Canada will officially be 150 years old on July 1st, 2017. That hasn't stopped us from getting the party going now! Canadians know how to party. Whether we're having kitchen parties, ice fishing, picnics, barbecues, barn dances, or street dances, we have fun with family, friends and food!
The New Year's Eve fireworks on Parliament Hill ushered in celebrations, which will take place from coast, to coast, to coast throughout 2017. Expect to see a lot of red and white, especially on February 15th, our National Flag Day, and Canada Day in July. The Canadian flag with its crimson Maple leaf is recognized around the world.
The biggest festivities are set for the end of June and early July, beginning with National Aboriginal Day on the first day of Summer, June 21st. Three days later, on June 24th St Jean Baptiste, or Fete nationale du Quebec et de la Francophonie Canadienne will be a day of parades, picnics and music. Canadian Multiculturalism Day is June 27th, and Canadians will be celebrating diversity. There are surprises planned for Canada Day on July 1st.
Parks Canada is giving us a wonderful birthday present: free admission to parks all year long! You'll need a Discovery Pass. The Government's official Canada 150 site has all the information on how to get your pass. Here's the link: canada.pch.gc.ca/eng/1468262573081
There will be 40 tall ships anchoring in harbours in Ontario, Quebec and the Maritimes. Rendez-vous Naval 2017 promises to be a spectacular sight, for naval buffs and photographers. You can even become a crew member on one of the tall ships! You'll find all of the information by clicking on the link above.
For Canada's youth, hundreds will have the opportunity to travel the country. Those selected will first have to answer the question, "What is Canada's greatest challenge or opportunity facing your generation?" The contest opens in June.
Happy Birthday, Canada!
Photographs Copyright of: Ruth Adams, Widow's Endorphins Photographic Images Incorporated.
Vintage Photos from Adams Family photograph albums.
Thanks Ruth for sharing this year's events with us. What a great year ahead for all Canadians!
ReplyDelete