Canada Ambassador hails fallen servicemen

High Commissioner, Carla Hogan Rufelds, and others laid wreaths at the grave stones of six fallen Canadian servicemen who served in World War II, four in the Canadian Armed Forces and two in the British Armed Forces.

Each year on November 11, Canadians pause in a silent moment of remembrance for the men and women who have served, and continue to serve their country during times of war, conflict and peace, said an embassy statement. More than 2.3 million Canadians have served, and more than 118,000 have died, sacrificing their lives so that all may live in peace.

“By remembering their service and their sacrifice, we recognise the tradition of freedom these men and women fought to preserve,” said Hogan Rufelds in her address.

“They believed that their actions in the present would make a significant difference for the future, but it is up to us to ensure that their dream of peace is realised.

On Remembrance Day, we acknowledge the courage and sacrifice of those who served their country and acknowledge our responsibility to work for the peace they fought hard to achieve.” Her Excellency was joined by Major Damien Phillips of the TT Defence Force, local diplomats from other Commonwealth countries, Roanna Gopaul of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Maple Leaf School pupils and other guests.