Virtual Canada Day
Thank you to everyone one joined us on Canada Day.
Why is the City marking Canada Day?
We've heard from a number of residents who have asked why the City is recognizing Canada Day, given the recent devastating discoveries of unmarked graves at the site of two former residential schools.
These discoveries are traumatic and the City of Burlington mourns and stands with all Indigenous communities. Out of a desire to respect Indigenous communities, the City of Burlington has reached out to our local Indigenous partners for their input about the virtual programming planned for Canada Day. With their input, the City will be marking Canada Day as an opportunity for education and conversation. We believe there is value in the dialogue around this part of Canada's cruel history, and it is only with this conversation that we can hope to drive change.
We encourage all residents of Burlington and beyond to learn more about Canada’s residential schools, to hear the stories of survivors, while reflecting on the impacts the residential schools continue to have on our Indigenous communities to this day. We also invite everyone to learn more about the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Calls to Action to advance Canadian reconciliation.
Our Canada Day is among the Top 100 Festivals and Events in Ontario.
July 1, 2021 - Virtual Programming
The City of Burlington will be marking Canada Day on July 1 with some virtual programming:
Ceremony Video
Watch a video greeting from Mayor Meed Ward that includes former TV host from MuchMusic and ET Canada, Rick Campanelli and a performance from the Burlington Teen Tour Band.
City of Burlington Marks Canada Day 2021
Together, We Are Burlington Video
View the premiere of the “Together, we are Burlington” video, featuring stories from community members about what makes them proud to be Canadian and a Burlington resident.
Together, We Are Burlington
