“Wait for Me Daddy”

An iconic photograph of a little boy dashing toward his father as he marches off to war is set to be immortalized on the B.C. street corner where it was taken more than 70 years ago.

The boy in the photograph was five-year-old Warren (Whitey) Bernard, who still vividly remembers the day in the fall of 1940 when the B.C. Regiment marched down 8th Street in New Westminster, B.C., as they headed off to war. The image, capturing a poignant moment of a child reaching out to his departing father, has resonated through the decades, symbolizing the personal sacrifices made during wartime.

Now, this powerful moment will be commemorated at the very location where it occurred. The street corner will feature a tribute to the photograph, ensuring that future generations remember the touching story of Warren Bernard and the many families affected by the war. This tribute not only honors the past but also serves as a reminder of the enduring impact of such historical moments on the community and the world.