Mayor Len Brown will speak at a service of remembrance for the people of Christchurch and Canterbury during a special service in Holy Trinity Cathedral this Wednesday at 12:30pm.

Dean Jo Kelly-Moore says, "Last year many communities in Auckland supported the people of Canterbury following the February 22 earthquake. The same people still need our support and the service is a way to show a continued solidarity for Canterbury."

There will be a two-minute silence at 12:51 to remember those who died, and people will be able to light candles to express hope for the way ahead.

All are welcome to attend the service which will conclude soon after 1pm.