Today is Remembrance Day in Canada.

If you’re not from Canada, you can read more about it here.

On November 11, we take time to remember the sacrifice of those who came before us, and those who still live with the memory of that sacrifice today. We also think of those serving in our forces here and overseas, and give thanks for what they do every day.

We should do this more than once a year, without a doubt. I know I should, at least.

Every Remembrance Day we’ve been in this house, we’ve stayed at home to watch the planes flying salutes overhead, and spend our moment of silence (the traditional remembrance act) with that incredible reminder filling our eyes and ears.

I’ve also had the privilege of attending ceremonies in Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, and Victoria. There is nothing like standing alongside the people you are honouring to humble you, and make you realize the true price of the freedom we generally take for granted.

Thank you so much for all you did for us, and do for us.

We remember you.