The Field of Crosses Returns to Kelowna Cenotaph
From November 2 to November 12, City Park will, once again, set the stage for “The Field of Crosses”. This visual memorial commemorates the lives of Canadian Armed Forces personnel who lost their lives in the service of their country.
The display touches close to home for members of our community – including students – in a meaningful way. Each of the 240 young Canadian heroes killed in action are honoured with an erected cross inscribed with their name, rank, regiment and date of death.
The Field of Crosses Opening Ceremony will be held on November 2 at 11:00 am near the Cenotaph and is open to everyone. Recognition will be given to local relatives whose loved ones are named on the crosses.
People can visit any time, during City Park hours, from November 2 to November 12, to walk among the crosses in reflection and remembrance. The staging area is well lit after dark to provide safety and illumination of the crosses for nighttime visits.
On November 10 at 4:30pm, the public is invited to attend a moving, candlelight ceremony at City Park near the Cenotaph.
New this year is the opportunity to become a supporter of this worthy project. Information may be found at www.kelownafieldofcrosses.com
The Field of Crosses is an initiative of the Rotary Club of Kelowna. It was first brought to life in 2018 with partnership and cooperation from the Okanagan Military Museum and Society, the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 26, the BC Dragoons and Cadets, plus local volunteers.
For More Information:
Rick Potter
Rptary Club of Kelowna, Field of Crosses
Tel: (250) 864-5141
rpotte@hotmail.com
Keith Boehmer
Okanagan Military Museum, Field of Crosses Kelowna
250-763-9292
kboehmer@kelownamuseums.ca
MEDIA INVITATION
11-1 1:00pm CROSS INSTALLATION volunteers from all partnering organizations work together to install the crosses
11-2 11:00pm OPENING CEREMONIES with dignitaries and families of fallen heroes, near Cenotaph
11-6 to 11-10 KELOWNA GRADES 7-9 STUDENTS VISIT – each morning during the five day period from approximately 9:30 to 11:30 am, students are on site to learn about the soldiers and the significance of remembering
11-10 4:30pm CANDLELIGHT MEMORIAL SERVICE, near Cenotaph
Please RSVP regarding press visits
Tel: (780) 542-1248
jmulligan2011@gmail.com