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Canada Day (July 1) is a special occasion when people celebrate the anniversary of the formation of the entire nation. They indulge in parades, fireworks, parties, barbecues, and watch out for music shows and exhibitions on this day. There are events and activities planned by various organizations and communities for this special day. So, gear up for a great celebration on Canada Day 2011.
Canada Day Events 2011
Below, you will find a list of events that will be held on Canada Day 2011
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Canada Day Events in Ontario
Ottawa, Toronto, and various other areas in Ontario celebrate this special occasion. Just check out the Canada Day 2011 events which will be hosted in these areas.
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Canada Day events in Ottawa:
The city of Ottawa witnesses multiple events including the ones organized at the Parliament Hill. Similar celebrations will be hosted this year as well. There’s a morning show which includes a flag raising ceremony and a concert followed by a noon show.
At noon, you’ll get to explore a fly-over performed by CF-18s. The theme for this show is “Canada: A Proud Past and a Bright Future". The evening show will include performances by top artists across the nation. There’ll be fireworks as well. The events at the Parliament Hill will be attended by special guests like the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.
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Canada Day events in Toronto:
The Canada Day events held in Toronto, Ontario are quite popular. In 2011, the Harbourfront Centre situated at Queens Quay West will host theatres and live music. There’ll be films as well. You’ll be able to enjoy the food and shop around. There’ll be kids’ activities and fireworks that’ll make your celebrations just the perfect one for Canada Day 2011.
On Canada Day 2011, the Ontario Place will host the grand finale of its fireworks display at night. The fireworks display will start at 10.30p.m. This event will be held while the Canada Dry Festival of Fire goes on. This festival includes 3 nights of fireworks tuned to different kinds of music. Since it’s their 40th anniversary, the Ontario Place will offer free admissions this year. So, explore the live shows and events held there throughout the Canada Day.
Events in other areas of Ontario:
You can observe some of the exciting events of Canada Day 2011 at the Wonderland located in Vaughan, Ontario. There are not only fireworks but also 66 thrilling rides and other attractions to keep you busy for the entire day. If you’d like to explore the fireworks, you must reach the location by 10p.m.
Canada Day Events in Vancouver
One of the most interesting Canada Day events held in Vancouver is the red-and-white parade. The parade proceeds from 13th Street & Grand Boulevard and continues till it reaches the Mahon Park. This parade will be organized this year as well. Participation in this parade will be absolutely free! So, join the parade and enjoy the celebrations on this special occasion.
There’s another parade which will be held by the Burrard Inlet Fireworks Society and the Department of Canadian Heritage. This event reflects the blending of multiple cultures in the Canadian society. The parade is likely to start around 7p.m. It will proceed from Georgia & Broughton Streets and end at the West Hastings Street. This is actually the 3rd annual parade to be held by the Burrard Inlet Fireworks Society
Some other events held in Vancouver on the Canada Day are the party and festivities at the Canada Place. On Canada Day 2011, there’ll be five music stages organized here. Some of the performers for this year are the Chic Gamine, The Irish Descendants, and H’Sao. Aside from these musical performances, you’ll find art exhibitions being held in Vancouver on this occasion.
Montreal Canada Day Events
Montreal celebrates the Canada Day with a lot of fun and enthusiasm. There’s a parade that proceeds from the corner of Fort and Ste. Catherine and ends at the Place du Canada. Once the parade is over, you’ll be served with a huge cake with some free coffee. The afternoon will witness live concerts and a dragon dance by the Chinese community in Montreal. There’ll be games and activities for kids. You’ll also get delicious food for free.
The Old Port area in Montreal hosts a variety of activities and events like acrobatic ski shows, motocross demos, break-dance, and fireworks. So, you’ll feel delighted when you explore these Canada Day events and enjoy being a part of the activities.
If you’d like to celebrate and enjoy the Canada Day, take a look at some of the exciting events that’ll be hosted in various cities of the nation. This will help you plan your activities and celebrate the day in your own way.
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