This year marks the 140th anniversary of the greatest moment in our history. On July 1st 1867 the provinces of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Canada (Ontario and Quebec) united to begin to make the great nation of Canada.

The name Canada came from the aboriginal name “Kanata” meaning village. That is truly what Canada is, a village full of many unique aspects.

Each year Canadian citizens across the country gather on Canada Day to celebrate “Canada’s Birthday/Fête du Canada”. Communities hold festivities, concerts, fireworks and much more. See below for a list of some of the local events occurring for Canada Day. Let us gather together to celebrate the multi-coloured quilt that makes our great nation. From sea to sea let us “Celebrate Canada”!

Friday, June 29, 2007
Southwold – Fingal Ball Diamond
Opening Ceremonies 8 pm
Fireworks – 9:30pm

Saturday June 30, 2007
Faith Baptist Church-St.Thomas
Event begins at 3:30 pm
Car and bike show, free food, live music, games for children, fireworks at dusk

Sunday, July 1, 2007
Port Burwell
Parade 11am
Music, horse/wagon rides and other festivities

Sunday, July 1, 2007
Komoka Community Centre
Opening Ceremonies 12 noon
Parade 11am

July 1, 2007
St. Thomas – Pinafore Park
All day festivities
Opening – 7pm followed by fireworks

July 1, 2007
Dutton/Dunwich – Sons of Scotland Park
Opening – 5pm

July 1, 2007
Aylmer
Day – face painting, carnival games etc.
Opening – 7pm with fireworks to follow