Remembrance Day commemorates the armistice signed to end the First World War at 11:00 a.m. on November 11\, 1918\, being the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of that year. Every year on November 11\, Canadians pause in a silent moment of remembrance for those who have served and continue to serve our country during times of war\, conflict\, and peace. \n\nFor more information\, visit http://www.veterans.gc.ca/eng/remembrance/history/a-day-of-remembrance.