Remembrance Day Events in Brampton on November 11
The City of Brampton will host two Remembrance Day events on November 11, including a parade and a ceremony at city hall to honor Canada’s veterans.
Event Details
The remembrance ceremony will begin at 10:30 a.m. at Ken Whillans Square, located in front of city hall (2 Wellington St. W.) by the Brampton Cenotaph. There will also be a sunrise service at 7:55 a.m. at Meadowvale Cemetery Church (7732 Mavis Rd.).
Additional Recognitions
- Black Veterans Day is observed on November 7.
- Indigenous Veterans Day is observed on November 8.
Business and Service Closures on November 11
Though not a statutory holiday, some businesses and government services will close, including:
- Canada Post offices
- Passport services
- Service Canada locations
- Most banks
Beer Stores and LCBO locations will remain open with modified hours, opening at noon to observe Remembrance Day.
City Services and Transit
City hall and selected city facilities will be closed on November 11. Brampton Transit will run its regular weekday schedule, and veterans with medals, berets, uniforms, blazers, War Veteran Passes, or service papers can ride free all day.
Parks, Recreation, and Libraries
All Brampton parks and recreation centres will operate during regular hours. However, all Brampton Library branches will be closed on November 11.
"Veterans wearing or presenting medals, berets, uniforms, blazers and War Veteran Passes or service papers can ride free all day."
Author's Summary: Brampton's Remembrance Day includes ceremonial events, selective closures of city services, free transit for veterans, and open parks but closed libraries on November 11.