September 21, 2022. On September 19, 2022 a wreath laying ceremony to commemorate the late Queen Elizabeth II was held by the Cenotaph outside the Borden-Carleton Legion.

Members of the Borden-Carleton Legion lined up before the ceremony began. (Photo credit: Daria Valkenburg)

Arthur Ranahan lowers flag for the Last Post. (Photo credit: Daria Valkenburg)

Wreath carried by Pieter Valkenburg to be laid by Mario Henry. (Photo credit: Daria Valkenburg)

Poppies worn by participants were placed on the wreath. (Photo credit: Daria Valkenburg)

Following the ceremony, poppies placed on the wreath by all in attendance. (Photo credit: Daria Valkenburg)
Like so many, I watched the funeral coverage for the late Queen Elizabeth II. However, I did interrupt the TV viewing to attend the act of remembrance at the Legion with Pieter.
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