2026 Remembrance Day Services in Mississippi Mills

Each year since 1931, at the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month, Canadians pause to remember and honour those who have served and sacrificed in defence of our country.

In Mississippi Mills, the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 240 Poppy Campaign is now underway. Running from October 24 to November 11, the campaign raises vital funds to support veterans and their families while helping ensure future generations never forget who they served.

To mark the launch of this year’s campaign, Almonte Legion Branch 240 President John Dalgity and Poppy Campaign Chair and Second Vice President Kevin Cadman presented the first poppy to Mississippi Mills Mayor Christa Lowry.

Residents can support the campaign by making a donation at poppy boxes located at the Municipal Office and at locations throughout the community, including:

• Jonsson’s Your Independent Grocer
• Levi Home Hardware
• Rexall
• LCBO
• The Beer Store
• Tim Hortons
• Nicholson’s Sundries

Every donation directly supports veterans and their families through programs and services delivered by the Royal Canadian Legion.

Volunteers Needed for the Poppy Campaign

The Legion is seeking volunteers to assist at poppy campaign locations throughout the community. Those interested in helping can sign up at the Almonte Legion (100 Bridge Street) or contact Poppy Campaign Chair Kevin Cadman at secondvice@rcl05240.ca or 613-806-8344.

Additional information is available on the Almonte Legion website.

Volunteers who have already signed up are reminded to pick up their poppy kits at the Almonte Legion before reporting to their assigned locations.

Remembrance Day Ceremonies

Residents and visitors are invited to join local Remembrance Day ceremonies and pay tribute to veterans and those who continue to serve. Three services will take place in Mississippi Mills:

Clayton – Saturday, November 7

The parade will assemble at 10:45 a.m. at the Clayton Community Centre and march to the Clayton Cenotaph, across from the Clayton General Store. The ceremony will begin at 11 a.m., followed by refreshments in the community hall.

Almonte – Wednesday, November 11

The parade will form at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 240 Almonte on Bridge Street and proceed to the cenotaph, beside the Almonte Old Town Hall. The service will begin at 11 a.m. Refreshments and a light lunch will be served at the Legion following the ceremony.

Pakenham – Wednesday, November 11

The parade will assemble at 10:30 a.m. in the Stewart Community Centre parking lot before marching to the Pakenham Cenotaph, located in front of Pakenham Public School. The ceremony will begin at 10:45 a.m., with refreshments to follow in the school gymnasium.

The Royal Canadian Legion encourages all Canadians to wear a poppy and observe a moment of silence on November 11. Together, we remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to Canada and recognize the dedication and bravery of those who continue to serve today.

For more details about Remembrance Day, visit the Almonte Legion website or Facebook page.