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A Century of Poppies, A Community’s Tribute | Ottawa News
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This year, the Royal Canadian Legion celebrates its 100th anniversary with a powerful community-driven tradition: hand-sewn poppies for Remembrance Day. What began as a modest project to make 2,000 poppies for a local cenotaph has exploded into a year-round volunteer effort aiming for 15,000 this November—with dreams of 20,000 in the future. Volunteers, including residents from a nursing home, find deep meaning in the work, connecting across generations while honoring veterans and preserving peace. It’s not just about crafting poppies—it’s about building a living tribute that keeps history alive and gratitude alive.
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