A new crosswalk at the corner of Pembroke Street East and Mackay Street pays tribute to local veterans, thanks to the efforts of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 72.

The Veteran’s Crosswalk, adjacent to Memorial Cenotaph Park, was unveiled on Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025 as part of the kickoff to National Legion Week which runs until September 27.

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The design features bands of alternating red and white with the words “In honour of those who served and sacrificed” written in black at both ends of the crosswalk.

Commemorative crosswalks must be coordinated with the municipality and Branch 72 worked with City of Pembroke staff and the Operations Committee during the proposal and approval process in April 2025.

Council approval of the installation of a durable line marking cro

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