Canada's Last WWII Veteran Remembered | Calgary News

At 101, Canada’s last surviving D-Day veteran, William “Bill” Wilson, passed away, leaving behind a legacy of courage and devotion. Born in Manitoba in 1924, he enlisted at 18, served aboard HMCS Ottawa, and stormed the beaches of Normandy on D-Day in 1944. After the war, he helped build Canada’s naval museums in Calgary, traveled to Normandy for every major anniversary, and remained active in the Royal Canadian Navy until retirement in 1979. Known for his humility, pride, and unwavering commitment to honoring those who served, Wilson’s life was celebrated by family, fellow sailors, and a grateful nation — with a memorial set for August at HMCS Tecumseh. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/269f6e4364b6c995