University of Toronto to Commemorate Remembrance Day on November 11
The University of Toronto community will come together on November 11 to observe Remembrance Day, marking the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War. Events across all three campuses will honor soldiers and veterans from the First and Second World Wars, as well as other conflicts. All members of the U of T community are invited to participate.
Flags at U of T's three campuses will be lowered to half-mast to pay tribute to those who have served, including U of T students, faculty, staff, and alumni.
Events at U of T St. George Campus
The Service of Remembrance will be held at Soldiers’ Tower. The program begins at 10:10 a.m. with a carillon recital by composer and performer Naoko Tsujita, followed by the official ceremony at 10:30 a.m.
- A land acknowledgement
- A reflection on Remembrance Day
- A performance of the Naval Hymn by the Hart House Chorus
- A recitation of In Flanders Fields, written by U of T alumnus and physician John McCrae
- A commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II
- A presentation about Canada’s role in liberating northwestern Europe
- Wreath-laying by representatives from the university and broader community
"In Flanders Fields," written by U of T alumnus and physician John McCrae
The ceremonies at U of T Scarborough and U of T Mississauga will also feature events that honor veterans and remind the community of the sacrifices made in times of war.
Author's summary: The University of Toronto marks Remembrance Day across all campuses on November 11, honoring veterans with ceremonies that reflect on history and Canada’s role in global conflicts.