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ESQUIMALT, BC— Members of the public are invited to take part in the Township of Esquimalt’s annual memorial banner program for veterans. Each year, the banners feature their loved one’s name and other information on a remembrance-themed design. The banners are displayed along Esquimalt Road, Craigflower Road and near CFB Esquimalt in early November and are open to all residents in Greater Victoria.
“This program brings so much meaning to the families and friends of those honoured here,” said Mayor Barbara Desjardins. “It is a small tribute to those who gave us so much.”
The banners contain the name of the deceased veteran, their branch of the Canadian military and the conflict they served in, all styled in a poppy motif. They are on display until just before the winter holiday season then stored until the following year.
Residents are invited to purchase a banner at cost and will be mounted for three seasons before being returned to the purchaser. There are a limited number of banners available for sale due to the number of poles for mounting. Sales are open and end September 12, 2025.
The program has been running since 2021.
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Media Contact
Tara Zajac, Manager of Communications
250-414-7122
Tara.zajac@esquimalt.ca
