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25 | Stouffville Sun-Tribune | Thursday, November 10, 2016 CONSUMER FEATURE Honour veterans on Remembrance Day On the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month in 1918, World War I fighting ceased. The war, which had raged on throughout Europe for a little more than four years, claimed the lives of more than nine million combatants and seven million civilians. The Allies squared off against the Central Powers of Germany and Austria-Hungary, and the conflict involved nations from all over the world. World War II was even more devastating. Ultimately, 100,000 Canadian soldiers lost their lives in these two wars combined. It is in their honour -- and in the name of all the servicemen and women who continue to risk their lives in service of their country -- that Remembrance Day was established. Remembrance Day, sometimes referred to as Armistice Day or Poppy Day, is celebrated each year on November 11. It is a federal statutory holiday in much of Canada. During the holiday, people pause for two minutes at 11 a.m. to remember the many Canadian soldiers who lost their lives. In addition to the moments of silence and the wearing of poppies, individuals can commemorate Remembrance Day in the following ways. · Treat a veteran. Take a soldier out for a meal A message pro Canadian veterans at the or pay the restaurant bill Remembrance Day ceremony on November 11, 2011 in Toronto. ValeStock / Shutterstock.com. anonymously. If a family memson's story into a living history. ber or friend is presently in the Encourage children to take military or retired from the serpart in learning about this pervice, learn his or her interests son's history and experiences. and plan a special, stress-free · Volunteer at a veteran's assoday. ciation. Find a department of · Share a servicemember's story. veteran's affairs and see what Speak with a service person you can do to assist veterans. If who served in World War II you have specialized skills, ofabout his or her military serfer your services free of charge vice, and chronicle this perto former soldiers. · Show your patriotism. Be proud of your heritage and the rich history of the country. Fly the flag participate in the voting process and teach children about the country's founding principles and how much the nation has evolved. Read up on current events and take an interest in domestic and foreign affairs. · Establish your own traditions. Create your own way to celebrate Remembrance Day. This may include a day of contemplation, spending time with family, visiting historical sites, or watching documentaries on the life-changing wars that transformed the world. Remembrance Day is a time to honour the patriotism of selfless soldiers who sacrificed their lives to make Canada -- and the world -- a safer place. -- MS Th e LIO NS CL U B The Lions Club of Stouffville ST OUFFVIL Stouffville Legion Branch 459 In Honour of our Veterans 6335 Main Street Stouffville Saturday Highlights 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm November 11 · 10:45 am Stouffville Legion Complimentary Lunch offered by the Ladies Auxiliary in the Banquet Hall following the ceremony Remembrance Day Ceremony 905-640-1991 info@turack.ca November 12 November 19 HON. JANE Markham--Stouffville November 26 Weekly Activities Sunday: Pool ­ 12:30 pm Monday: Euchre ­ 7:00 pm Thursday: Darts ­ 7:00 pm Saturday: Shuffleboard ­ 12:30 pm PHILPOTT, MP Lest We Forget ConstituencyOffice 6060MainStreet,Stouffville,Ontario,L4A1B8 905.640.1125·Jane.Philpott@parl.gc.ca /janepaulinephilpott @janephilpott janephilpottmp.ca New Year's eve DaNce December 31 8:00 pm southern Fried Tribute Band Regular Lunches Wed - Fri, Dinners Thurs & Fri Hall Rentals Available · All Welcome 150 Mostar St., Stouffville · 905-640-1714 www.stouffvillelegion.ca LE of yorkregion.com