Maple Leaves and Tulips: celebrates the Canadian-Dutch friendship, forged in fire, is still very much alive on the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe.

By Staff

April 12^th,2025

BURLINGTON, ON

It is described as a temporary exhibit to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe and highlights the major role played by Canadians during the Liberation of the Netherlands in the final nine months of the Second World War.

Historical moments are evoked to illustrate the strong ties that united the two countries during the terrible winter of 1945.

The post-war era is also featured, from the many Dutch war brides who followed their Canadian soldier home to a new country, to the first large waves of Dutch immigration to Canada, as well as the many commemorative traditions of the more recent decades.

The cartoon on the left was a popular postcard illustration.

Maple Leaves and Tulips: Then and Now, developed and presented by the Juno Beach Centre, in partnership with the Liberation Route Europe Foundation, demonstrates that Canadian-Dutch friendship, forged in fire, is still very much alive today.

Maple Leaves and Tulips: Then and Now

April 17 to December 31, 2025

Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum

Wednesday to Sunday – 9 am to 5 pm

Admission: Exhibit is FREE with admission. Regular admission rates are Adult (18 – 64) $14.25, Senior (65+) $12.50, Student (13 – 17) $12.50, Youth (6 – 12) $9.75.