Ceremony set to mark Vimy Ridge anniversary

By News Staff

Posted Apr 8, 2011 06:07:25 AM.

This article is more than 5 years old.

For the first time, there will be a special candlelight ceremony to mark the anniversary of the battle of Vimy Ridge.

The event will be held today at 7 p.m. at the National War Memorial on Elgin Street.

Governor General David Johnston will take part. Additionally, 125 students from across Canada will also be involved in this evening’s ceremony.

Members of the Royal Canadian Army Cadets will also stand vigil at the memorial through the night right up to the 10 a.m. ceremony to mark the anniversary tomorrow morning.

The World War I battle at Vimy Ridge is generally viewed as the battle that defined Canada and brought the country to the world stage. 

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