Canadian flag at the door, torch in hand: Passendale commemorates the Battle of Passchendaele and seals friendship with Canada

Zonnebeke has established a partnership with Saugeen Shores, a Canadian city, coinciding with the Passchendaele Ceremony. Canadian representatives visited Zonnebeke for three days, culminating in a commemoration of the Battle of Passchendaele at Crest Farm Canadian Memorial. The event included a torchlight procession along the Canadian Avenue, where residents display Canadian flags annually. Mayor Koen Meersseman emphasized the importance of preserving this heritage and honoring the soldiers who fought for freedom. The new twinning aims to strengthen ties between the two communities, enhancing the international profile of the Passchendaele Museum.