Engaging with Remembrance Day 2024
Each year at the beginning of November, our thoughts turn to Remembrance Day and the sacrifices made by countless individuals throughout history.
On Monday, Nov. 11 the University will be closed and the flags will be lowered to half-mast in observance of Remembrance Day.
In collaboration with MtA Spiritual Care, we encourage students, faculty, and staff to engage with this important day, honouring the traditions we have upheld since 1919.
Given that November 11 falls during Reading Week, here are several ways students can participate leading up to Remembrance Day.
Reflection on Campus
Spiritual Care invites the University community to engage in reflections on the themes of war, peace-building, and community.
Outreach tables will be set up throughout campus from November 4–8 for the University community to engage in conversations about Remembrance Day with Multi-faith Chaplain and Spiritual Care Co-ordinator Ellie Hummel and Spiritual Care Ambassadors.
- Monday, Nov. 4 from 1–3 p.m. | Library
- Wednesday, Nov. 6 from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. | Jennings
- Thursday, Nov. 7 from 1–3 p.m. | by Gracie’s Cafe
Reflection stations will be available for community members to engage with thoughtful prompts honouring Remembrance Day. These stations will be open from Monday, November 4 to Friday, November 8, located in the following buildings:
- Athletic Centre
- Chapel
- Jennings Dining Hall
- Purdy Crawford Centre for the Arts
- R.P. Bell Library
All are welcome to visit and participate in this meaningful reflection.
Community Remembrance Day Service
The University community is invited to join the Sackville Royal Canadian Legion at Convocation Hall on Monday, Nov. 11, at 10 a.m. The service will conclude with a march to the Cenotaph in Memorial Park, located at the corner of Bridge and Weldon Streets, for additional Remembrance Day observances.
Mount A Remembers
A video will be released on Monday, Nov. 11 on social media. This video will feature the annual reading of the names of 163 members of the Mount Allison community who gave their lives for our freedom.
The Remembrance Day slideshow “Fallen of WWI” is also available on the .
We hope this observance provides a meaningful opportunity for all members of Mount Allison University to remember, honour, and work toward peace.
