Remembrance Day ceremonies were held in communities across Midwestern Ontario on Friday.
That included Listowel, where hundreds gathered to pay respects and remember those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. North Perth Mayor Todd Kasenberg told those gathered that it is "our responsibility to go forward and remember those who paid the ultimate price from our communities."
"They had dreams, they were loved, they were bold, they were brave. They would ask us to be decent, be kind, and find a better society," he said.
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The Courthouse Park in Goderich was packed Friday morning for what was the best weather for a Remembrance Day ceremony in recent years.
The Celtic Blue Highlander Pipe Band led the way from the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 109 on Kingston Street to the cenotaph on the east side of Court House Park.
Goderich Mayor Myles Murdock, Central Huron Mayor Jim Ginn, and Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh Mayor Glen McNeil were all in attendance.
Many people said they attended every year. Many also said they had family members who served in the armed forces.
The service ended with the placing of the poppies, and the singing of God Save the King.
Hundreds were also in attendance at the Kincardine Legion Branch 183 Remembrance Day ceremonies today.
The service began at the cenotaph with the playing of O’ Canada, followed by The Last Post played on a bugle. The crowd then took part in a moment of silence for those who paid the ultimate sacrifice.
Many lined up to display their wreaths in honour of those who have fallen.
Much of the crowd remained following the service for a light lunch provided by the legion by donation. Many attendees said they appreciated the opportunity to gather following the service and discuss Remembrance Day and those most important to them.
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**With files from Bob Montgomery and Fiona Robertson**