100^th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge

Countdown to 100^th anniversary

To mark the 100^th anniversary of the First World War and the Battle of Vimy Ridge on April 9, 2017, commemorative events will be held at the Canadian National Vimy Memorial in France and the National War Memorial in Ottawa. The Government of Canada will lead a delegation to France to participate in the commemorative ceremony and other events including the opening of a new Visitor Education Centre.

In Ottawa, an official delegation will participate in commemorative programming between April 6 and 9, 2017. Delegations include Veterans, stakeholders, special guests, caregivers and youth.

For questions about Vimy 100 ceremonies in France or Canada, visit our Frequently Asked Questions page, or send an email to VAC.Vimy2017.ACC@vac-acc.gc.ca.