Ottawa’s National Military Cemetery at Beechwood hosted the 8th annual No Stone Left Alone event, where elementary school students, Canadian Armed Forces members and community members gathered to remember Canada’s fallen soldiers.
During the ceremony, students placed poppies on individual headstones as a gesture of respect and remembrance.
“We have to celebrate them. And honor them for their courage,” said Grade 6 student Mia Tkaczyk.
“We put poppies on their headstones to show that we are grateful for their sacrifices.”
The ceremony gives students a chance to reflect on what the soldiers gave to their country and put it in writing once they get back to class.
“It’s sometimes very emotional to read because they’ve put a lot of thought. And this brings it to reality. These people went out and they fought, but now we kind of know where they’re resting. So, it makes an impact that way,” said …