forget.
