A crowd of at least 2,000 ringed the Cenotaph in downtown Trenton Wednesday, Remembrance Day 2026 to remember the many thousands
of Canadians who died or were injured in wartime.
Speaking first at the service was the President of Branch 110 of the Royal Canadian Legion Ron Spencer.
He said none of those lost or injured wanted to go to war but they responded with courage and a sense of duty to defend freedom.
Spencer took note of the size of the crowd.
“Your presence here today is a tribute to those injured and lost troops and shows your respect for them and their families. From the fallen soldiers on far-away lands to current
military members we thank you for your service and our freedom.”
The Remembrance Day message was delivered by Lieutenant-Commander Dave Godkin.
He reminded the people gathered that those who died serving Canada were once alive with hopes, plans, and relationships similar to theirs.
“Remembrance begins with gratitude but it does not end there. It invites contemplation of the cost of service, the weight of sacrifice and the responsibility of those who come after.”
Godkin said remembering those lost can be painful but its important to always remember their courage, perseverance, and sacrifices.
“We honour not only those who did not return from the fields of battle but also those who bear the lifelong physical and invisible scars of service and those who continue to
stand on guard for peace and freedom today.
You can hear the entire Remembrance Day service as heard Wednesday November 11 2026 on CJBQ Radio below.
(Photo: Tim Durkin/Quinte News)
Just part of a large crowd gathered in downtown Trenton on Remembrance Day 2026. (Photo: Tim Durkin/Quinte News)
