Next-of-Kin Welcoming Reception and Candlelight Vigil

Next-of-Kin Welcoming Reception
Saturday, September 24th, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m., room 035B in the West Block Building, Parliament Hill.
In order to welcome both new and returning families to Ottawa, a welcoming reception will be held in West Block. Hors d’oeuvres will be served and families will have the opportunity to interact with one another for support and build a family wreath. The Canterbury Chamber Chorus will provide a musical interlude.

Candlelight Vigil
Saturday, September 24th, 8:45 – 9:15 p.m. Glass panels, Summer Pavilion.
Immediately following the Welcoming Reception, families are invited to attend a Candlelight Vigil at the glass panels. Glass panels that have been returned to their original location, at the Summer Pavilion in the West corner, behind Centre Block.  The Vigil is a beautiful outdoor ceremony to commemorate those who have made the ultimate sacrifice. Families will have a chance to view their loved one’s name by candlelight forever etched on the glass panels in remembrance.