Image from Veterans Affairs Canada showing Chinese Canadian war veterans

November 11, Remembrance Day, honours all who served and sacrificed for Canada. It is also recognized as a day to also specifically commemorate the invaluable contributions and sacrifices of Chinese Canadian veterans. Despite facing systemic discrimination and being denied full citizenship rights for many years (e.g., unable to vote until 1947), Chinese Canadians volunteered in significant numbers in both World Wars and other conflicts, serving with distinction. Their stories of courage, resilience, and patriotism, often in the face of prejudice both at home and on the front lines, are an integral part of Canada's diverse military heritage. Remembering them highlights their fight for Canada and for equality.