PHOTO: CITY OF TORONTO ARCHIVES, FONDS 1244, HEM 867A, IMAGE COURTESY OF CANADIAN WAR MUSEUM

1. See The Story Of Enemy Aliens In Canada

This fall the Canadian War Museum is opening an exhibition of photographs depicting the internment of “enemy aliens” in Canada during the period 1914–1920. During this time, Canada interned 8,579 people, mainly Ukrainian and German immigrants, across a network of 24 camps. One hundred years later, this exhibit explores the experiences of the internees.

Nov. 1–March 29, 2015
Canadian War Museum, Ottawa
www.warmuseum.ca/event/enemy-aliens-internment-in-canada-1914-1920

2. Visit Halifax War Exhibit

The Halifax Citadel’s Army Museum has opened a new exhibit on Canada’s participation in the First World War entitled The Road To Vimy And Beyond. This exhibit commemorates the service and sacrifice of the soldiers in the First World War, and in particular, highlights the stories of the soldiers from Nova Scotia. It also features what is reportedly a near-exact replica of the iconic Vimy Memorial, which stands at Vimy Ridge in France.

Nov. 1–Onward
Halifax Citadel, Halifax
www.pc.gc.ca/lhn-nhs/ns/halifax/index.aspx

PHOTO: VETERANS AFFAIRS CANADA

3. Get Out And Participate In Veterans Week

Across the country each year
from Nov. 5 to 11, hundreds of commemorative ceremonies and events take place to commemorate Canada’s veterans and the contribution they’ve made to Canadian society. Pin on your poppy and go pay your respects. Check with your local Legion branch for details.

Nov. 5–11
Across Canada
http://www.veterans.gc.ca/eng/remembrance/get-involved/veterans-week

PHOTO: CATHEDRAL CHURCH OF ST. JAMES

4. Learn About Military Chaplains In Toronto

To mark the centenary of the First World War, St. James Cathedral in Toronto is presenting a multi-faith exhibit exploring the history of Canada’s military chaplains. Called To Serve: An Exhibit Honouring Canada’s Military Chaplains Of All Faiths will pay tribute to the padres who donned battle dress and joined members of the armed forces on the front lines of past wars and who still walk with them today.

Nov. 6–16
St. James Cathedral, Toronto
www.stjamescathedral.on.ca/

5. Campaign For An End To Violence Against Women

Across the country in early December every year there are marches, candlelight vigils and events of all kinds to mark the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women in Canada. Established in 1991 by the Parliament of Canada, this day marks the anniversary of the murders in 1989 of 14 young women at l’École Polytechnique de Montréal. Find out what’s happening in your community and take part.

Dec. 6
Across Canada
www.swc-cfc.gc.ca/commemoration/vaw-vff/index-eng.html