The Canadian Police and Peace Officers’ Memorial Service is marking its 48th year on Parliament Hill in Ottawa.

The annual ceremony is held on the last Sunday of September to honour officers who died in the line of duty.

Organizers say the service also recognizes the families they left behind.

The first ceremony, held in 1978, honoured 14 officers, according to the Canadian Police and Peace Officers’ Memorial.

By 2024, 909 names had been engraved on 28 glass tablets that line the perimeter wall on Parliament Hill, overlooking the Ottawa River and the Supreme Court of Canada.

The memorial is described as a lasting tribute to fallen members.

The New Brunswick Association of Chiefs of Police said the day is a reminder to reflect on the sacrifices made by officers and their families.

The association, led by President Chief Robert M. Bruce, encouraged New Brunswickers to take a moment on Sunday to remember those who served with honour, dignity, courage, and dedication to public safety.