Taking time to remember: Remembrance Day service Wednesday at MUCC in Melfort

Roussel said the Legion emphasizes that Remembrance Day is not about celebrating war and conflict.

“For us, it’s about remembering the sacrifices that helped,” explained Roussel. “Remembering the commitment that the fallen made for us, and the sacrifices that they made for us and our way of life; this is why we are able to live the life that we do.”

The Melfort Legion held ceremonies in schools across the city, and Roussel said they love doing so. She added that the children are well aware of the special meaning of November 11.

“The teachers are doing a very good job [of] teaching them about Remembrance Day, and what it means,” said Roussel. “The songs that they sing are very, very appropriate, and they’re all very happy to show us Legion members that they know what this is all about.”

Roussel said most of the veterans of the World Wars may be gone, but there is no shortage of veterans that have seen conflict, from the Korean War to the war in Afghanistan, to RCMP members. She pointed to the recent loss of four service members at CFB Wainwright as other examples of those lost while on duty.

Roussel had one message to those as Remembrance Day quickly approaches.

“This year, as we pin the poppies to our coats and bow our heads in silence, I would like people to remember not only the cost of war, but also the hope of peace.”

As mentioned, services will be taking place across the region.

Nipawin’s Remembrance Day service will be held at the Evergreen Centre. Doors open at 9:30, and everyone is asked to be seated by 10:30.
Tisdale’s service will be held at the RECplex at 10:30 a.m.
The Remembrance Day service in Humboldt will take place at St. Augustine Church, starting at 10:45. There will also be a supper at Legion Hall at 5:30, with tickets $30 for adults and $15 for children 12 and under.

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cam.lee@pattisonmedia.com

by Cam Lee

Taking time to remember: Remembrance Day service Wednesday at MUCC in Melfort

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