LangfordB次元官网网址檚 new veterans crosswalk was officially opened at a ceremony held on Station Avenue on Thursday (Nov. 14).

Originally planned by the City of Langford to be a B次元官网网址榬egularB次元官网网址� crosswalk, the idea to create a veterans tribute came from local resident, Dianna Seaton, inspired by a similar project in Hamilton, Ont.

A community fundraiser followed, raising around $7,000 to help pay for the crosswalkB次元官网网址檚 paint. The remainder of the cost for the paint, plus labour and related expenses, was covered by the city.

It is hoped the crossing, while serving its purpose as a safe place to cross, will also serve as a lasting tribute to LangfordB次元官网网址檚 veterans for generations to come.

And the crosswalk is already having the desired effect.

Speaking at the ceremony, Coun. Colby Harder shared a touching moment of reflection she witnessed at the crossing.

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B次元官网网址淭his is not just a crosswalk, it's a tribute to remember the veterans and their families who have sacrificed so much for our freedom,B次元官网网址� added Mayor Scott Goodmanson, who praised the community, contractors and city staff for their work to have the crosswalk ready in time for Remembrance Day.

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