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Records & Collections

A range of materials about Canada's sacrifices in war,
our military history and our Veterans' unique experiences.


Books of Remembrance
The digitized version of the Books on display on Parliament Hill in Ottawa containing the names of all those who made the supreme sacrifice for their country, An incredibly painstaking work - but well worth the wait!

The Canadian Virtual War Memorial
This site contains a registry of information about the graves and memorials of more than 116,000 Canadians and Newfoundlanders who served valiantly and gave their lives for their country. The site also contains digital images of photographs and personal memorabilia about individual Canadians.

Heroes Remember
The Heroes Remember Web site presents the personal recollections of ordinary Canadians who became heroes when confronted with extraordinary circumstances.

Orders, Decorations and Medals
Most countries maintain formal honours systems consisting of three main types of honour: orders, decorations and medals. They reflect the official thanks of a government to those who have served it honourably, often with gallantry or distinction.

Diaries, Letters, and Stories
Read actual excerpts from wartime diaries and letters, and experience first-hand, the day-to-day struggles of young Canadians.

Remembrance Day Posters
A collection of the most recent Remembrance Day Posters.

Prose and Poetry
Throughout the year, Veterans Affairs receives wartime poetry from veterans, thoughts on the meaning of remembrance from students and e-mail from all over the world to thank the brave men and women who gave of themselves during Canada's wartime and continue to give of themselves today. Veterans Affairs invites you to submit your thoughts, write a poem or prose, write a letter to a veteran or simply share what remembrance means to you. Songs Popular during the First World War. Listen to the chorus sing Songs from the War Years in RealAudio.

Digital War Art
Enjoy the collection of digital paintings donated to Veterans Affairs Canada by Reji Martin.