Veterans Museum

The Veterans Museum pays tribute to the vital role played by both English- and French-speaking residents of the Magdalen Islands during the major military conflicts of the 20th century, including the First and Second World Wars and the Korean War.

Over 400 Magdalen Islanders joined the Canadian Armed Forces, in addition to the many men who served in the Merchant Navy and the women who contributed actively to the war effort, both at home and abroad. Through the exhibition, visitors discover the names, stories, and acts of bravery that shaped this chapter of local history—while also confronting the human cost of war, still felt within the island’s close-knit families today.

The museum features an impressive collection of military artifacts and memorabilia: uniforms, medals, letters, equipment, and personal belongings. Each item tells a story, and together they illustrate the deep commitment of the Magdalen Islanders during some of the most turbulent moments in Canadian history.