City celebrates Next-of-Kin Memorial Avenue 100th Anniversary
The City of Saskatoon, the Canadian Armed Forces and members of numerous veterans’ organizations will commemorate the 100th anniversary of the original dedication of the Next-of-Kin Memorial Avenue in Woodlawn Cemetery on Sunday, June 18 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Next-of-Kin Memorial Avenue was opened on June 17, 1923, before a crowd of 8,000 people. This beautiful avenue serves as a living memorial to those who lost their lives in the Great War of 1914-1918. It runs from 33rd Street, through the Woodlawn Cemetery gates and on to the Soldiers Cairn.
Immediately following this 100th anniversary commemoration will be the Saskatoon’s Annual Citizens’ Decoration Day Service, with ceremonies to follow, at the Soldiers’ Memorial Cairn. Decoration Day provides an opportunity to pay tribute to those brave individuals who lost their lives in the service of our country.
This outdoor event is open to the public and attendees will be able to view all the activities from designated standing areas.
For more information, please visit saskatoon.ca/woodlawn