Fort Langley Remembrance Day ceremony is on November 11, with Glover Road closing at 9:45 a.m.
The Fort Langley Remembrance Day Society holds its annual outdoor ceremony on November 11, 2026, with a road closure on Glover Road and accessible parking for veterans and those who need it.
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The Fort Langley Remembrance Day Society holds its annual ceremony at the Fort Langley Cenotaph on Tuesday, November 11, 2026. The ceremony begins at 10:30 a.m. If you plan to drive, Glover Road closes at 9:45 a.m., and the organizing society advises arriving before 10 a.m.
Both the Langley Advance Times and the Aldergrove Star reported on November 8 that thousands of people are expected to attend. The Fort Langley Remembrance Day Society's website says all are welcome to attend and pay their respects. An Order of Service document is available at the event, according to the society's website.
Where the ceremony takes place
The ceremony is at the Fort Langley Cenotaph at the northeast corner of Fort Langley Cemetery, at the corner of Glover Road and St. Andrews Avenue.
Accessible parking is reserved at St. Andrews Church, 9025 Glover Rd., for veterans, elderly attendees, and people with disabilities, according to the organizing society. All other drivers are advised to arrive before 10 a.m. The road closure on Glover Road takes effect at 9:45 a.m. The organizing society advises arriving early because traffic becomes heavy once the closure is in place, the Langley Advance Times reported.
Who organizes it
The Fort Langley Remembrance Day Society organizes the ceremony each year. Jonathan Meads, the society's Service Director, told the Langley Advance Times: "There's two stages. So our committee consists of eight people, all with a variety of tasks. But then on the day, the Lions and their scouting guide movements come out en masse."
The eight-member planning committee begins work in July, the Langley Advance Times reported. That work includes applying for Veterans Affairs Canada funding, renting a PA system, portable facilities, and video equipment, arranging permits and road closures, and coordinating with Township of Langley engineering staff.
Between 30 and 35 volunteers assist on the day itself, including members of the Fort Langley Lions Club and local scouting and guide groups, according to the Langley Advance Times. Setup begins before sunrise. The society's website says the ceremony includes a procession beginning on the cemetery's west side, with veterans, first responders, and elected officials taking part.
The cenotaph
The cenotaph is currently considered safe, according to the Aldergrove Star. Protective chains remain around the monument as a precaution. Dignitaries lay wreaths through a removable section of the chain during the ceremony. Other attendees place wreaths around the perimeter of the chain.
The monument stands at the northeast corner of Fort Langley Cemetery, at Glover Road and St. Andrews Avenue. The Fort Langley Remembrance Day Society's website says an Order of Service document is available for attendees who wish to follow the program during the ceremony.
Remembrance Day
Veterans Affairs Canada describes Remembrance Day as a time to honour the memory and legacy of fallen Canadians, veterans, and current service members who have served and sacrificed for the country. The Fort Langley Remembrance Day Society applies to Veterans Affairs Canada for funding each year as part of its planning process, the Langley Advance Times reported.
The Fort Langley ceremony is one of several Remembrance Day events held across Langley Township on November 11. It draws thousands of people each year from Langley Township and neighbouring communities, according to the Langley Advance Times and the Aldergrove Star.
Livestream
A livestream of the ceremony begins at 10:15 a.m. on November 11 at www.FortLangleyRemembers.com and on the society's Facebook page at @fortlangleyremembrance, the Langley Advance Times reported. The ceremony itself starts at 10:30 a.m., so the livestream starts 15 minutes before the ceremony begins. The society's website lists both addresses on its main page.
Supporting the society
The Fort Langley Remembrance Day Society accepts monetary donations by mail at Box 1193, Fort Langley, BC, V1M 2S5, according to its website. The society uses donations alongside Veterans Affairs Canada funding to cover the cost of equipment rental, permits, and other expenses for the annual ceremony. That equipment includes a PA system, portable facilities, and video equipment for the livestream, the Langley Advance Times reported.
What you can do
If you plan to attend in person, arrive before 10 a.m. on November 11. Glover Road closes at 9:45 a.m., so plan your route around that closure. If you need accessible parking, go to St. Andrews Church at 9025 Glover Rd. The organizing society has reserved those spaces for veterans, elderly attendees, and people with disabilities.
If you cannot attend in person, the Fort Langley Remembrance Day Society provides a livestream beginning at 10:15 a.m. at www.FortLangleyRemembers.com and on Facebook at @fortlangleyremembrance. The ceremony itself starts at 10:30 a.m. Both the website and the Facebook page are publicly accessible with no sign-in required.
To support the society with a donation, send it by mail to Box 1193, Fort Langley, BC, V1M 2S5.
Questions this story answers
When and where is the Fort Langley Remembrance Day ceremony in 2026?
The ceremony is at the Fort Langley Cenotaph at the northeast corner of Fort Langley Cemetery, at the corner of Glover Road and St. Andrews Avenue in Fort Langley, on November 11, 2026. The ceremony begins at 10:30 a.m. The Fort Langley Remembrance Day Society organizes the event, according to its own website at FortLangleyRemembers.com.
What time does Glover Road close for the ceremony?
Glover Road closes at 9:45 a.m. on November 11, 2026, according to the Fort Langley Remembrance Day Society's website. Drivers who plan to attend are advised by the organizing society to arrive before 10 a.m. to avoid traffic congestion on surrounding streets.
Is there accessible parking at the Fort Langley Remembrance Day ceremony?
Yes. The Fort Langley Remembrance Day Society has reserved accessible parking at St. Andrews Church, 9025 Glover Rd., for veterans, elderly attendees, and people with disabilities. This information was reported by the Langley Advance Times and the Aldergrove Star on November 8, 2026.
Can I watch the ceremony online if I cannot attend in person?
Yes. The Fort Langley Remembrance Day Society provides a livestream beginning at 10:15 a.m. on November 11 at www.FortLangleyRemembers.com and on the society's Facebook page at @fortlangleyremembrance. The Langley Advance Times reported this detail on November 8, 2026.
Who organizes the Fort Langley Remembrance Day ceremony?
The Fort Langley Remembrance Day Society organizes the ceremony. Jonathan Meads serves as Service Director. The society's planning committee has eight members, and between 30 and 35 volunteers assist on the day, including members of the Fort Langley Lions Club and local scouting and guide groups, according to the Langley Advance Times.
How long does it take to organize the Fort Langley Remembrance Day ceremony?
Planning begins in July each year, according to the Langley Advance Times. The organizing committee handles Veterans Affairs Canada funding applications, equipment rental for a PA system, portable facilities and video equipment, road closure permits, and coordination with Township of Langley engineering staff. On the day itself, volunteers begin setting up before sunrise.
What is the status of the Fort Langley cenotaph?
The cenotaph is currently considered safe, according to the Aldergrove Star. Protective chains remain in place around the monument as a precaution. During the ceremony, dignitaries lay wreaths through a removable section of the chain. Other attendees place wreaths around the perimeter of the chain.
What is the Fort Langley Remembrance Day ceremony about?
The ceremony at the Fort Langley Cenotaph honours Canadian veterans and military personnel who have served and died in service to Canada. Veterans Affairs Canada describes Remembrance Day as a time to honour the memory and legacy of fallen Canadians, veterans, and current service members. The Fort Langley ceremony draws thousands of attendees from Langley Township and the surrounding area each year.
Sources
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- Langley Advance Times: Thousands expected for Fort Langley Remembrance Daylangleyadvancetimes.com
- Aldergrove Star: Thousands expected for Fort Langley Remembrance Dayaldergrovestar.com
- Fort Langley Remembrance Day Societyfortlangleyremembers.com
- Veterans Affairs Canada: Remembranceveterans.gc.ca
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