Canada Day in North Bay will celebrate the vision of youth, sport, history and multiculturalism during the 152nd birthday bash July 1.
The Canada Day festivities will kick off at noon at the waterfront A.C.T. shelter with the singing of O’Canada and the official cake cutting ceremonies hosted by the Association of Canadian Travelers and the Best Western North Bay.
After the opening ceremonies, the North Bay & District Multicultural Centre will host the 12th annual Multicultural Showcase. This event features an afternoon of performers highlighting the diversity of North Bay through music, song, dance, and other artistic forms.
Discovery North Bay Museum will have free entry into their “Ablaze - Firefighting in North Bay” between 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
From 10 a.m. – noon there will be cricket coaching followed by a 1 p.m cricket game held at Amelia soccer field for people ages 16+. Participants must register in advance by contacting Vindra at 705-495-8931.
Registration for the annual Canada Day Road Race will start at 8:30 am at the A.C.T Shelter.
The afternoon
There will be live music and entertainment from noon – 4:30 p.m. and Roadhouse will be performing at the Kiwanis Bandshell from 8:30 – 10 p.m.
To celebrate, the North Bay
"The theme for the tenth annual Canada Day Poster Challenge is 'Canada Pride,'" according to a news release from the City. "The Committee has invited students from area elementary schools to illustrate how people, places, and events have made us proud of our nation. During the Canada Day opening ceremonies on July 1, the poster winner will formally be presented to the public."
A Fireworks Finale will complete the celebration at approx.10 p.m. on the North Bay waterfront. “The Moose Rocks the Boat” Fireworks cruise is scheduled to depart at 8:30.
For more information visit the Canada Day City of North Bay Website to view a full schedule of events.
