Brantford held its annual Remembrance Day ceremony at the Brant County War Memorial on Wednesday, November 11, 2026.
The Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum, based in Hamilton, performed a fly-past during the ceremony.
The national anthem, “O Canada,” was followed by a period of silence, during which the 56th Field Artillery Regiment fired artillery, and wreaths were laid on behalf of veterans’ groups, organizations and community members at the end of the ceremony.
Two students, Yasharah Amin of Assumption College and Gunreet Kaur of Walter Gretzky Elementary Public School, each delivered a speech about the role of women in times of war.
“This is our annual Remembrance Day ceremony,” said Lori-Dawn Cavin, Manager of Community Recreation and Events for the City of Brantford. “It’s coordinated by a committee of passionate volunteers who are dedicated and committed to keeping the memory and to honour all those who have sacrificed.”
Cavin estimated the turnout to be about 2,500 to 3,000 people. She said the turnout was strong and that favourable weather helped gather residents, particularly seniors.
Cavin also recognized the organizing committee, the 56th Field Artillery Regiment, military service clubs and the wider community for their contributions. As a municipal employee, she said she was proud to be part of the tribute.
She said every Remembrance Day ceremony across the country, whether held at a cenotaph, school or workplace, serves the same purpose.
“The world stops for a brief moment of time, to remember the past and to remember those who have made sacrifices. That is what is preserving our history and preserving our future,” said Cavin.
