Peace, Liberty, Friendship & Remembrance
Peace, Liberty
Friendship & Remembrace
Peace, Liberty
Friendship & Remembrace
Welcome to Following their Footsteps! !
Le Coquelicot-Following their Footsteps is a non-profit association at the foot of Vimy Ridge dedicated to preserving the memory of the First World War through educational initiatives and community engagement. Founded in 2005, we lead and participate in projects reflecting the values of remembrance, peace, liberty and international friendship.
Take a walk in Givenchy en Gohelle at the foot of the Canadian National Vimy Memorial and discover the history of the village before, during and after the Great War thanks to the 7 panels on the walking trail.
And the finalists are… Click to discover the winner and the finalists!
Come and discover the sites of the Great War in Artois with your family and friends at this annual car rally.
If you’re looking for a tour with a French touch, you’ve come to the right place:! Our volunteer guides pick you up at the station, provide lunch and share the local French perspective with you while exploring Canada’s First World War history & heritage.
Want to support and defend a cause close to your heart !
Become a member !
Host a Canadian student in your home.
Host remembrance tourists on the trail of their ancestors?
French or Canadian?
Become a volunteer and lead activities around Vimy !
Become a Footsteps Follower : host schools & Remembrance tourists on the tracks of First World War soldiers
