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Last Voices of the Second World War

Temporary exhibition
May 9, 2025–Jan. 18, 2026
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Experience the unforgettable stories and powerful first-person testimonies of the Second World War in this new exhibition.

To mark the 80th anniversary of the end of the conflict, Last Voices of the Second World War presents powerful new interviews from some of the last surviving veterans of the war, as well as family members.

Untold stories
Using the veterans’ own words, alongside photos and other personal mementoes, this poignant exhibition explores their journey to rebuild their lives and make meaning of their experience. It also sheds new light on the challenges, rewards and legacy of military service.

Discover the moving stories of Canada’s veterans and their families, and learn how military service shaped the lives of those who served — and the generations that followed — in profound and unexpected ways.

An exhibition developed by the Canadian War Museum and supported by The Royal Canadian Legion.

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Temporary exhibition
May 9, 2025–Jan. 18, 2026
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Exhibition opening

Join us for the official opening on May 8

Be among the first guests to experience our new exhibition featuring the unforgettable stories of Canada’s Second World War veterans and their families.

Evening highlights:

  • The Sons of Scotland Pipe Band
  • Saeideh Rajabzadeh
  • Peter Beaudoin and Le petit BIG BAND
  • Kodak Girls photo booth
  • New Canadian War Museum tartan

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Exterior of the Canadian War Museum
Canadian naval personnel

Canadian naval personnel, including members of the Women’s Royal Canadian Naval Service, celebrating VE Day near Piccadilly Circus in London, UK, May 8, 1945.

Photo: George Metcalf Archival Collection, CWM 19790488-010_2

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