2026 Remembrance Day Service & CeremonyShawnigan Lake School
Wednesday, November 4, 2026
Service and Ceremony: 1:30 - 2:30 PM
Museum Tours: 2:30 - 3:00 PM
Afternoon Tea at Head's House: 3:15 - 4:15 PM
As Shawnigan Lake School marks its 110th anniversary, we are reminded that our very foundation is inseparable from a history of global service. Our campus stands on land acquired in 1916 by founder C.W. Lonsdale from the Ravenhill family following the loss of their son, Horace, in the First World War – a beginning that instilled a community legacy deeply rooted in duty.
To honour this history, we invite you to join us for our special 2026 Remembrance Day Ceremony on Wednesday, November 4, 2026. This gathering in our Chapel allows our entire community to reflect on the courage of those who answered the call of duty. We have invited the families of all those Shawnigan alumni who served (and in some cases fell) in the Second World War. We have already heard that the granddaughter of Shawnigan’s first Olympic gold medalist, John Lander, will be attending to represent her family.
If you are related to or are connected with family members of the fallen, please contact the Advancement & Community Engagement at
advancement@shawnigan.ca.
We look forward to seeing you at the Chapel on November 4 as we honour our past and build a legacy for our future. Please RSVP to
rsvp@shawnigan.ca no later than October 26 to confirm your attendance.