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Who we are
A Leading Voice on the First World War in Canada
Our Foundation has reached thousands of Canadian youth and led innovative commemorative initiatives.
We Build the Future, Informed by the Past
Our foundation works to preserve and promote Canada’s ongoing legacy of leadership through:
Youth Programs
Both domestic and overseas, the Vimy Foundation's programs aim at engaging students across Canada in their country's unique legacy and First World War history.
Commemorative Projects
The Foundation helps spread awareness and promote greater recognition of the battle of Vimy Ridge and the First World War as important milestones in Canadian history.
Educational Resources
The Vimy Foundation creates, curates and shares with the public historical resources and modern perspectives on Canada's participation in the First World War.
Featured Projects
Allward: Bringing Stone to Life
Discover the 15 plaster models that tell the story of Allward’s creative process in creating the Canadian National Vimy Memorial.
Featured Projects
First World War in Colour
The First World War was the first major conflict that had professional press photographers documenting daily life. Witness these photographs come to life through the Vimy Foundation’s digital colourization initiative.
Featured Projects
Vimy: A Living Memorial
Vimy: A Living Memorial uses digital media storytelling to bring the Canadian National Vimy Memorial to all Canadians and a worldwide audience through two complementary platforms.
Featured Projects
The Vimy Foundation Centennial Park
On November 9, 2018 we opened the gates to a modern living memorial in commemoration of the centenary of the armistice of the First World War.
Featured Projects
The Vimy Foundation Centennial Park
The Vimy Foundation Centennial Park is designed as a place for reflection about the role Canada played in the First World War and an opportunity to honour the Great War generation.
sTUDENT PROGRAMS
Vimy Inspires Tomorrow
History education meets leadership education. Vimy Inspires Tomorrow encourages youth between 13 and 17 years old to develop and utilize their leadership skills.
sTUDENT PROGRAMS
Beaverbrook Vimy Prize
The Beaverbrook Vimy Prize (BVP) is a unique learning experience in Belgium and France, awarded to outstanding youth between 15-17 years of age.
sTUDENT PROGRAMS
Vimy Pilgrimage Award
The Vimy Foundation created the Vimy Pilgrimage Award (VPA) to recognize the actions of young people, ages 15-17, who are dedicated to the betterment of society.
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Explore & Learn
Explore our educational resources and learn how the battle of Vimy Ridge became a turning point in Canadian History.
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"The Beaverbrook Vimy Program changed my outlook on the way we perceive and discuss historical events. I had incredible discussions with my peers and learned to question and think about why it is that we emphasize certain historical events over others. Most of all I had so much fun connecting with people with similar interest as myself and having the opportunity to get physically immersed in places with a rich history."
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Beaverbrook Vimy Prize Alumni
Beaverbrook Vimy Prize Alumni
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