Honouring the Legacy of the No. 2 Construction Battalion
The Town of Truro is proud to honour the legacy of the No. 2 Construction Battalion, a unit of profound historical significance to both our province and the nation.
A National Apology and a Historic Pledge
On July 9, 2022, a National Apology was delivered to the descendants of the No. 2 Construction Battalion by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Defence Minister Anita Anand at the TAAC Grounds. During this event, Mayor Bill Mills announced Truro Town Council’s pledge to rename the TAAC Grounds in honour of the Battalion. This decision, made in June 2022, reflects the Town’s commitment to preserving and celebrating the Battalion’s legacy.
Significance of the Site
The site holds deep historical value as the former training and drilling site for the No. 2 Construction Battalion, which was headquartered in Truro, N.S., after its initial establishment in Pictou, N.S. Recognizing this site’s importance, the Town of Truro is undertaking efforts to ensure the Battalion’s contributions are appropriately commemorated.
Commemoration
On November 8, 2025, the site was officially renamed the No. 2 Construction Battalion Athletic Facility. This coincided with the newly revitalized grounds. The commemoration also includes:
- An Onsite Monument with Educational Panels: An onsite memorial to honour the Truro-Colchester members of the No. 2 Construction Battalion, along with educational panels that detail the history of the No. 2 Construction Battalion and the Truro Amateur Athletic Club.
A Community-Led Initiative
This initiative was led by the Town of Truro's African Nova Scotian Committee Strategy Committee.
