National War Memorial
National War Memorial / Monument commémoratif de guerre du Canada
A granite arch and bronze sculpture group at the center of Confederation Square, with the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in front and ceremonial sentries on duty in summer.
The monument is titled 'The Response.' It first commemorated World War I and was later expanded to honor all wars. From April to November, ceremonial sentries stand guard during daylight hours and change on the hour. Each year on November 11 a national remembrance ceremony is held, and people place poppies on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. It is on the east side of Parliament Hill, across from Château Laurier, and admission is free.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Château Laurier
- Rideau Canal & Ottawa Locks
- Major's Hill Park
- Parliament Hill
- ByWard Market
- Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica, Ottawa
- National Gallery of Canada
- Kìwekì Point