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Why a red poppy?
During the First World War, red poppies grew among soldiers' graves in France and Belgium.
In 1915, Canadian doctor John McCrae wrote about them in his poem In Flanders Fields.
read the poem here
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Who do we remember?
Remembrance Day began after the First World War. Today, it honours Canadians who served and sacrificed in wars, military conflicts, and peace operations across generations.
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Why November 11?
At 11 a.m. on November 11, 1918, the fighting of the First World War ended.
Every year, Canadians observe two minutes of silence at that same hour.
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Why do we still wear it?
Canada adopted the poppy as a symbol of remembrance in 1921.
Today, wearing one honours those who served and sacrificed. Donations to the Poppy Campaign help support Veterans and their families.
