Honouring Remembrance Day in Mississauga on November 11

On November 11, the City of Mississauga will pay tribute to both past and present members of the Canadian Armed Forces with an outdoor Remembrance Day ceremony at City Hall. City officials and dignitaries will convene at the Community Memorial at 10:30 a.m. to honour Canada’s veterans. The public is welcome to attend the Remembrance Day ceremony in person or watch it online here.

The program will include a moment of silence and the laying of wreaths to honour Canadian soldiers and veterans.

What:

Remembrance Day ceremony at Mississauga City Hall

When:

Wednesday, November 11, 2026

10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Where:

Mississauga City Hall, outdoor Community Memorial

(Memorial located at northwest corner of Mississauga Celebration Square)
300 City Centre Dr., Mississauga

Watch virtually:

Those unable to attend the ceremony can watch the livestream.

Veterans ride free

The City of Mississauga offers year-round free rides on MiWay transit for veterans and active Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members (regular or reserved). They can travel for free on MiWay with valid military identification or other proof of service. As a mark of respect to Canadian veterans, all Transit Operators will stop their buses for two minutes of silence at 11 a.m. on Nov. 11.

Remembrance Day events in Mississauga

Royal Canadian Legion – Branch #82

Please join Branch 82 on Wednesday, November 11 for their annual parade, which begins at 10:20 a.m. It will start in front the Legion at 35 Front Street in Port Credit. Participants will march to the Vimy Park Cenotaph at 29 Stavebank Road, arriving between 10:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Following this, there will be a ceremony at 10:50 a.m. at the Vimy Park Cenotaph. Following the ceremony, the parade will march back to the Legion between 11:30 a.m. and 12 p.m.

Royal Canadian Legion – Branch #582

Please join Branch 582 for a wreath laying ceremony that will take place on Sunday, November 8 at 10:30 a.m. Attendees are asked to meet at the cenotaph in the cemetery located at St. John the Baptist Anglican Church, 719 Dundas St. E. Attendees are asked to gather at 10:15 a.m.

Remembrance Day activities

REEL Thursdays: The Choral

Thursday | November 12, 2026 | 7 p.m. | Living Arts Centre – Screening Room

The Choral is an uplifting historical drama set during the First World War. When a village choir is depleted by the demands of war, choir director Dr. Guthrie recruits a new generation of singers from among the town’s youth. As the ensemble grows, the young choristers discover the joy, discipline, and sense of belonging that come from making music together, even as they face an uncertain future.

View details and buy tickets

Stories & crafts

Wednesday, November 11 | Central Library – Children’s Area

Explore Remembrance Day through stories and a related craft activity with your child on November 11. A different theme is featured each week during this six-week drop-in event.

Remembrance Day reading

This Remembrance Day, explore stories that honour the courage, sacrifice, and experiences of those affected by war and conflict. These books offer opportunities to reflect on the past and consider the importance of remembrance today.

Borrow books from the library

Half-mastings and clock tower lightings

Indigenous Veterans Day half-masting

Sunday, November 8, 2026 | 8 a.m. | Mississauga Celebration Square

The City of Mississauga will fly flags at half-mast at all City-owned and operated facilities in recognition of Indigenous Veterans Day.

Indigenous Veterans Day clock tower lighting

Sunday, November 8, 2026 | 8 p.m. | City Hall

The City of Mississauga will light the Civic Centre clock tower red and dark in recognition of Indigenous Veterans Day.

Remembrance Day half-masting

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 | 8 a.m. | Mississauga Celebration Square

The City of Mississauga will fly flags at half-mast at all City-owned and operated facilities in recognition of Remembrance Day.

Remembrance Day clock tower lighting

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 | 8 p.m. | City Hall

The City of Mississauga will light the Civic Centre clock tower red and dark in recognition of Remembrance Day.

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