Canada Day

Ottawa city officials laid out their plans for Canada Day Monday morning, including shows at LeBreton Flats and efforts to keep anti-government protests ...

For comparison, an estimated 56,000 people went to the shows on Parliament Hill in 2019 and that doesn't count everyone celebrating nearby. "We've developed our plans in the shadow of the unlawful protests and Rolling Thunder event. Some in those groups have indicated they'd like to protest through July and August. He said Monday he wants this to be a safe, festive event for children and families and that people who "come to disrupt" will be dealt with, without a warning. He said police have been following online commentary and trying to talk to people who've said they're coming to protest. "This is expected to be a unique Canada Day, with larger crowds and a larger event footprint," interim Ottawa police Chief Steve Bell said during a Monday news conference.

Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson and interim police chief Steve Bell say security plans have been drawn up to allow for safe celebrations on Friday despite the ...

Watson says Ottawa residents and visitors should feel comfortable heading to the Canada Day celebrations, which are being held at a location west of downtown, but to be prepared for delays and other travel disruptions. Ottawa is bracing for a new round of protests expected to start on Canada Day and the city’s mayor and chief of police say they are ready. Bell says police are prepared for a number of different scenarios, and will respond quickly to any illegal activity, including efforts to set up structures such as stages.

With Canada Day just a few days away, organizers of the annual event are excited to be celebrating back in-person this year with a full slate of events for ...

"We've put extra money into our fireworks show this year so the finale is going to be even more spectacular then its ever been in the past. It will be a day full of activities for the family to enjoy, Marenger said. New this year, Marenger mentioned the midway runs 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and will also be open Saturday in the park for families to enjoy. "We've added a few things to it to make it bigger and better," said Ryan Marenger, committee chair of the event. So the last three minutes of the fireworks are going to be a spectacle." Marenger is anticipating a larger crowd this year as things return to back to what the original Canada Day celebrations were in Cambridge, and not a virtual event.

Ottawa's mayor is warning the city won't tolerate any illegal activity downtown during Canada Day festivities this year, as the city prepares for possible ...

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Two adults and four children enjoying activities at Cumberland Museum. Looking for something to do on Canada Day that's a little bit different? Ottawa has ...

If mother nature decides to bring out the sun, the City has lots of splash pads, pools and beaches that are fun for the entire family. 75 isn’t the only place you can explore public artwork while you’re on the go. LeBreton Flats Park isn’t the only place to enjoy fireworks and other fun activities. In the spirit of the City of Ottawa’s Reconciliation Action Plan, the participating artists submitted culturally relevant images on the theme Land is Medicine. It is deliberate that some of the models don't have an exact resemblance to their character. Ever wanted to experience what Canada Day celebrations might have been like in the 1920s and 1930s?

The Lloydminster Sanitary Landfill is closed Friday, July 1, 2022, reopening with regular hours on Saturday, July 2, 2022. · Curbside collection will be ...

Additional information is available atLloydminster.ca/SSC. Childminding is unavailable. Additional information is available atLloydminster.ca/LMA. - The Bylaw Office is closed Friday, July 1, 2022, reopening with regular hours on Monday, July 4, 2022. - The Lloydminster RCMP Detachment is closed Friday, July 1, 2022, reopening with regular hours on Monday, July 4, 2022. - The Operations Centre is closed Friday, July 1, 2022, reopening with regular hours on Monday, July 4, 2022.

Veteran James Topp plans to end his cross-country march against COVID-19 vaccine mandates and other pandemic public-health restrictions.

During the day they plan a family-fun “freedoming” event on the lawn of the Supreme Court that includes an “old-fashioned family picnic” with games, keynote speaker James Topp and concerts. “Freedom” groups are doing just that. “Parliament Hill is among our country’s most iconic landmarks. But Ottawa police in helmets and shields scuffled with an aggressive crowd that gathered in the evening on Rideau Street near Sussex Drive as vehicles jammed the street there. There are also events on June 30, when veteran James Topp arrives in Ottawa on the final leg of his cross-country walk to protest COVID-19 vaccine mandates and other pandemic public health measures. Article content Article content Article content Expect a strong police presence. Article content Article content Article content

This Friday should be a time to celebrate in Port Dover. Not only is it officially Canada Day, it's also the r...

Strang wanted to reiterate that the Lions do everything they do on Canada Day for one reason – to celebrate with the community.Audio Player He said there certainly is a buzz in the air, and he anticipates anyone coming out to watch the parade in particular will be in for a good show.Audio Player Not only is it officially Canada Day, it’s also the return to big Canada Day celebrations in our lakeside community.Audio Player

The day is set to start with an Indigenous traditional canoe protocol and welcome ceremony by the Lekwungen Traditional Dancers. “We're so excited to be working ...

There also won’t be any fireworks over fire concerns and the lack of black powder worldwide. The Lekwungen Traditional Dancers will also be performing at the Gorge, along with other musical acts both on stage and busking. There’ll also be a family movie screening on the turf. Events will be running from 10 a.m. until 10 p.m., including live music with local musician Vince Vaccaro headlining, a hot wing eating contest, K9 unit demonstrations by West Shore RMCP, as well as Langford Fire Rescue hosting a firefighter obstacle course. La Société Francophone de Victoria is also bringing award-winning Montreal-based singer-songwriter Joyce N’sana over for the show. The Gorge Canada Day Picnic is returning after its COVID hiatus from 8:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. on July 1 along the Gorge Waterway. The event stretches along Gorge Road West from Tillicum Road to Admirals Road which will include pancakes, a parade, car show and voyageur canoe rides.

Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson and interim police chief Steve Bell say security plans have been drawn up to allow for safe celebrations on Friday despite the threat of ...

Watson says Ottawa residents and visitors should feel comfortable heading to the Canada Day celebrations, which are being held at a location west of downtown, but to be prepared for delays and other travel disruptions. Ottawa is bracing for a new round of protests expected to start on Canada Day and the city's mayor and chief of police say they are ready. Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson and interim police chief Steve Bell say security plans have been drawn up to allow for safe celebrations on Friday despite the threat of protests.

Ottawa city officials laid out their plans for a "unique" Canada Day Monday morning, including shows at LeBreton Flats and efforts to keep anti-government ...

For comparison, an estimated 56,000 people went to the shows on Parliament Hill in 2019 and that doesn't count everyone celebrating nearby. "We've developed our plans in the shadow of the unlawful protests and Rolling Thunder event. Some in those groups have indicated they'd like to protest through July and August. He said Monday he wants this to be a safe, festive event for children and families and that people who "come to disrupt" will be dealt with, without a warning. He said police have been following online commentary and trying to talk to people who've said they're coming to protest. "This is expected to be a unique Canada Day, with larger crowds and a larger event footprint," interim Ottawa police Chief Steve Bell said during a Monday news conference.

Mayor Jim Watson and interim police chief Steve Bell say security plans have been drawn up to allow for safe celebrations on Friday despite the threat of ...

The Centretown Community Health Centre is the “anchor agency and fundraising portal,” according to a news release. “We’ve developed our plans in the shadow of the unlawful protests and Rolling Thunder event,” he said. The city has been the scene of several large demonstrations since supporters of the “Freedom Convoy” occupied the downtown core for three weeks in January and February.

Many communities that cancelled their festivities in 2020 due to COVID-19 and in 2021 out of respect for mourning Indigenous communities have put out planned ...

“This is going to be a great day.” The venue will host the “first-ever” Canada Day Waterfront Festival with face painting, circus performers and more. Fundy National Park will offer free admission for all and the Village of Alma, located “right on the doorstep” of the park is hoping that brings some travellers to town.

The all-day event kicks off with a free pancake breakfast at AWG Arena, which will run from 9 a.m. until 10:30 a.m., the City of Iqaluit announced in a news ...

From 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., there will be live music at the Nakasuk school field. It will follow a route to Nakasuk Elementary School, where it will finish at around 1 p.m. More updates on Canada Day activities will be posted on the city’s Facebook page. For a $25 entry fee, there are opportunities to run a half marathon, 10-kilometre and five-kilometre race. During that time, there will be a break to hold a civic ceremony starting at 1:25 p.m. People can also tie their laces and run for a good cause.

By kawarthaNOW. 'Lessons from the Land' at Beavermead Park in Nogojiwanong-Peterborough features guided medicine walks, traditional games and activities, ...

While all activities during “Lessons from the Land” are family friendly, children should be accompanied by a caregiver. The kits are available between 9 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. while supplies last. All materials will be supplied. Meet at the Beavermead Pavilion at the sign-in time (8:45 a.m. for the morning walk and 12:45 p.m. for the afternoon walk) and ensure that you bring good walking shoes, sun protection, and water. All materials will be supplied. The walks, which begin at 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., are limited to 30 participants each.

Cyclists and pedestrians can use the Harris Park Entrance at the corner of Dufferin Avenue and Ridout Street North, Dundas Place, Dundas-TVP and Dundas Street ...

Ivey Park and the public walkway in front of the HMCS Prevost on Becher Street will also be closed at 7 p.m. Those driving downtown for the fireworks are encouraged to park at one of the City’s municipal parking lots nearby Harris Park, including Municipal Lots 9, 12, 21, 6 and 20. On-street parking meters will be available free of charge on July 1, 2022. The London Heritage Council will be hosting Night Market London on Thursday, June 30, from 7 to 11 p.m. and Canada Day London on Friday, July 1, from 12 to 10 p.m. on Dundas Place and Talbot Street. In addition, Queens Bridge and Kensington Bridge will be closed to vehicle traffic starting at 8 p.m. Pedestrians will be permitted to walk through Queens Bridge until 9 p.m. The West London Dykes will also be closed near Labatt Park. Cyclists and pedestrians can use the Harris Park Entrance at the corner of Dufferin Avenue and Ridout Street North, Dundas Place, Dundas-TVP and Dundas Street Bikeway to reach Harris Park.

When can you light fireworks in Canada? It depends on where you live. A ...

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Get ready to celebrate Canada on Friday with this list of events taking place in and around Edmonton on July 1.

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Over the past few years, the City has received public complaints and emergency calls about fireworks, including discharging fireworks in parks and debris left ...

Full details on the City of Ottawa’s Fireworks By-law is available on ottawa.ca. Residents can report issues with fireworks online through ServiceOttawa at ottawa.ca. (link is external) No discharging fireworks on City parks and sports fields Discharging fireworks is not allowed on City property – which includes all parks, sports fields and beaches.

With Canada Day right around the corner, here is a list of events where you can celebrate Canada's 155th birthday in the Greater Montreal area:

But last week, the fearless feline took things to a whole new level. Celebrations will begin at the 1 p.m. opening ceremony with a 21-gun salute accompanied by the Canadian Armed Forces and RCMP officers. Evening celebrations include a live music concert at 8:30 p.m., featuring Paul Kunigis and the QW4RTZ group. A 30-year-old woman is dead after falling off a horse at the Ponoka Stampede on Sunday. A 30-year-old woman is dead after falling off a horse at the Ponoka Stampede on Sunday. A dog at the center of a search after the vehicle he was in was stolen, has finally been found and reunited with his owners. An Ontario community is reeling after a 23-month-old boy died when he was accidentally left in a hot car outside the school where his mother taught, the mayor says. A 30-year-old woman is dead after falling off a horse at the Ponoka Stampede on Sunday. An Ontario community is reeling after a 23-month-old boy died when he was accidentally left in a hot car outside the school where his mother taught, the mayor says. An Ontario community is reeling after a 23-month-old boy died when he was accidentally left in a hot car outside the school where his mother taught, the mayor says. City of Ottawa staff and the Ottawa Police Service are ensuring residents that planned protests on Canada Day will not devolve into the kind of occupation that residents endured this past winter. Celebrations begin at 11 a.m. with the national anthem, followed by a Canada Day parade in the Greenfield Park borough (departing from Parklane St. at 2:30 p.m.). Festivities for families will be held at Empire Park after the parade, with a variety of games and entertainment and a play area for toddlers.

The Interior of BC was being ravaged by an extreme heat wave and our neighbouring community of Lytton had suffered a devastating conflagration. That fire and ...

As of right now the 2022 City Halloween Fireworks Show is being planned for”. The Interior of BC was being ravaged by an extreme heat wave and our neighbouring community of Lytton had suffered a devastating conflagration. “We are playing it safe and being proactive in preventing anything unnecessary from happening,” he said.

City of Ottawa staff and the Ottawa Police Service are ensuring residents that planned protests on Canada Day will not devolve into the kind of occupation ...

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The Alberta legislature will be hosting events to mark Canada Day 2022 after a two-year hiatus.

The Legislature Chamber floor is open to the public once a year on Canada Day so visitors can see where their MLAs sit. Canada Day celebrations coming back to the Alberta legislature Back to video Canada Day celebrations coming back to the Alberta legislature

On June 30, 2022 members of the media are invited to the Musical Ride stables to help our police officers and horses get ready for their Canada Day weekend ...

On July 3, the Ukrainian Canadian Congress will collect donations to support displaced Ukrainian families in Ottawa. Please park in visitors parking across from the stables or along the sidewalk in front of the stables and proceed on foot to the door with the Mountie Shop sign to receive your visitor's pass and meet with your escort. Members of the media are asked to arrive at the RCMP Musical Ride facilities at 11 a.m. EDT or confirm a different time of arrival.

This Canada Day will look slightly different than years past because construction on Parliament Hill has shifted the stage to LeBreton Flats. Parliament Hill ...

These parking restrictions will be in effect until signs are removed and the city is asking drivers to check for signs before parking. Normal hours will resume on Saturday. Parliament Hill last hosted the national Canada Day party in 2019, before the COVID-19 pandemic. The Ottawa hospital assessment centre will be open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., the CHEO assessment centre will be open 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and the Brewer Park testing site will be open noon to 4 p.m. All city parking regulations and restrictions apply and new event-related parking and stopping restrictions will be posted in areas of the city where events are set to take place. The LRT and Line 2 replacement buses will be on a special Canada Day schedule, running from 6 a.m. Most malls in Ottawa will be closed for Canada Day on Friday. Only the Rideau Centre will be open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. If Canada Day is your regular garbage pickup day it will be moved to Saturday. OC Transpo will be offering free services on Canada Day on O-Train Line 1, buses and Para Transpo. Most Beer Store locations will also be closed for Canada Day, although a select few locations will be open with hours limited to 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Check your local store hours to be sure. Three COVID-19 testing sites will be open on Canada Day. What's open and closed in Ottawa on Canada Day

In Trent Lakes, the Buckhorn Community Centre will be open rain or shine from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with a magic show, games of skill, Lego-building activities and ...

There will also be fireworks at the Cordova Fire Hall on Saturday at dusk. Canada Day crafts, cupcake decorating, lawn games, a bouncy castle and obstacle course will also be part of the fun. In Havelock, a fireworks display will kick off at dusk. Participants will have a photo of their creation added to an album, which will be released July 1. Children are encouraged to decorate their bikes or other vehicles and join the parade. The parade starts at 10 a.m. at North Shore Public School and wraps up at the Keene fire station. There will be a Lions Club barbecue at the Centre at noon and free rolling skating from 1 to 3 p.m. Otonabee-South Monaghan Township is hosting the Keene Canada Day parade and celebration. Cavan Monaghan Township will be welcoming its residents to the Cavan Monaghan Community Centre from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. to celebrate its heritage on Canada Day with a bouncy castle, lacrosse clinic, beach volleyball, barbecue, cake, crafts, a DJ and a bike raffle. There will be a Lions Club barbecue from 2:30 to 7 p.m. Opening ceremonies take place at 3 p.m. followed by a bicycle parade at 3:30 p.m., a dunk tank, pickup ball hockey, live music, a fire truck pull by Asphodel-Norwood Fire and Rescue and fireworks at dusk. In Selwyn Township, the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 77 in Lakefield is inviting community members to kick off Canada Day celebrations with a barbecue and live music from the Greg Hannah Band at 12:30 p.m. There will also be a share-the-wealth draw at 4 p.m. The Trent Lakes Fire Rescue will also be on site and there will be entertainment by Lucas Stark, the Mystery Entertainer, and the Buckhorn Jammers.

Central York Fire Services issues safety tips and a reminder about the rules for fireworks as the long weekend approaches.

- Clean up & disposal: Pick up debris when finished and check for embers or smoldering materials. - Buy from a reliable source: steer clear of illegal explosives and never make your own. Fireworks are NOT allowed on public property, including parks, streets and open fields/spaces in Newmarket and Aurora. Fines for improper use of fireworks in Newmarket start at $600 in accordance with Fireworks Bylaw 2015-18. Fines for improper use of fireworks in Aurora start at $600 in accordance with Fireworks Bylaw 5373-11. If you are renting, you must have written permission from the homeowner to use fireworks. When reporting illegal fireworks use, please provide clear details on the street address or known location where the incident is happening – this is important information to support enforcement.

Canada Day fireworks in Toronto for 2022 are set to light up the sky in celebration of our country's 155th birthday. This Friday, on July 1, lots o...

The city's annual Canada Day fireworks display will begin at 10 p.m. at this beachfront park. This North York park never disappoints with their captivating Canada Day fireworks show. Fireworks commence once the park closes at 10 p.m. The custom-design fireworks display is set to an original soundtrack. How to watch Canada Day fireworks in Toronto for 2022 This Friday, on July 1, lots of locations across the city are hosting colorful fireworks events for your viewing pleasure. How to watch Canada Day fireworks in Toronto for 2022

Wondering what to do on Canada Day in Markham? Here is a list of family-friendly activities, including games, performances and fireworks taking place in ...

Date and time: July 1 Date and time: July 1 The celebration is from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and BBQ lunch will be served. Join Varley Art Gallery this Canada Day for a collaborative canvas challenge. Date and time: July 1 Special guests include Mayor Frank Scarpitti and Coun. Andrew Keyes. Date and time: July 1 at 8 p.m. In this fun, and educational gallery experience, families get a private tour before heading to the studio to complete a painting inspired by current exhibitions. 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Date and time: June 30 Date and time: June 30

Canada Day is coming up on Friday, July 1, which means that some businesses, services and organizations may be closed or operating at reduced hours.

Some people in the city of Timmins are still taking trips to the mall, either for necessities or self-care splurges. A high-profile sex scandal involving Prince Andrew is prompting a school in Dartmouth, N.S., to change its name. With the overturning of Roe v. The City of Winnipeg observes Canada Day as a statutory holiday. This means all outdoor pools, both heated and non-heated, and spray pads will be open. But when it comes to saving money, some are finding they have less to put away these days. City of Winnipeg outdoor aquatic services will be open, weather permitting. As for fitness and leisure centres, the Pan Am Pool will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and the Cindy Klassen Recreation Complex will be open from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. All other facilities will be closed on Canada Day. Most City of Winnipeg indoor pools will be closed, except for the Pan Am Pool, which will open 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; the Margaret Grant Pool, which will be open from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.; and the Cindy Klassen Recreation Complex, which will be open from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. The Brady Road Resource Management Facility will be open from 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., and the Brady 4R Winnipeg Depot will be open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Most Winnipeg Liquor Marts will be open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Canada Day, except for the Bison Drive, Gateway, Sargent Avenue, and St. Annes location, which will be open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Here is a list of what’s open and closed on Canada Day in Winnipeg and across the province:

"We do have a bylaw in Weyburn that regulates fireworks and pyrotechnics, and there is only a few days that are allowed for family fireworks," he said. "Family ...

"We have to be cognizant of all the different issues and concerns that could be created by setting off these display fireworks," he noted. We want to make sure that we're setting them off for the pleasure of people watching them, not to put harm or put people in harm's way." "You do have to be 18 years old within the city to discharge any family fireworks, and, you must have operating fire extinguishing equipment ready for immediate use. Things can still go wrong and there is lots of evidence to prove that accidental fires have been set with them, and people have accidentally been hurt." "Outside of those days, you need to acquire a permit for setting off a display." "We do have a bylaw in Weyburn that regulates fireworks and pyrotechnics, and there is only a few days that are allowed for family fireworks," he said.