Haltonville Remembrance Day

Yesterday, I had the honour of attending a touching Remembrance Day ceremony at the Haltonville War Memorial in the former township of Nassagaweya. As we gathered to pay tribute, we reflected on the immense sacrifices made by those who fought valiantly in the great wars and the Korean War.

I've attended the Remembrance Day events both as a private citizen as well as a member of the council. However, representing the province of Ontario and placing the provincial wreath intensified the emotions.

This solemn occasion reminds us of the courage and resilience displayed by our servicemen and women, who selflessly dedicated their lives to protect our freedoms. Each name inscribed on the memorial represents a story of bravery, loss, and love, echoing through the generations.

I want to thank and remember not just the men who came from Nassagewaya and sacrificed their lives, but all brave men and women, whether they came home or not.

Let us not only remember their courage and sacrifices, but let's also commit to upholding the values they fought for—peace, democracy, and freedom. Today, we honour their legacy by ensuring their stories live on in our hearts and in our actions.

Lest we forget.

(Photocredit: Adam van Koeverden as we placed the wreath on behalf of the governments of Canada and Ontario).