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The City of Burlington is excited to celebrate Canada Day which is extra special as it is Burlington's 150th anniversary year.
The City of Burlington’s Canada Day, sponsored by Bunzl and Burlington 150 celebrations, will officially kick off at 4 p.m. with the Burlington Teen Tour Band and remarks from Mayor Meed Ward and special guests at the opening ceremony. The opening ceremony will be hosted by Clint “Bubba” O’Neil, TV sportscaster with CHCH TV.
All events, except the citizenship ceremony, will be held at Spencer Smith Park. The citizenship ceremony will be held at City Hall Civic Square, 426 Brant St.
All musical special guests have called Burlington home. Performances will start shortly after the opening ceremony, kicking off with Rob Preuss (of The Spoons & Honeymoon Suite) and friends, and will feature some chart topping musicians who will play until the fireworks.
July 1 events at Spencer Smith Park
Morning
- Yoga in the Park
- Canada Day Run, 1k and 5k.
Afternoon and evening
- Opening ceremonies and entertainment at the stage begins at 4 p.m.
- Food and marketplace vendors
- Special musical performances 6 to 10 p.m.
- Fireworks at 10 p.m.
The Canadian citizenship ceremony at Civic Square, 426 Brant St. will start at 1 p.m.
Free Canada Day Shuttle and Burlington Transit
Downtown parking is in high demand during Canada Day festivities. Residents are encouraged to consider other transportation options such as cycling, walking, car pooling or Burlington Transit.
A fully accessible, free shuttle service will run from 2 to 11 p.m. The shuttle will make stops at the Burlington GO Station (north side) and travel to the downtown bus terminal. Free bike parking will be available near the Waterfront Hotel for cyclists to secure their bikes.
Burlington Transit is extending holiday service on most routes until 11 p.m. on July 1. Plan your trip on myride.burlingtontransit.ca and leave the driving to us on Canada Day.
Updates will be posted on burlington.ca/canadaday.
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Quotes
Mayor Marianne Meed Ward
“Canada Day is an opportunity to reflect on what makes our country special -- the freedoms we enjoy, fought for by our veterans; the people from many different lands and cultures, who add to the rich and diverse cultural tapestry of our community; and Indigenous Peoples, who have been stewards of the land and traditional knowledge before our nation was founded.
This year also marks the 150+ anniversary of Burlington. Our city’s sesquicentennial journey began 150 years ago and the “+” acknowledges the Indigenous Peoples who were on the land long before that. Our city crest has the motto “Stand By” — that means stand with and together to help one another, and to also stand ready for action. Our city and our residents have demonstrated all of those aspects all these past decades and continue to do so today -- being committed to serving each other and our community.”
Emilie Cote, Director of Recreation, Community and Culture
“Musical performers will be announced shortly before their showtime. You will not want to miss them starting at 6 p.m. If there is one thing we know, the music and the entire celebration will be amazing. Give yourself time to find parking or walk from the shuttle drop-off area. This will be a great day from beginning to end for everyone.”
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