A new red and white commemorative crosswalk has been unveiled outside the Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 6 in Cloverdale, just in time for Remembrance Day.
Painted late at night on Nov. 2, the design features a silhouette of a kneeling soldier beside a maple leaf, with the words “Lest We Forget” written across it — a powerful symbol of remembrance and respect.
A Touching Tribute
Legion member Susie Chamberlain, who also leads the annual Poppy Campaign, said the new crosswalk fills her with pride.
“We’re so excited about it. Just over the moon,” she said.
Fellow member Christine Anderson agreed, calling it “fantastic” and noting that it has already become a topic of conversation in the community.
Chamberlain added that the crosswalk is a fitting tribute and perfectly timed ahead of Remembrance Day.
“What a way to honour our veterans,” she said.
Remembrance Day Services Across Surrey
The City of Surrey will host six Remembrance Day ceremonies on Nov. 11, encouraging residents to arrive early and expect rain or shine events.
- Veterans’ Square (Cloverdale Legion Branch #6) – Main city ceremony, procession at 10 a.m., service at 10:25 a.m. (17710 56A Ave).
- Surrey Centre Cemetery – Family event from 10:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. (16670 60th Ave).
- Whalley Legion (Branch #229) – Procession at 10 a.m., service at 10:25 a.m. (10626 City Parkway).
- Crescent Beach Legion (Branch #240) – Procession at 10 a.m., service at 10:25 a.m. (2643 128th St).
- Port Kells – Service at 10:30 a.m. (18918 88th Ave).
- Newton Senior Centre – Service at 10:30 a.m. (13775 70A Ave).
The main “Surrey Remembers” ceremony in Cloverdale will also be live streamed on the City of Surrey’s Facebook page.
Source: Surrey Now-Leader
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