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My VAC AccountRemembrance
Veterans want Canadians to understand the price of freedom. They are passing the torch to the people of Canada, so the memory of their sacrifices will continue, and the values they fought for will live on in all of us.
Military history
Discover Canada's military history – from battlefields and peacekeeping missions to search and rescue operations and disaster response.
People and stories
Discover the stories of those who have served Canada, and those who have made significant contributions to commemoration.
Classroom materials
Resources, lesson plans, and activities for the classroom.
Get involved
There are many ways throughout the year to remember the sacrifices and achievements of those who have served Canada.
Memorials
Memorials and war cemeteries in Canada and around the world that honour Canadians who served.
Features
35th anniversary of the end of the Gulf War
Veterans Affairs Canada and our partners will mark the 35th anniversary of Operation Friction and the End of the Gulf War.
35th anniversary of the end of the Gulf War
Veterans Affairs Canada and our partners will mark the 35th anniversary of Operation Friction and the End of the Gulf War.
Black History Month
Learn more about the contributions of Black Canadians in uniform.
Black History Month
Learn more about the contributions of Black Canadians in uniform.
Search for family and friends who died in service
The Canadian Virtual War Memorial is a registry of Canadians who died in service to our country.
Funding programs
Funding for projects that recognize traditional and modern-day Canadian Veterans and those who died in service.
Commemoration Strategic Plan
The strategic plan guides how we honour those who served in uniform and ensure their legacy is preserved for future generations.
How to find military service records and attestation papers
Those who wish to access military service records or attestation papers must do so through Library and Archives Canada.
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