Public Service Announcement
Remembrance Day Service at City Hall
The Loyal Edmonton Regiment, with the City of Edmonton, will host a Remembrance Day ceremony in City Hall to honour military veterans, serving members and those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country in times of war and peace.
Date: Wednesday, November 11
Time: 10 – 11:30 a.m.
Location: City Room, City Hall (indoor limited capacity) and City Hall Cenotaph on Churchill Square (outdoor viewing)
Seating in City Hall starts at 9:15 a.m. and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Priority is given to those who are participating in the ceremony and have accessibility needs. Guests are asked to arrive at City Hall no later than 9:50 a.m.
Following the service, an outdoor procession will move to the City Hall Cenotaph for two minutes of silence and the laying of wreaths.
Attendance at the ceremony grows each year. When City Hall reaches capacity, guests will be directed to Sir Winston Churchill Square to view the service on a large screen near the Cenotaph, where the second part of the ceremony will take place.
As we mark Remembrance Day, the Loyal Edmonton Regiment and the City extend our deepest condolences to the families, friends, colleagues and fellow service members of those who lost their lives, and to all those affected by the tragic incident at CFB Wainwright on October 17.
Security
Enhanced security processes, including security screening and bag checks, are in place at City Hall. Visitors are asked to arrive 10 to 15 minutes early to clear security before entering the building.
Parking
Free parking is available at the City Hall, Stanley A. Milner Library and Canada Place parkades on Remembrance Day. The City Hall parkade is accessible from the north at 103A Avenue and 99 Street.
Washrooms
Public washrooms are available inside City Hall and in the Centennial Pavilion on Sir Winston Churchill Square.
Livestream
Watch the City Hall Remembrance Day ceremony live online. If technical difficulties occur, the broadcast will be made available on the City of Edmonton – City Room YouTube page.
Light the City
The High Level Bridge will be lit in white, yellow, red and black on Sunday, November 8 in honour of Indigenous Veterans Day.
The High Level Bridge will be lit in red for Remembrance Day on Wednesday, November 11.
Other ways to mark Remembrance Day
To honour the contributions of military personnel, both past and present, who have served Canada in times of war and peace, Edmontonians are encouraged to observe Remembrance Day in meaningful ways. This can include wearing a poppy, observing a private moment of reflection, hanging handmade poppies in windows, laying poppies at a local cenotaph or taking time to learn about Canada’s rich military history. See more commemorative ideas here.
Remembrance Day at municipal cemeteries
While there are no official ceremonies scheduled at Edmonton’s Municipal Cemeteries on Remembrance Day, the grounds remain open for quiet reflection.
Remembrance Day at City of Edmonton facilities
On Wednesday, November 11 at 11 a.m., City of Edmonton facility staff and patrons will be invited to observe a moment of silence, where it is safe to do so.
City recreation centres and attractions are operating on statutory holiday hours on November 11. Visit movelearnplay.edmonton.ca for more information.
Loyal Edmonton Regiment Military Museum
The Loyal Edmonton Regiment Military Museum is open to the public from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Remembrance Day. A minute of silence will take place at 11 a.m. Museum galleries will be open to explore, and family-friendly activities will be available throughout the day.
Veterans’ Week
Veterans’ Week is celebrated across Canada from November 5 to 11, 2026.
Canadian Virtual War Memorial
The Canadian Virtual War Memorial is a registry honouring the more than 118,000 Canadians and Newfoundlanders who have given their lives serving in uniform since Confederation.
Getting Around
Edmonton Transit Service
On November 11, travel on Edmonton Transit Service (ETS) is free for veterans and active service members who are in military uniform or legion dress, or who present a Canadian Forces or RCMP identification card, a Veterans’ card or a National Defence Record card.
ETS buses and LRT trains will operate on Saturday schedules. ETS will also recognize a moment of silence at 11 a.m. The entire transit system will stop for one minute to pay tribute to Canadian veterans where it is safe to do so.
DATS will operate on a holiday schedule on Remembrance Day. The Client Services Centre will be closed and subscription bookings will be cancelled. Those who still require a subscription booking on this day can call 780-496-4567 (option 2).
Remembrance Day detours
Numerous events throughout Edmonton will lead to detours on Routes 8, 9 and 701. For specific detour details, check your route at edmonton.ca/ETS/Detours-Bus-Stop-Closures.
Visit edmonton.ca/Transit to plan your trip in advance.
Road closures
Several short-term road closures will accommodate Remembrance Day ceremonies, including:
High Level Bridge: Access to the east approach at the north end will be closed to both drivers and pedestrians from 10:45 to 11:30 a.m. for the ceremonial artillery salute. Drivers can still access the bridge using the west approach adjacent to Constable Ezio Faraone Park. Pedestrians and cyclists can still cross the High Level Bridge using the west sidewalk.
For a full list of current road closures and detours, visit the City’s current traffic disruptions or special event road closures webpage to plan your route.
For more information:
edmonton.ca/RemembranceDay
edmonton.ca/Transit
loyaleddies.com
