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Rotary Interact students remember veterans

Bearing the names of fallen soldiers, as well as a poppy for each, the crosses honour Delta veterans of past wars
Rotary Interact students
Last Friday (Nov. 5), members of South Delta Secondary School’s Interact Club and the Rotary Club of Tsawwassen joined in their annual collaboration to place 40 white crosses on the lawn at the Kiwanis Longhouse to mark Remembrance Day.

Last Friday (Nov. 5), members of South Delta Secondary School’s Interact Club and the Rotary Club of Tsawwassen joined in their annual collaboration to place 40 white crosses on the lawn at the Kiwanis Longhouse to mark Remembrance Day.

Bearing the names of fallen soldiers, as well as a poppy for each, the crosses honour Delta veterans of past wars.  

“Every year, I look forward to participating in the Remembrance Day project with the students and seeing the impact it has upon younger generations,” said Rotary Club president Greg Muirhead. “It feels even more important to honour our veterans this way when we have limitations on gatherings in observance of Remembrance Day.”

Interact Club co-presidents, Mateo Mazari and Liam Murray released a statement on behalf of the Club.

“When we think about Remembrance Day, we think about the ultimate sacrifice that brave Canadians gave, not only for us, but for the countless people affected by conflicts around the globe. We are reminded that among the pain and suffering, Canada stands as a proud peacekeeper. Canadian families have been ripped apart by war and yet still stand strong when called upon. The Canadian Armed Forces are a tapestry rich with connections and cultures.

“Many groups came forward in times of need, including First Nations, immigrants and many others. As we reflect on Canada’s history, we remind ourselves of the extraordinary things that happen when a nation bands together to help. Thank you to everyone that stepped forward, so that we could live peacefully. Your sacrifice and impact will never be forgotten.”

Interact clubs are service clubs for young people ages 12 to 18 and according to Edwin Lee, Youth Director for the Rotary Club of Tsawwassen, Interact is a worldwide movement that is growing quickly.

“Now there are almost 14,911 Interact clubs in 145 countries and geographical areas with almost 343,000 young people involved,” said Lee. “We are so impressed with the work done by students of the Interact Club we sponsor at SDSS. Over the past few years, they have been active in support of many great causes and organizations including KinVillage, Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup, War Child Canada and the End Polio Now campaign.

We commend them for coming out once again in observance of Remembrance Day.”