80 Years of Freedom:
A Dutch Tribute to Canada
80th Anniversary Commemoration of the Liberation of the Netherlands by the Canadian Armed Forces
The people of the Netherlands are forever grateful for the significant role Canada played in the liberation of the Netherlands during the Second World War. Canada's tremendous sacrifice for our peace and freedom must never be forgotten.
In the spring of 2025, we plan to unveil a poignant outdoor exhibition to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Netherlands and express our heartfelt gratitude to Canada and its people.
A TRIBUTE
This exhibition will seamlessly blend photography, storytelling, and sculptural elements to create a compelling experience as you follow an outdoor parkland trail that mirrors the liberation route into the Netherlands.
Step into the powerful narratives of 20 Dutch individuals who were children during the liberation and the heroic stories of 20 Canadian soldiers who played a crucial role in liberating 20 cities in the Netherlands.
THE VISION
As you walk through the park, you will encounter evocative images and moving narratives, deeply connecting with the profound gratitude of the Dutch people for the Canadian liberation.
THE EXPERIENCE
This Tribute celebrates our shared Canadian-Dutch history but also establishes a new cultural destination designed to inspire future generations to aspire to the values of freedom, democracy, and mutual respect.
A park trail will guide you along the liberation journey, with each of the 20 Dutch cities represented by a photo sculpture. This Tribute honors our shared Canadian-Dutch history and establishes a new cultural destination, inspiring future generations to cherish freedom, democracy, and mutual respect.
THE TRAIL
The stories associated with the exhibition will help communicate the enduring bond between our countries, our entangled lives.
STORIES
Please consider supporting this initiative with a donation as we honour the extraordinary courage and sacrifice that have forever linked our two countries and continue to illuminate our path forward.
SUPPORT US
Donate today to make this meaningful Tribute a reality.
Your donation will help us create a fitting tribute that reflects the magnitude of our gratitude.
Every contribution, big or small, brings us closer to our goal.
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