Background of the memorial wall

The idea of a monument in Metis had been brewing for some time when thought changed to action in 2020, the 75^th anniversary of World War II.  Some older Metis residents remember when the Second World War exploded off their shore, and recall blackouts, rationing, convoys, and the British Commonwealth Air Training Program in nearby Mont Joli.  People serving in the bombing school, when they had free time, were welcomed in Metis. Eight airmen from New Zealand, Australia and  the United Kingdom are buried in the United Church Metis Cemetery.  Veterans, local students, volunteers, and community members make an annual pilgrimage to visit their graves, just as people in other countries tend and visit the burial places of Canadian service men and women near where they fell during war time.

On Remembrance Day, November 11, 2020, the monument was unveiled at the municipal office in Métis-sur-Mer.

Media Release – Sacrifices and accomplishments are remembered in Métis (to follow)

The Torch –The memorial’s name and the meaning of the design

Plaque – Wording

Thanks – Our sincerest thanks to everyone who contributed

Letter from the British High Commission –To remember and honour the sacrifices of Commonwealth airmen