Toronto is commemorating Veterans' Week from Thursday, Nov. 5 to Wednesday, Nov. 11, honouring Canadians who gave their lives in service, with this year's events marking the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Legion.

The week of ceremonies and remembrance activities culminates in Remembrance Day services at locations across the city on Wednesday, Nov. 11, according to a City of Toronto news release.

Poppy added to Toronto Sign

An illuminated poppy has been installed on the Toronto Sign at Nathan Phillips Square in support of the Royal Canadian Legion's National Poppy Campaign during its centennial year. The sign will also be lit red for the occasion.

A "Toronto Remembers" exhibit will be on display for the full week in the Rotunda at Toronto City Hall, with additional panels mounted along the construction fencing at Queen Street West and Bay Street. The City is presenting the installation in partnership with Metrolinx.

Indigenous Veterans Day

On Sunday, Nov. 8, the City will mark Indigenous Veterans Day, honouring First Nations, Métis, Inuit and non-status Indigenous veterans who have served in conflicts around the world.

A ceremony at the Spirit Garden at Nathan Phillips Square will include traditional ways of remembrance. Young Spiritual Elder Noodjmowin will lead a Sacred Fire, and a Sharing Circle will be held to honour and learn about those who have served. The public is invited to attend the Sacred Fire.

Mayor Olivia Chow will proclaim Nov. 8 as Indigenous Veterans Day, and the Toronto Sign will be lit in the four colours of the Medicine Wheel — red, white, yellow and black.

Remembrance Day ceremonies

Remembrance Day ceremonies will begin at 10:45 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 11, at locations across Toronto, including Old City Hall. The Old City Hall service will be streamed live on the City's YouTube channel.

Road restrictions and transit diversions will be in place around Old City Hall to accommodate the ceremony and ensure public safety. Full ceremony details are available on the City's Remembrance Day Ceremonies webpage.

Toronto Transit Commission vehicles will stop for two minutes at 11 a.m. on Nov. 11, where operationally feasible, in a moment of remembrance.

"During Veterans' Week, Torontonians honour the courage, sacrifice and service of those who have served our country," the City's release states, encouraging residents to attend a ceremony, observe a moment of silence, wear a poppy or share a message of gratitude.

More information about Indigenous Veterans Day and Remembrance Day ceremonies is available on the City's website.