The City of Barrie is proud to support events and initiatives honouring our Canadian Armed Forces. A number of significant military anniversaries were commemorated in 2024, including the RCAF's 100th anniversary and the 80th anniversary of D-Day. 2025 marks the 80th anniversary of VE Day. If you have a 2025 event that you would like added to this webpage, please submit a related event.
2025 Events
2024 Events
April 1, 2024, marked 100 years of service for the RCAF as an independent military element. The RCAF 2024 Centennial was a unique opportunity to celebrate this milestone with all Canadians.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| March 28, 2024 | RCAF 100th Anniversary Flag Raising & Banner Dedication Ceremony |
| April 1–8, 2024 | RCAF Centennial Week The City joins in the RCAF's illuminations initiative, lighting City landmarks in blue throughout the week. |
| April 2, 2024 | CFB Borden museum reopening and Ad Astra monument unveiling for the 100th anniversary of the RCAF. |
| May 5, 2024 | Battle of the Atlantic Parade |
| June 5, 2024 | Remembering D-Day on the 80th Anniversary | Presentation by Ted Barris |
| June 6, 2024 | 80th Anniversary of Normandy Invasion (D-Day) |
| June 14, 15 & 16, 2024 | Barrie Airshow, including a Drone Show Friday night! |
| June 20, 2024 | Completion of the RCAF floral & paverstone roundels in Military Heritage Park |
| Sept. 16, 2024 | Official naming of the Rohmer Roundel in Military Heritage Park |
| Nov. 11, 2024 | Remembrance Day 2024 |