It's Armed Forces Day in North Bay!

North Bay is once again gathering to show support for our military members.

The 8th annual Armed Forces Day goes at the waterfront and includes the CF-18 air demonstration team and the Canadian Forces Parachute team, the Skyhawks.

Honourary Colonel George Burton says there a bit of change to this year’s event.

“There will be no parade this year, we’re going to have a gathering by the bandshell. Kick-off time is 10:30 in the morning for school children and those that can’t attend the 6 o’clock evening twilight show,” he says.

There’s also static military displays, including a CF-18 cockpit.

Honourary Colonel Harriet Madigan says military personnel to a lot for the community.

“I haven’t been to an event yet where I haven’t seen a volunteer military person taking part and being actively involved in their community, it’s awesome,” she says.

Everyone is being encouraged to wear red.

(File photo)