11 for 11 Campaign
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“11 for 11” is a campaign for Canadians to go above and beyond this November. Over 150 soldiers have given their lives over the last 9 years, many leaving families and very young children behind. This November Canadians will remember the fallen, but they can also remember the children who lost their heroes. From November 1st to 11th we are asking the public to donate $11 to the Canadian Hero Fund scholarship program. These scholarships ensure that the children of our fallen heroes are able to follow their dreams, and that the dreams of those soldiers who wanted more for future generations are not forgotten.
Spread 11 acts of remembrance in your community
In addition to raising money through donations, the 11 for 11 campaign incorporates an awareness aspect, asking Canadians to do 11 acts of kindness for Canadian military personnel and their families during the first 11 days of November. You can write a letter to troops, thank a solider when they see one, do a small act of kindness for a military family in their neighbourhood, wear red on Fridays, or a host of other things as a way of showing you care.
Top 11 acts from 2010:
- Wear a poppy.
- Write a letter to a soldier overseas.
- Thank a solider when you see one.
- Wear Red on Friday (Nov. 4)
- Do a small act of kindness for someone in appreciation of our great country that our soldiers keep safe every day.
- Play the Highway of Heroes song at your school Remembrance Day ceremony.
- Take the time to learn about Canada’s rich military history and our huge sacrifices.
- Help a military family with a loved one overseas.
- Start a ‘Get Well’ Card for an injured soldier in your community.
- Sport the yellow ribbon on your jacket or your bumper.
- Attend a Remembrance Day ceremony.
