Every November 11th Torontonians, along with others around the world, gather to commemorate, honour and remember those who made sacrifices during war times. Remembrance Day, the 11th day of the 11th month, marks the end of World War I, and reinforces hope for the peaceful world we want to pass on to future generations. The city runs a number of ceremonies throughout the GTA, and other organizations also hold events. Oh and we love the fact that there’s an app for that, yes there’s a Canadian Remembrance Day iPhone App listing ceremonies near you and more. Here’s a list of public ceremonies you can attend in the GTA on November 11th.

City Of Toronto Services:

Remembrance Day Ceremony at Queen’s Park
Thursday, November 11th, 10:45 am, Queen’s Park, Veteran’s Memorial (in front of main legislative building, University Avenue & College Avenue), Toronto
On the front lawn of the Ontario Legislature stands the Ontario’s Veterans’ Memorial, a 30-metre-long granite wall, etched with scenes from Canada’s military history. The memorial is dedicated to every man and woman who courageously served to protect our freedom. On November 11th, there will be a Ceremony of Remembrance, which includes the chance for the public to pin a poppy on the People’s Wreath. There will also be a Youth Pledge of remembrance: www.citizenship.gov.on.ca

Remembrance Day at Fort York
Thursday, November 11th, 10:45 am – 12 pm, Fort York National Historic Site – Strachan Avenue cemetery, 100 Garrison Road, Toronto
One of Toronto’s most evocative Remembrance Day Services, the processional starts from the west gate of the old fort, and will be led by period uniformed military staff and standard bearers of the IODE. At the 11th hour, the ceremony will begin at the cemetery to recognize all soldiers of the Toronto Garrison who fell in the War of 1812; The Rebellion Crises; The Crimean War; Northwest Rebellion; South African (Boer) War; the two World Wars, and recent conflicts around the globe. There will be a reception at the Fort following the processional: www.toronto.ca/fortyork

East York Civic Centre
Thursday, November 11th, 10:30 am – 12 pm, East York Civic Centre, 850 Coxwell Avenue, Toronto

Etobicoke Civic Centre
Saturday, November 13th – Tuesday, November 30th, Etobicoke Civic Centre cenotaph, 399 The West Mall, Etobicoke

North York
Thursday, November 11th, 10:30 am – 12 pm, George Weston Recital Hall at the Toronto Centre for the Arts, 5040 Yonge Street, North York

Old City Hall
Thursday, November 11th, 10:30 am – 12 pm, The Cenotaph in front of Old City Hall, 60 Queen Street West (Queen Street and Bay Street), Toronto

Scarborough Civic Centre
Thursday, November 11th, 10:30 am – 12 pm, Scarborough Civic Centre, 150 Borough Drive, Scarborough

York Civic Centre
Thursday, November 11th, 10:30 am – 12 pm, York Memorial Collegiate Auditorium, 2690 Eglinton Avenue West (Eglinton Avenue West and Keele Street), Toronto

Community Ceremonies:
Many community organizations plan Remembrance Day ceremonies across the city.

Kew Gardens Cenotaph
Thursday, November 11th, 10:30 am, Kew Gardens, Lee Avenue (Queen Street East and Waverley), Toronto

Prospect Cemetary – Sunrise Ceremony
Thursday, November 11th, 8 am, 1450 St Clair Avenue West, Toronto

Kew Gardens Cenotaph
Thursday, November 11th, 10:30 am, Kew Gardens, Lee Avenue (Queen Street East and Waverley), Toronto

Royal Canadian Legion-Scarborough Zone
Thursday, November 11th, 11 am, Scarborough Cenotaph, Kingston Road and Danforth Avenue, Scarborough

Swansea Town Hall
Thursday, November 11th, 10:45 am, 95 Lavinia Avenue, Toronto

Other Remembrance Day Events:

Remembrance Day Ceremony – Shops at Don Mills
Thursday, November 11th, 10:30 am – 12 pm, Shops at Don Mills, 1090 Don Mills Road, Toronto
Shops at Don Mills is honoured to hold a special ceremony to commemorate the sacrifices Canadian soldiers have made, and are making, for peace and security around the globe. Join others in the Town Square to observe Remembrance Day with the neighbours and customers of Shops at Don Mills: www.shopsatdonmills.ca

The Larks, Still Bravely Singing… A Remembrance Day Concert
Wednesday, November 10th, 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm, Riverdale Collegiate Institue, 1094 Gerrard Street East, Toronto
Presented by the Toronto Choral Society. The concert salutes the men and women who have heroically served in the Canadian military in times of war—and in the cause of peace. The one-hour concert includes music, historic visuals, and radio broadcasts knit together with words and thoughts from Canadians in service and their families. As part of the choir’s commitment to involvement in the Toronto community, TCS Conductor and Artistic Director Geoffrey Butler intends the concert to celebrate all Canadian service people and the way of life that their contributions have made possible: www.torontochoralsociety.org

Toronto Zoo’s 25th Annual Remembrance Day Ceremony
Thursday, November 11th, 9:30 am – 12 pm, Toronto Zoo, Waterside Theatre, 361A Old Finch Avenue, Scarborough
Veterans and the general public are invited to join in remembering and honouring the many wartime sacrifices that Canadians have made for their country. Admission for veterans and all guests attending the ceremony is free from 9:30 am to 11 am: www.torontozoo.com