New Veterans Walkway opens in Medicine Hat's Memorial Park
The walkway replaces a faded crosswalk tribute and leads to a memorial listing more than 100 names of the fallen.
A new Veterans Walkway has been created in Medicine Hat's Memorial Park to give veterans and the community a lasting place to honour those who served and died for their country. The project was championed by Edward Devine, a veteran of 40 years, who originally proposed a veterans crosswalk between City Hall and Memorial Park that had since worn away.
Devine said relocating the tribute into the park will protect it from Medicine Hat's weather and traffic. The walkway leads toward a memorial inscribed with more than 100 names of the deceased, offering a quiet space for reflection. Devine, who regularly volunteers to clean the park, said he views it much like a graveyard—a peaceful place for remembrance.
Devine credited the City of Medicine Hat and city council for their quick support, noting his original proposal received a response within a month. He hopes the walkway will encourage residents to learn more about services available to former service members.
Looking forward, Devine wants the city to establish an annual Veterans Day separate from Remembrance Day, envisioning a community gathering in Memorial Park with veterans, families, children and support organizations. He said the goal is to ensure veterans are remembered and supported year-round, not just on Nov. 11.
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