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Honouring Veterans
Remembering and honouring our veterans is something all First
Nations take seriously. First Nations have a history of forming
alliances and serving in the military to secure what is present-
day Canada. Our ancestors were key in protecting the border
against the American army during the War of 1812. In World War I
and World War II, First Nations people, including Mississaugas
of Scugog Island First Nation members, served in very high
numbers. Members of our community fought, and some died,
for Canada.
November 11 of each year is Remembrance Day in Canada. On
that day, Canadians honour and remember the sacrifices of
those who fought for Canada.

Among First Nation communities, veterans and warriors are
remembered formally or informally more than once a year.
Veterans play a key role in the opening of our powwows, and
special songs are sung during our powwow to honour them.
These honours occur at similar gatherings all over North America.

Remembering and

honouring our veterans

is something all First Nations

take seriously.

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