Beechwood Cemetery

Canada and France reinforce bilateral ties

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Thursday, April 11, 2024

United by a common history and a strong relationship, Canada and France share a vision for the future.

Key Points: 
  • United by a common history and a strong relationship, Canada and France share a vision for the future.
  • This renewed partnership will create more opportunities for Canadian and French entrepreneurs, and attract investment across Canada, France, and the European Union.
  • The Monument recognizes more than four centuries of shared history and values and more than 90 years of diplomatic relations between Canada and France.
  • In 2023, Canadian exports to France amounted to $4.3 billion, while imports from France totalled $8.6 billion.

Motorcycle enthusiasts join Royal Canadian Legion National Memorial Ride to remember our Fallen

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Monday, June 4, 2018

OTTAWA, June 4, 2018 /CNW/ - Close to 150 motorcycles and over 200 riders took part in The Royal Canadian Legion's 2018 National Memorial Ride at the National Military Cemetery at Beechwood in Ottawa this year.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, June 4, 2018 /CNW/ - Close to 150 motorcycles and over 200 riders took part in The Royal Canadian Legion's 2018 National Memorial Ride at the National Military Cemetery at Beechwood in Ottawa this year.
  • Riders gathered at the Canadian War Museum and traveled a short route to the cemetery where a special service was held to remember Canada's Fallen.
  • "These riders, including members of the Legion Riders, care deeply about all our fallen," says David Flannigan, Dominion President.
  • The National Memorial Ride is held annually on the first Sunday in June as a way for motorcycle enthusiasts and supporters across Canada to join a procession and participate in a Service of Remembrance.