A Nova Scotia community is paying tribute to veterans with a display featuring thousands of hand crocheted poppies. The display in Hubbards started as an idea for Gabriela Leitch. “I had this vision about a year ago,” Leitch said. “It started small and it grew to something amazing. “Every poppy represents someone taking the time to remember a veteran and the sacrifices that were given to us for our freedom.” For veteran John Young, the display carries a lot of meaning. “This means to me the community remembers and the community has your back,” he said. “When you see this level of support, it means to me really that the community honours all of these people.” Poppy maker Michella Shano complimented Leitch for putting the project together. “It’s amazing Gabriela was able to reach so many people,” she said. “You can see how many hands have touched the poppies.” “We need to do better as a society to support our veterans,” Leitch said. For more Nova Scotia news, visit our dedicated provincial page
