Flags at the Catholic Education Centre and at all St. Clair Catholic schools are lowered to half mast on Tuesday, November 8, 2022 in recognition of Indigenous Veterans Day.
It is estimated that as many as 12,000 First Nations, Métis and Inuit people served in the great conflicts of the 20th century with more than 500 making the ultimate sacrifice.
“Brave men and women from Indigenous communities who served their country in Canada’s wars and conflicts down through the century,” says Scott Johnson, Director of Education. “We honour these volunteers , who overcame language and cultural barriers to serve the cause of peace and freedom. We are grateful for their service and their sacrifices.”
This long tradition of military service is commemorated with the National Aboriginal Veterans Monument in Ottawa. The symbolic memorial is the site of Remembrance ceremonies each year, including on Indigenous Veterans Day, which is observed annually on November 8.
At St. Clair Catholic, Biindigaygizhig, Chippewas of the Thames First Nation, will be connecting with schools virtually as part of their Remembrance Day services with an honor song for veterans.
More information is available at: First Nation, Métis, and Inuit SCCDSB Knowledge Buidling – Remembrance Day
