DID YOU KNOW?

Following ‘D-Day’, Allied forces fought across Western Europe in some of the most intense battles of the Second World War. Facing bitter opposition from Nazi German forces, the Canadians led the fight to the ‘Northwest’ along a front that would see them liberate ports along the English Channel in France, Belgium, and ultimately the Netherlands by early 1945. While American and British forces engaged in battles made famous over the last 75years – Operation Market Garden, the Battle of the Bulge, the ‘Dambusters’ – the stories of Canadians have received less renown….that is until now.  

VE-DAY WAS A DEFINING MOMENT IN CANADIAN HISTORY.

The 11 months leading up to May 8th 1945 might also have been ‘Canada’s Finest Hour’. Whether you are in classrooms, museums, community centres or in your own homes, you are invited this year to commemorate the 75th anniversary of this defining moment in our history. By joining Defining Moments Canada in marking this anniversary, you have free access to a rich array of commemorative opportunities to share with all Canadians.