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When is Remembrance Day?
Remembrance Day is always November 11th — a fixed date every year, marking the anniversary of the armistice that ended World War I.
The history of Remembrance Day
Remembrance Day marks the anniversary of the armistice that ended fighting in World War I, signed at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918. It honors all who have died or suffered in war, and is observed with a one-minute silence at 11am local time across many Commonwealth countries, including Canada, Australia, and the UK.
Its status as an official day off work varies by country: in Canada it's a statutory holiday federally and in most provinces and territories (though not in Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, or Prince Edward Island), while in Australia it is not a public holiday. Everywhere it's observed, the day is marked with ceremonies, the wearing of red poppies, and moments of silence in workplaces, schools, and public spaces.
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Frequently asked questions
Remembrance Day is always November 11th.
It depends on the country: in Canada it's a statutory holiday federally and in most provinces and territories (though not in Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, or Prince Edward Island); in Australia it is not a public holiday, though it's still widely observed.
The armistice that ended World War I fighting, signed at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918.
Many people observe a minute of silence at 11am local time in honor of those who died or suffered in war.