Every year on the eleventh day, of the eleventh month, at the eleventh hour, Canadians gather to stand in honour of all who have fallen.
Together, we observe a moment of silence to mark the sacrifice of the many who have fallen in the service of their country, and to acknowledge the courage of those who still serve.
Langley City invites our community to gather together at the Douglas Park Cenotaph to remember all who served and sacrificed for our country. If you are unable to attend in person see the online ceremony page for another option.
In Person Ceremony
In-Person Ceremony Details:
Date: November 11, 2024
Time: 10:50am - Ceremony starts
Location: Douglas Park Cenotaph - 20550 Douglas Crescent
Parking: Available on City Hall / Timms Community Centre, located at 20399 Douglas Crescent. Street parking is also available in the area, however Douglas Crescent from 204 Street to 206 Street and a portion of Park Avenue will be closed from 6:30am to 1:00pm.
Order of Service
Greetings
"O Canada"
Invocation Prayer
Last Post
Two Minutes of Silence
In Flanders Field Poem
Lament
Rouse
Act of Remembrance
The Lord's Prayer & Scripture Reading
"O God Our Help in Ages Past"
Act of Homage
Laying of the Wreaths
"Amazing Grace"
Benediction Pastor
"God Save the King"
Online Ceremony
Langley City produced the video below to provide an opportunity for those who are not able to attend an in-person ceremony but whom would still like the opportunity to remember. Please note it is recommended to start the video at 10:55 am to observe a moment of silence at 11:00 am.
Interested in Laying a Wreath?
If you would like to lay a wreath as a part of the Remembrance Day service please follow the steps below:
Step 1
Email events@langleycity.ca to indicate you would like to participate; the email must include the name of the person laying the wreath and who the wreath is on behalf of (individual, organization, family, etc.). Deadline to notify the City of your participation is November 8, 2024.
Step 2
Purchase a wreath from a Royal Canadian Legion Branch of your choice; nearest branches to our location are Cloverdale and Aldergrove.
Step 3
The person(s) laying the wreath during the service must bring the wreath to Douglas Park on November 11, 2024 and check-in with City Staff located near the Cenotaph. Wreaths can be dropped off between the hours of 9:30 am and 10:30 am.