The temperature on Sunday was forecast to hit a high of 36C and by early afternoon the humidex reached 47C matching an all-time high set in Ottawa. That didn’t stop many proud Canadians from braving the heat to join in the celebrations on the Hill.
Plan your Canada Day Celebrations in Canada’s Capital Region
Back-to-back Canada Day celebrations and performances await you and your family!
April Wine and The Trews set to rock on the river in Brockville
Brockville has become a hotspot for the Canada Day long weekend over the past several years as the 1000 Islands Regatta brings the heart stopping action on the water during the day and as the sun sets all eyes turn to the main stage which has played host to some of Canada’s biggest recording artists including Honeymoon Suite, 54-40, Kim Mitchell and more.
Canada Turns 150 on the Hill – Part 2
On July 1st, approximately 25,000 thousands red and white clad partygoers could be found dancing the night away on Parliament Hill. Those brave souls who endured the very long security lines only to be dumped on by Mother Nature were rewarded by performances by some of the country’s leading artists.
Canada Turns 150 on the Hill – Part 1
Thousands of patriotic Canadians braved the line-ups, the rain and mud, the street closures, and the porta-potties to celebrate our nation’s birthday Parliament Hill style. Those who finally made it through the security gates were not disappointed.
