Prior to Sunday's home game against the WearWell Bombers at Antigonish Arena, The Novas held a special Remembrance Day ceremony to honour the courage, service, and sacrifice of the men and women who have served, and continue to serve, our country.

For the occasion, The Novas took to the ice wearing commemorative camouflage jerseys featuring a poppy on the chest, a symbol of remembrance and respect for those who have served Canada.

The organization was honoured to welcome Master Corporal Randy Chisholm, an active member of the Royal Canadian Air Force, and retired Corporal Greg Linton to participate in the ceremony at centre ice.

Joining them were Novas Captain Nole Romard and Assistant Captains John Purcell, Liam Duggan, and Alex Dan MacDonnell, who proudly displayed the Canadian flag during the playing of the National Anthem.

During the National Anthem, players from both The Novas and the WearWell Bombers lined their respective blue lines in a shared moment of respect and reflection.

The ceremony served as a meaningful reminder that the freedoms we enjoy today, including the opportunity to gather as communities and participate in the sports we love, have been shaped by the service and sacrifices of generations of Canadians.

At The Novas, we believe that developing young athletes goes hand in hand with developing respectful, responsible community citizens. Opportunities such as this remind our players that wearing the N represents more than hockey. It carries a responsibility to honour our history, respect others, and appreciate those who have served our communities and our country.

The Novas extend their sincere appreciation to Master Corporal Randy Chisholm and retired Corporal Greg Linton for participating in Sunday's ceremony, and to the WearWell Bombers for joining us in this tribute.

We will remember them.

Lest We Forget. ??