​Kincardine approves Veterans Crosswalk at Lambton Street and Huron Terrace

Kincardine council has approved the request from the Kincardine Legion to install a commemorative "Lest We Forget" crosswalk at the west-side crossing of Lambton Street and Huron Terrace, in the Town of Kincardine, the closest intersection to the Legion building.

Legion president Teri Leslie and public relations officer Glenn Booker made the presentation at the council meeting Wednesday night (March 11).

The crosswalk is intended to honour the service and sacrifice of veterans from Kincardine and across Canada. This year, the Royal Canadian Legion marks the 100th anniversary of its incorporation, and the crosswalk is envisioned as a visible, everyday reminder of remembrance and gratitude.

The design includes two soldiers on a backdrop of white and grey stripes, with the words “Lest We Forget” in red at each end of the crosswalk.

"We hope that every step across this crosswalk invites a moment of reflection of the sacrifices our veterans made for our community,” said Leslie. "We want the crosswalk to be simple, insightful and impactful. The freedoms we enjoy were paid for through the sacrifice of others."

The crosswalk installation is expected to cost about $9,800. Since the project was not included in the budget, staff recommended the funding come from the contingency reserve, requiring a budget amendment.

Interim chief administrative officer Kimberly Wingrove said the crosswalk is being completed at a higher standard to provide vibrancy and long-term protection of the investment.

The goal is to install the commemorative crosswalk in July to be ready for the official 100th anniversary of the Legion, July 17.

Leslie told council that in honour of this milestone, the Royal Canadian Legion has made membership free for everyone this year. To date, the Kincardine Legion has welcomed 154 new members which equates to about two per day. Total membership now sits at 600.

Council approved the project and the budget amendment.

In a press release, issued Thursday by the municipality, Kincardine mayor Kenneth Craig stated, "Council is proud to support the creation of this commemorative crosswalk in recognition of the brave veterans who served our country. It is a small but meaningful way to honour the sacrifices made by those who fought to protect the freedoms we enjoy today. It stands as a visible reminder of our community’s deep respect and gratitude for those who served.”



The proposed Veterans Crosswalk in the Town of Kincardine