Liberation and Remembrance Symposium

Liberation and Remembrance Symposium

This year marks 80 years since the end of the Second World War and the liberation of Europe. Eight decades later we reflect on Canada’s contributions to the war effort, unsung heroes and narratives that remained “under the radar,” and the lessons that resonate today, lest we forget.

Doors open at 9:15 a.m. Each presentation will last approximately 45 minutes followed by a question period. Snacks and lunch will be provided, and a cash bar will be available.

10 a.m.-“Stories of Black Canadian Military Service” by Jade Ferguson
11 a.m.-“The Royal Canadian Air Force during the Liberation” by Mike Bechthold
12 p.m.-Lunch catered
1 p.m.- “Canadian Army and the Liberation of Holland” by Geoff Hayes
2 p.m.-“Canadian Navy and the Liberation of Europe” by Roger Sarty
3 p.m.-“Battlefield Clean-up” by Alex Souchen
4 p.m.-“La Montanara, a musical remembrance of the Italian Campaign.” by Mike Ford and Murray Foster
Preregistration via Eventbrite is required.