We remember

The Field of Crosses Memorial Project is an annual display of white crosses on Memorial Drive in Calgary, Alberta.  The display commemorates soldiers from Southern Alberta who lost their lives in service to our country in war and peacekeeping.  Over 3500 crosses are placed in the memorial park from November 1 – 11 to signify the ultimate sacrifice so many made fighting for the freedoms we enjoy today.  The project began in 2009.

Cantare among the crosses

Cantare children's choir has been a long time partner of the Field of Crosses. The children sing at the Remembrance Day ceremony, the Night of Lights Ceremony, as well as providing music for sunrise and sunset services throughout the 11 day period the crosses are standing. We undertake great efforts to teach our choristers about the history and significance of Canada's contribution in war and peace, we wish to make sure the children who perform at the ceremony are entrusted with the responsibility to keep the stories and memories of these soldiers alive forever.

Join us at the field

The Field of Crosses Memorial is on display between November 1 – 11 each year. The public is welcome to walk amongst the crosses 24/7. The crosses are illuminated throughout the night. Visitors are encouraged to stop in front of each cross that moves them to pay respect to that soldier by quietly calling their name out loud while holding their hand over their heart and expressing whatever sentiment they are feeling.

Sunrise and Sunset ceremonies are held each day from November 1 until November 10 and the public is always welcome. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to sunrise or sunset.

Night of Lights – November 10 – Lanterns are placed in front of the 3,620 crosses and burn from sunset until sunrise Remembrance Day. In preparation for the Night of Lights only volunteers will be allowed on site between 9 AM until 4 PM on this day.

Remembrance Day – November 11 – A televised Remembrance Day Ceremony is held at the field at 10:00 AM. Parking is very restricted in the parking lot adjacent to the field this day. It is recommended that people park on the South side of the river in the Eau Claire area and walk the short distance across the bridge to the field. Memorial Drive, directly in front of the Field of Crosses will be closed from 9 AM until after the ceremony.

The Field of Crosses

Over 3500 Crosses are placed along Calgary's Memorial Drive from November 1-11 each year. Each cross memorializes an individual soldier from Southern Alberta who made the ultimate sacrifice during active duty protecting our country.

The Soldier Project

In preparation for our Battlefields Tour to France, Belgium, and the Netherlands, Cantare choristers undertook a massive project to learn about Calgary's young soldiers who fought in World War I and share their stories with friends and audience members alike. This project, now in its tenth year, continues today with ongoing research and information shared with local historic churches and community groups.