The Royal Canadian Legion Kincardine Branch 183, in partnership with the Municipality of Kincardine, will host a formal dedication ceremony to unveil the community’s new commemorative Remembrance Crosswalk.
The event aligns directly with the official 100th anniversary of the incorporation of The Royal Canadian Legion. Funded by the municipality, the permanent “Lest We Forget” crosswalk features a respectful design of two soldiers cast against grey and white stripes, providing a year-round reminder of veteran sacrifices.
· What: Remembrance Crosswalk Ribbon Cutting & Dedication Ceremony
· Who: Legion Branch 183 President Teri Leslie, Mayor Ken Craig, MPP Lisa Thompson, local veterans, Legion members, and all members of the public who wish to attend
· When: Friday, July 17, 2026, at 2:30 PM (Rain or shine)
· Where: West-side crossing of Lambton Street and Huron Terrace, Kincardine, ON.
· Photo/Video Opportunities: Color Party processional, official ribbon-cutting ceremony, veterans taking the symbolic first steps over the custom inlay
Immediately following the dedication ceremony, we invite everyone to join us at the Royal Canadian Legion – Branch 183, located at 219 Lambton Street, for an open house featuring free hotdogs, chips, cupcakes and entertainment by local duo Eton Avenue. For the remainder of this year, it is free to join and become a member of our fun and friendly Legion family.
