Remembrance Day 2026 Civic Ceremony and service impacts

Every year on Nov. 11, Canadians gather in communities across the country to honour those who have served and continue to serve Canada during times of war, conflict and peace.  

The community is invited to attend a Civic Service of Remembrance on Wednesday, Nov. 11 at the Cross of Sacrifice Cenotaph in Macdonald Park, located on King St. at George St. Spectators are encouraged to arrive by 10:40 a.m. to watch the parade ahead of the Civic Service of Remembrance, which will begin at 10:45 a.m. 

More details including a list of community events taking place across Kingston on Nov. 11 and alternative ways to observe Remembrance Day can be found on our website. 

The following services will change on Nov. 11 

• Garbage and Green Bin: There is no collection on Wednesday, Nov. 11. Collection moves to the day after your normal pick-up day for the rest of the week. Sign up to be reminded of what to put out when at CityofKingston.ca/Collection.
• Kingston Disposal Site (189 Lappan's Lane): Closed on Wednesday, Nov. 11.
• Administrative Offices: All administrative offices, including Housing and Social Services and Provincial Offences, will be closed on Wednesday, Nov. 11.
• Kingston Transit: The administrative office will be closed.
• Kingston Access Bus: Regular service on Wednesday, Nov. 11. Call 613-542-2512 for schedules and more information.
• PumpHouse Museum: Closed on Wednesday, Nov. 11.
• Kingston Grand Theatre: Closed on Wednesday, Nov. 11. The Walter Fenlon & Linda Ann Daly Box Office will be open Nov. 11 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. 

 The following services will not change on Nov. 11 

• Kingston Transit: A weekday schedule is in effect. Transit customers can also find information on Kingston Transit’s website, and Transit App.
• Recreation Facilities:
  • INVISTA Centre/Arenas: Open on Wednesday, Nov 11.
  • Artillery Park Aquatic Centre: Open on Wednesday, Nov 11.
  • Rideau Heights Community Centre: Open on Wednesday, Nov 11.
  • Kingston East Community Centre: Open on Wednesday, Nov 11.
• Libraries: All branches of the Kingston Frontenac Public Library will be open. Check out the hours of a branch near you, on the KFPL Website.
• Utilities Kingston and Kingston Hydro: Open on Nov. 11 and ready to assist you from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 613-546-1181.
• Tett Centre for Creativity and Learning: Open on Wednesday, Nov. 11.