Crowds gathered in Toronto this morning for solemn Remembrance Day ceremonies honouring the sacrifices of Canada’s fallen soldiers and veterans.

On Remembrance Day, we stop to remember those who fought for our freedom and those who continue to serve Canada.

Many gathered at Place du Canada in Montreal to honour Canada’s veterans during a Remembrance Day service against a backdrop of snow. The ceremony included a 21-gun salute and a helicopter flyover from the 438 Tactical Helicopter Squadron. Montreal mayor-elect Soraya Martinez Ferrada and federal MP Marc Miller attended the ceremony.

Veterans and current members of the Canadian Armed Forces were honoured at ceremonies across the city Tuesday, including at Prospect Cemetery and Old City Hall.

Members of the University of Toronto and wider community gathered at Remembrance Day services across the three campuses to pay tribute to those who served and lost their lives in the First and Second World Wars and other conflicts – and to honour those who continue to serve today.

Remembrance Day ceremonies typically begin before 11 a.m. on Nov. 11. Find out how to watch national and provincial ceremonies in Ontario and where to find local events near you.

This year’s Remembrance Day, which is held every Nov. 11 to honour those who have served and are currently serving in the military, marks the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War.

From Nov. 5 to 11, the City of Toronto will hold numerous ceremonies and displays to “honour the sacrifices of those who gave their lives in service to Canada.”

Veterans at Tuesday’s ceremony include 101-year-old Jack Boeki, who worked as a spy in the Second World War, rooting out Nazis.