Featured Exhibition

Feeding the Soldier
Food, Rations, and Life on the Front Lines
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    Featured Exhibition

    I, too, take leave of all I have
    Canadian VADs in the First World War
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      Featured Exhibition

      Riding Into Battle
      The Untold Story of Canadian Cyclists in the Great War.
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        Featured Exhibition

        Shell Shocked
        The Long Road to Recovery
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          Exhibitions

          Gain a deeper understanding of Canada’s First World War history by booking a visit to our on-site exhibition or by exploring our diverse online exhibitions. From life on the front lines to stories from the home front, each theme offers a unique perspective on Canada’s wartime experience. Start browsing to uncover the history that shaped a generation.

          Currently on Display

          Hidden Gems

          From Vimy to the Homefront

          The Canadian Centre for the Great War is showcasing rare helmets, photographs and socially significant artifacts in the main exhibition hall.

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          Women's War Effort

          Women's War Effort

          Explore the vital role women played during the First World War and discover how their contributions reshaped Canadian society.

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            Dear Bessie
            A Wartime Love Story
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            I, too, take leave of all I have
            Canadian VADs in the First World War
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            What Will You Do?
            Canadian Women’s Organisations during the First World War (An Exhibition with the help of The Champlain Society)
              Soldiers

              Life on the Front

              Discover the daily lives of soldiers during the First World War. Through personal stories and artifacts, gain insight into their resilience, sacrifices, and the challenges they faced on the front lines.

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                ‘This Place is a Sure Hell’
                Private Clarence Booth and his experience at Saint Eloi
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                Feeding the Soldier
                Food, Rations, and Life on the Front Lines
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                Riding Into Battle
                The Untold Story of Canadian Cyclists in the Great War.
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                Shell Shocked
                The Long Road to Recovery

                  Life on the Front

                  Canadian Warfare

                  Dive into the evolution of Canadian military strategy, technology, and tactics during the First World War. Learn about Canada's impact on global warfare and its rise as a respected military power.

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                    Battle of Hill 70 & Actions at Lens
                    The Canadian Corps in August 1917
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                    Siberian Expedition
                    A long way from home: Canadians in Siberia, 1918-1919
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                    Vimy Ridge & Arleux
                    Canadian battles in the spring of 1917
                      Stories & Artifacts Coming Soon
                      Every object tells a story. Our Stories and Artifacts page will soon unveil narratives and items from our collection. Stay tuned!
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