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Canada Standard
20-05-2025
- General
- Canada Standard
Government of Canada to host national ceremony commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Liberation of the Netherlands and Victory in Europe (V-E) Day
Toronto, ON - Veterans Affairs Canada will host a public commemorative event in Toronto to mark the 80th anniversary of the Liberation of the Netherlands and Victory in Europe (V-E) Day that will include the official Government of Canada delegation and feature the lighting of the CN Tower as a beacon of peace, a lantern-lighting ceremony, and a symbolic presentation of the commemorative combat boots underscoring the themes of remembrance, peace, and the homecoming of soldiers. The delegation will be joined by Her Honour, The Honourable Edith Dumont, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, Harman Idema, Consul-General of the Netherlands, Her Worship Olivia Chow, Mayor, City of Toronto, Brigadier-General Joe Robinson, Deputy Commander 4th Canadian Division and Joint Task Forces Central, Canadian Armed Forces, and other dignitaries. The event will include remarks from dignitaries, participation of a delegation of Second World War Veterans, Canadian Armed Forces members, and Cadets, as well as performances by the HMCS York band, the Hamilton Children's Choir, the Borden Military Wives Choir, the East Side 6 Swing Dancers, and the youth of Toronto All-Star Big Band. Location: Canada Lands Square (CN Tower) 290 Bremner Boulevard Toronto, ON M5V 2T6 Date: Thursday, 8 May 2025 Time: 20:00 EDT Notes for media: Media who wish to participate must register by 15:00 EDT on Thursday, 8 May by contacting media@ with their name and media outlet. Media members are asked to arrive by 19:30 EDT. There will be photo opportunities during the event and interview opportunities with the official delegation members after the ceremony if time permits. Please let us know if you have any accessibility needs and we will work with you to enable your participation.
Ottawa Citizen
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Ottawa Citizen
Tulip fest to light up sky Sunday with fireworks/drone show
Article content Canadian Tulip Festival plans to light up the sky Sunday with a combined fireworks and drone show. Article content Article content The festival says the 'first-of-its-kind event' is in honour of the 80th anniversary of the Liberation of the Netherlands. Article content The 10-minute show features 200 synchronized drones flying alongside brilliant fireworks, 'creating a breathtaking tribute that blends cutting-edge technology with time-honoured tradition.' Article content Article content The show is part of the festival's closing ceremonies. Article content Article content This show 'reflects the festival's commitment to modern, environmentally conscious programming — offering a quieter, more sustainable alternative to traditional fireworks, while still delivering a powerful visual celebration of history, freedom, and international friendship.' Article content The free show runs from 9:20 p.m. to 10 p.m., but guests are urged to arrive early to grab a good viewing spot. Article content Article content Article content
Cision Canada
08-05-2025
- General
- Cision Canada
/R E P E A T -- Media Advisory - Government of Canada to mark the 80th anniversary of the Liberation of the Netherlands and Victory in Europe (V-E) Day at the National War Memorial in Ottawa/ Français
OTTAWA, ON, May 7, 2025 /CNW/ - Veterans Affairs Canada will host a commemorative ceremony at the National War Memorial in Ottawa to mark the 80 th anniversary of the Liberation of the Netherlands and Victory in Europe Day. General Jennie Carignan, Chief of the Defence Staff, Canadian Armed Forces, Her Excellency Margriet Vonno, Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Second World War Veterans and members of the diplomatic corps will participate in this event and lay wreaths to honour and recognize Veterans of the Liberation of the Netherlands and the Second World War. Notes for media: Media who wish to participate must register by 08:00 EDT on Thursday, 8 May 2025 by contacting [email protected] with their name and media outlet. Media are asked to arrive no later than 10:30 EDT. Please let us know if you have any accessibility needs and we will work with you to enable your participation. SOURCE Veterans Affairs Canada - Ottawa
Cision Canada
08-05-2025
- General
- Cision Canada
/R E P E A T -- Media Advisory - Government of Canada to host national ceremony commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Liberation of the Netherlands and Victory in Europe (V-E) Day/ Français
TORONTO, May 7, 2025 /CNW/ - Veterans Affairs Canada will host a public commemorative event in Toronto to mark the 80 th anniversary of the Liberation of the Netherlands and Victory in Europe (V-E) Day that will include the official Government of Canada delegation and feature the lighting of the CN Tower as a beacon of peace, a lantern-lighting ceremony, and a symbolic presentation of the commemorative combat boots underscoring the themes of remembrance, peace, and the homecoming of soldiers. The delegation will be joined by Her Honour, The Honourable Edith Dumont, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, Harman Idema, Consul-General of the Netherlands, Her Worship Olivia Chow, Mayor, City of Toronto, Brigadier-General Joe Robinson, Deputy Commander 4th Canadian Division and Joint Task Forces Central, Canadian Armed Forces, and other dignitaries. The event will include remarks from dignitaries, participation of a delegation of Second World War Veterans, Canadian Armed Forces members, and Cadets, as well as performances by the HMCS York band, the Hamilton Children's Choir, the Borden Military Wives Choir, the East Side 6 Swing Dancers, and the youth of Toronto All-Star Big Band. Notes for media: Media who wish to participate must register by 15:00 EDT on Thursday, 8 May by contacting [email protected] with their name and media outlet. Media members are asked to arrive by 19:30 EDT. There will be photo opportunities during the event and interview opportunities with the official delegation members after the ceremony if time permits. Please let us know if you have any accessibility needs and we will work with you to enable your participation. SOURCE Veterans Affairs Canada - Ottawa
Cision Canada
07-05-2025
- General
- Cision Canada
Media Advisory - Government of Canada to host national ceremony commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Liberation of the Netherlands and Victory in Europe (V-E) Day Français
TORONTO, May 7, 2025 /CNW/ - Veterans Affairs Canada will host a public commemorative event in Toronto to mark the 80 th anniversary of the Liberation of the Netherlands and Victory in Europe (V-E) Day that will include the official Government of Canada delegation and feature the lighting of the CN Tower as a beacon of peace, a lantern-lighting ceremony, and a symbolic presentation of the commemorative combat boots underscoring the themes of remembrance, peace, and the homecoming of soldiers. The delegation will be joined by Her Honour, The Honourable Edith Dumont, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, Harman Idema, Consul-General of the Netherlands, Her Worship Olivia Chow, Mayor, City of Toronto, Brigadier-General Joe Robinson, Deputy Commander 4th Canadian Division and Joint Task Forces Central, Canadian Armed Forces, and other dignitaries. The event will include remarks from dignitaries, participation of a delegation of Second World War Veterans, Canadian Armed Forces members, and Cadets, as well as performances by the HMCS York band, the Hamilton Children's Choir, the Borden Military Wives Choir, the East Side 6 Swing Dancers, and the youth of Toronto All-Star Big Band. Notes for media: Media who wish to participate must register by 15:00 EDT on Thursday, 8 May by contacting [email protected] with their name and media outlet. Media members are asked to arrive by 19:30 EDT. There will be photo opportunities during the event and interview opportunities with the official delegation members after the ceremony if time permits. Please let us know if you have any accessibility needs and we will work with you to enable your participation. SOURCE Veterans Affairs Canada - Ottawa
