Our Mission

Building the Future, Informed by the Past

The Vimy Foundation is a leading voice on the First World War in Canada and the home of the collections of the Canadian Centre for the Great War.

The Foundation works to preserve and promote Canada's ongoing legacy of leadership

The First World War victory at Vimy Ridge in April 1917, a milestone where Canada came of age and was recognized on the world stage, acts as a symbol of this rich legacy. Our actions here at the Vimy Foundation are informed by our commitment to three strategic pillars:
Leadership - shaping informed and engaged leaders of tomorrow
Legacy - evolving our connection to our First World War heritage
Longevity - delivering on a commitment to maintaining operational excellence

A brick wall with The Vimy Foundation logo and Centennial Park mounted on it.
A group of students at the Vimy memorial

The Foundation carries out its mission by:

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  1. Spreading awareness through our educational youth programs, both domestic and overseas;
  2. Spreading awareness through innovative digital projects and unique commemorative initiatives;
  3. Spreading awareness through promoting recognition of April 9th as Vimy Day.

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Brief Overview
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‍The Vimy Foundation, a Canadian non-profit established in 2006, is dedicated to preserving and sharing the legacy of Canada's contributions during the First World War, particularly at the Battle of Vimy Ridge. Inspired by the history of Canadian Forces at Vimy Ridge, the Foundation believes that understanding our past is key to building a successful future.

Committed to ensuring that the stories of Canadian leadership and sacrifice are shared with future generations, the Vimy Foundation works with diverse partners on commemorative initiatives and forward-looking educational programs. These projects aim to spread awareness of Canada’s First World War history, inspiring young people across the country to use history as a tool for creating a better tomorrow.

‘The Past is Worthy of our Present’: Vimy 105 to Vimy 110

After three years of reorganization and the 105th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge, the Vimy Foundation has developed a strategic planning process to implement a five-year organizational growth strategy with short- and long-term goals leading up to Vimy 110.

Building on our existing strategic pillars of Leadership, Legacy, and Longevity, we have engaged in consultation with partners and stakeholders to understand viewpoints that help us reflect on our purpose, understand scope, and contribute to our collective goals.

We invite you to read the strategic plan that will guide the Foundation's actions over the next five years for building the future, informed by the past.

Vimy 105 to Vimy 110, English version
Vimy 105 à Vimy 110, version française

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In the lead up to the 90th anniversary of the unveiling of the Canadian National Vimy Memorial, Blair Ketcheson has made available a small release of prints from his Portraits of an Icon collection. “Canada Bereft” is a striking fine-art photograph capturing one of the most powerful and recognizable figures of the Vimy Memorial. This image highlights the solemn grace and enduring symbolism of the monument, offering a deeply moving tribute to sacrifice and remembrance. Produced exclusively for the Vimy Foundation, each print is part of a limited edition of fifty, signed and numbered by the artist. Prints measure approximately 13” x 19” on 17” x 22” sheets. An Attribution Sheet accompanies every print, providing details about the image, edition, copyright, and framing. Each print is numbered to 50 and available only while supplies last. Copyright © 2014 Blair Ketcheson : All Rights Reserved.

"Canada Bereft" Print by Blair Ketcheson numbered to 50

$ 300.00 

$ 300.00 

On sale
The Vimy Memorial In the lead up to the 90th anniversary of the unveiling of the Canadian National Vimy Memorial, Blair Ketcheson has made available a small release of prints from his Portraits of an Icon collection. This fine-art photograph of the Vimy Memorial offers a timeless perspective on one of Canada’s most significant national symbols. Through careful composition and light, the image captures both the monument’s architectural grandeur and its profound historical meaning. Produced exclusively for the Vimy Foundation, each print is part of a limited edition of fifty, signed and numbered by the artist. Prints measure approximately 13” x 19” on 17” x 22” sheets. Included with every purchase is an Attribution Sheet outlining details about the photograph, edition, copyright, and framing. Each print is numbered to 50 and available only while supplies last. Copyright © 2014 Blair Ketcheson : All Rights Reserved.

"The Vimy Memorial" Print by Blair Ketcheson numbered to 50

$ 300.00 

$ 300.00 

On sale
Stone of Remembrance In the lead up to the 90th anniversary of the unveiling of the Canadian National Vimy Memorial, Blair Ketcheson has made available a small release of prints from his Portraits of an Icon collection. “Stone of Remembrance” highlights one of the defining elements found across Commonwealth war cemeteries. Each Stone bears the inscription “Their name liveth for evermore,” chosen by Rudyard Kipling from the Book of Ecclesiasticus, reflecting the enduring remembrance of the fallen. Produced exclusively for the Vimy Foundation, each print is part of a limited edition of fifty, signed and numbered by the artist. Prints measure approximately 13” x 19” on 17” x 22” sheets. An Attribution Sheet is included with each order, detailing the image, edition, copyright, and framing information. Each print is numbered to 50 and available only while supplies last. Copyright © 2014 Blair Ketcheson : All Rights Reserved.

"Stone of Remembrance" Print by Blair Ketcheson numbered to 50

$ 300.00 

$ 300.00 

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