June 28, 2024

Road Closures and Fireworks In Place For Peterborough's Canada Day Parade

June 28, 2024/ David Tuan Bui

This year’s Canada Day Parade see road closures and fireworks during the ceremony slated for this Monday.

The parade’s 30 entries will travel down George Street from City Hall, 500 George St. N., to Del Crary Park next to Little Lake starting at noon.

Pre-parade activities start at 10 a.m. at Confederation Square across from City Hall and include a bike decorating contest, games, giveaways and temporary Canada Day tattoos and flags.

Peterborough Pop Ensemble will perform starting around 10:30 a.m. at City Hall and will lead the crowd in signing O Canada to kick off the parade procession.

Morello’s Your Independent Grocer will donate ‘Happy Birthday Canada’ cupcakes to share with the crowd at City Hall ahead of the parade.

Temporary road closures for the event will be in place from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.:

Murray Street – from the east side of Aylmer Street to the west side of Water Street
George Street – from the south side of McDonnel Street to the north side of Murray Street

George Street from Brock Street to Rink Street is being treated as a rolling road closure while the parade is underway.

As part of the Canada Day celebrations, a fireworks display provided by the City will be held over Little Lake from 9:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Monday following the Peterborough Musicfest concert at Del Crary Park featuring the Road Apples, a tribute to The Tragically Hip.

There will be a temporary road closure on Crescent Street near the T-wharf before and during the fireworks display. Access to local traffic will be maintained.

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June 18, 2024

Canada Day Starts Early For Lakefield Farmer's Market On June 27

June 18, 2024/ David Tuan Bui

Canada Day celebrations are coming early for the Lakefield Farmers’ Market which will mark the occasion on June 27 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Lakefield-Smith Community Centre parking lot at 20 Concession St.

The Lakefield Farmers’ Market runs every Thursday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., rain or shine, from Victoria Day until Thanksgiving. The Farmers’ Market is located behind the Lakefield-Smith Community Centre, next to Isabel Morris Park along the Otonabee River, and just steps from the Lakefield Marina and the Lakefield Trail. Photo courtesy of Lakefield Farmer’s Market.

Staff and volunteers will hand out small Canadian flags, temporary maple leaf tattoos and Canadian-themed colouring sheets. The Lakefield Village Lions Club will be in attendance with their boat raffle and Avian Agenda will provide Canadian live music.

Pam Hart from the Kawartha Truth & Reconciliation Support Group will be present with its quilt. Each square on it tells its own unique story.

Market vendors will be fully stocked with Canada Day supplies including fresh produce for salads, local meat for the BBQ, fresh baking, craft beer, VQA wines and more.

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June 18, 2024

City of Peterborough to Have Fireworks Display For Canada Day

June 18, 2024/ David Tuan Bui

As part of the Canada Day celebrations, a fireworks display will be held over Little Lake from 9:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. on July 1following the Peterborough Musicfest concert at Del Crary Park.

The concert features the Road Apples, a tribute to The Tragically Hip. The City of Peterborough provides the fireworks display.

Before and during the fireworks display, Crescent Street near the T-wharf will be temporarily closed. Access to local traffic will be maintained.

Residents are reminded to follow all on-street parking regulations in the area, including calendar parking where applicable. Please ensure fire hydrants and driveways are not blocked.

Residents are asked to respect their neighbours and fellow residents when using fireworks in the City of Peterborough.

City by-laws allow for the use of family or casual fireworks in the City on private property. Fireworks cannot be discharged on City property. Larger exhibition-style fireworks displays require a permit.

While fireworks displays may be permitted, residents who use fireworks must follow the Noise By-law and be aware of safety precautions. Fireworks can also disturb pets.

Using fireworks can be dangerous, causing injury or property damage. Peterborough Fire Services provides the following safety tips when using fireworks:

Only adults who are aware of the hazards and have read the label should handle and discharge fireworks.
Always keep a water hose or pail of water close by when discharging fireworks.
Discharge fireworks well away from combustible materials like buildings, trees and dry grass.
Keep onlookers a safe distance away, upwind from the area where fireworks are discharged.
Do not discharge fireworks in windy conditions.
Keep sparklers away from children, as they are extremely hot and pose a risk of burns and eye injuries.

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May 23, 2024

City of Peterborough Continues To Accept Entries For 2024 Canada Day Parade Until June 14

May 23, 2024/ David Tuan Bui

The City of Peterborough continues to accept entries from community groups and businesses until June 14 for the Canada Day Parade on July 1.

Parade entry applications are open until June 14 at 4:30 p.m.

“The Canada Day parade has been a family favourite in Peterborough for decades,” said Mayor Jeff Leal. “It’s fantastic to have the community come together to celebrate our country and reflect on its history. Having an entry in the parade is an excellent opportunity for local businesses and community groups to connect with everyone along the parade route.”

Parade entry forms are available online and paper copies are available at the Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre at 775 Brealey Dr. and City Hall at 500 George St. N.

While the Canada Day Parade welcomes both community groups and commercial floats, the latter will be charged a fee of $125, payable online, according to a press release.

Each parade entry will require a representative to attend a safety orientation meeting on June 25 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the banquet room of Healthy Planet Arena, 911 Monaghan Rd.

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April 30, 2024

City of Peterborough Accepting Entries For 2024 Canada Day Parade

April 30, 2024/ David Tuan Bui

The City of Peterborough is accepting entries for the Canada Day Parade from community groups and businesses on July 1, announced on Tuesday.

Parade entry applications are open until June 14 at 4:30 p.m.

“The Canada Day parade has been a family favourite in Peterborough for decades,” said Mayor Jeff Leal. “It’s fantastic to have the community come together to celebrate our country and reflect on its history. Having an entry in the parade is an excellent opportunity for local businesses and community groups to connect with everyone along the parade route.”

Parade entry forms are available online and paper copies are available at the Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre at 775 Brealey Dr. and City Hall at 500 George St. N.

While the Canada Day Parade welcomes both community groups and commercial floats, the latter will be charged a fee of $125, payable online, according to a press release.

Each parade entry will require a representative to attend a safety orientation meeting on June 25 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the banquet room of Healthy Planet Arena, 911 Monaghan Rd.

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July 03, 2023

Canada Day Parade Marches Through Downtown Peterborough On Nation's 156th Anniversary

July 03, 2023/ David Tuan Bui

For a second-straight year, the Peterborough Canada Day Parade marched through George Street with 23 floats going through downtown on Saturday afternoon.

All photos by Samantha Bianco.

The parade began at Confederation Square Park and City Hall and ended at the Peterborough Memorial Centre. The parade’s theme was ‘Happy Birthday Canada’ which saw floats from organizations such s the Peterborough Petes, Lions Club. MP Michelle Ferrari, Liberal Party of Canada and more.

There were pre-parade activities at Confederation Square that had a bike decorating contest, activities and giveaways including Canada Day temporary tattoos and flags.

The Peterborough Pop Ensemble performed the national anthem prior to the parade’s beginning.

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Three judges were present to vote on four different categories of the 23 entered floats to fit the ‘Happy Birthday Canada’ theme. The winners are as follows:

Best musical entry: Hastings Pipe Band
Best theme float: Murray Fallaise
Best overall entry: Revolutions Dance Studio
Best salute to Canada: Peterborough Petes

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July 03, 2023

Quaker Canada Day Breakfast Nourishes At Quaker Foods City Square

July 03, 2023/ David Tuan Bui

Quaker Canada hosted a complimentary breakfast at Quaker Foods City Square to help kick off Canada Day in Peterborough on Saturday.

All photos by Samantha Bianco.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

Free Quaker product samples were distributed to Canada Day attendees such as a smoothie, a fruit parfait and bran muffins. Quaker Borough apparel was also available for purchase at the Square.

“Thank you to Quaker Foods for hosting a community breakfast on Canada Day,” said Mayor Jeff Leal. “Quaker is one of the City’s key longstanding employers and we’re thrilled that they are celebrating their anniversary by bringing our community together.”

The breakfast ran alongside the Peterborough Regional Farmers’ Market.

This was the first Canada Day Quaker Square has operated at full capacity. The park was still under construction but was temporarily open last year for a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the UN Peacekeepers Monument. It cost roughly $100,000 to build.

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June 30, 2023

Parks Canada Invites the Community to Celebrate Canada Day With the Trent-Severn Waterway

June 30, 2023/ Felicia Massey

This Canada Day, Parks Canada is welcoming visitors to celebrate the natural heritage of Canada on the Trent-Severn Waterway by offering free lockage for recreational boaters on July 1.

As cornerstones of Canada’s tourism industry, Parks Canada is committed to providing visitors with high-quality and meaningful visitor experiences and supporting tourism in communities across the country.

They say that by encouraging Canadians to visit national historic sites, national parks and national marine conservation areas and providing them with the information and means to enjoy them, Parks Canada enables more Canadians to learn about our shared heritage and experience the outdoors.

To make the most of their Parks Canada experience, visitors are encouraged to plan their trip in advance. Visit the Parks Canada website for more details.

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June 27, 2023

Canada Day Parade Hits the Peterborough Streets For July 1

June 27, 2023/ David Tuan Bui

The Peterborough Canada Day Parade is in full swing for 2023 as it will begin at City Hall and end at the Peterborough Memorial Centre on Saturday.

This year’s theme for the parade is “Happy Birthday Canada” and a huge birthday cake will be provided by Morello’s Your Independent Grocer to share with parade attendees.

Pre-parade activities start at 10 a.m. with a bike decorating contest, activities and giveaways including Canada Day temporary tattoos and flags at Confederation Square.

Peterborough Pop Ensemble will perform the national anthem around 10:30 a.m. at City Hall. The parade starts at noon at City Hall.

“Join us along George Street to cheer on the parade floats and the always popular display of kids riding their bikes decorated for Canada Day,” said Mayor Jeff Leal. “Thank you to the organizing committee for bringing us together as a community to celebrate Canada, reflecting the diversity of our great country.”

Road closures

Temporary road closures for the event will occur along the route on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. as follows:

Dublin Street – from the east side of Aylmer Street to the west side of Water Street

London Street – from the east side of Aylmer Street to the west side of Water Street

McDonnel Street – from the east side of Aylmer Street to the west side of Water Street

Murray Street – from the east side of Aylmer Street to the west side of Water Street

George Street – from the south side of Parkhill Road West to the north side of Brock Street

George Street from Brock Street to McGill Street is being treated as a rolling road closure with sections closed just before the parade arrives at each section and each section reopened as the parade clears that section.

Transit detours

Peterborough Transit will have route detours in place for Route 2 Chemong during the rolling road closure and Route 6 Sherbrooke while George Street is closed.

Parking restrictions

On-street parking restrictions in the downtown area will be in place on Saturday due to the parade. People are encouraged to park in the King Street Parkade at 202 King St., the Simcoe parking garage at 190 Simcoe St. or municipal surface lots at the following locations:

Chambers Lot at 184 Hunter St.

Reid Lot at 350 Reid St.

Surface lot at 365 Aylmer St.

Del Crary Lot at 100 George St. N.

Downie Lot at 336 Downie St.

Parking in municipal lots and parking garages is free on weekends.

the City reminds residents to follow all on-street parking regulations that may be in place in the downtown area including calendar parking where applicable. Please ensure fire hydrants and driveways are not blocked.

Cogeco will be broadcasting the parade live from City Hall on YourTV.

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June 20, 2023

City of Peterborough Announces Fireworks Display Planned for Canada Day Celebrations

June 20, 2023/ Felicia Massey

As part of Canada Day celebrations, a fireworks display will be held over Little Lake on Saturday, July 1 following the Peterborough Musicfest concert at Del Crary Park featuring Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy.

The display will take place from 9:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. on the Saturday, with the fireworks provided by the City of Peterborough.

There will be a temporary road closure on Crescent Street in the vicinity of the t-wharf prior to and during the fireworks display. Access for local traffic will be maintained .

Residents are reminded to follow all on-street parking regulations that may be in place in the area, including calendar parking where applicable. Please ensure fire hydrants and driveways are not blocked.

Additional information about Canada Day celebrations, including the parade, is available online.

Important information on the use of fireworks:

Residents are asked to respect their neighbours and fellow residents when using fireworks in the City of Peterborough.
City by-laws allow for the use of family or casual fireworks in the City on private property. Fireworks cannot be discharged on City property. Larger exhibition-style fireworks displays require a permit.
While fireworks displays may be permitted, residents who use fireworks must follow the Noise By-law and be aware of safety precautions when using fireworks. Fireworks can also disturb pets.

Using fireworks can be dangerous, causing injury or property damage. Fire Services provides the following safety tips when using fireworks:

Only adults who are aware of the hazards and have read the label should handle and discharge fireworks.
Always keep a water hose or pail of water close by when discharging fireworks.
Discharge fireworks well away from combustible materials like buildings, trees and dry grass.
Keep onlookers a safe distance away, upwind from the area where fireworks are discharged.
Do not discharge fireworks in windy conditions.
Keep sparklers away from children, as they are extremely hot and pose a risk of burns and eye injuries.

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This year’s Canada Day Parade see road closures and fireworks during the ceremony slated for this Monday.

The parade’s 30 entries will travel down George Street from City Hall, 500 George St. N., to Del Crary Park next to Little Lake starting at noon.

Pre-parade activities start at 10 a.m. at Confederation Square across from City Hall and include a bike decorating contest, games, giveaways and temporary Canada Day tattoos and flags.

Peterborough Pop Ensemble will perform starting around 10:30 a.m. at City Hall and will lead the crowd in signing O Canada to kick off the parade procession.

Morello’s Your Independent Grocer will donate ‘Happy Birthday Canada’ cupcakes to share with the crowd at City Hall ahead of the parade.

Temporary road closures for the event will be in place from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.:

Murray Street – from the east side of Aylmer Street to the west side of Water Street

George Street – from the south side of McDonnel Street to the north side of Murray Street

George Street from Brock Street to Rink Street is being treated as a rolling road closure while the parade is underway.

As part of the Canada Day celebrations, a fireworks display provided by the City will be held over Little Lake from 9:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Monday following the Peterborough Musicfest concert at Del Crary Park featuring the Road Apples, a tribute to The Tragically Hip.

There will be a temporary road closure on Crescent Street near the T-wharf before and during the fireworks display. Access to local traffic will be maintained.

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Canada Day celebrations are coming early for the Lakefield Farmers’ Market which will mark the occasion on June 27 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Lakefield-Smith Community Centre parking lot at 20 Concession St.

Staff and volunteers will hand out small Canadian flags, temporary maple leaf tattoos and Canadian-themed colouring sheets. The Lakefield Village Lions Club will be in attendance with their boat raffle and Avian Agenda will provide Canadian live music.

Pam Hart from the Kawartha Truth & Reconciliation Support Group will be present with its quilt. Each square on it tells its own unique story.

Market vendors will be fully stocked with Canada Day supplies including fresh produce for salads, local meat for the BBQ, fresh baking, craft beer, VQA wines and more.

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As part of the Canada Day celebrations, a fireworks display will be held over Little Lake from 9:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. on July 1following the Peterborough Musicfest concert at Del Crary Park.

The concert features the Road Apples, a tribute to The Tragically Hip. The City of Peterborough provides the fireworks display.

Before and during the fireworks display, Crescent Street near the T-wharf will be temporarily closed. Access to local traffic will be maintained.

Residents are reminded to follow all on-street parking regulations in the area, including calendar parking where applicable. Please ensure fire hydrants and driveways are not blocked.

Residents are asked to respect their neighbours and fellow residents when using fireworks in the City of Peterborough.

City by-laws allow for the use of family or casual fireworks in the City on private property. Fireworks cannot be discharged on City property. Larger exhibition-style fireworks displays require a permit.

While fireworks displays may be permitted, residents who use fireworks must follow the Noise By-law and be aware of safety precautions. Fireworks can also disturb pets.

Using fireworks can be dangerous, causing injury or property damage. Peterborough Fire Services provides the following safety tips when using fireworks:

Only adults who are aware of the hazards and have read the label should handle and discharge fireworks.

Always keep a water hose or pail of water close by when discharging fireworks.

Discharge fireworks well away from combustible materials like buildings, trees and dry grass.

Keep onlookers a safe distance away, upwind from the area where fireworks are discharged.

Do not discharge fireworks in windy conditions.

Keep sparklers away from children, as they are extremely hot and pose a risk of burns and eye injuries.

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The City of Peterborough continues to accept entries from community groups and businesses until June 14 for the Canada Day Parade on July 1.

Parade entry applications are open until June 14 at 4:30 p.m.

Parade entry forms are available online and paper copies are available at the Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre at 775 Brealey Dr. and City Hall at 500 George St. N.

While the Canada Day Parade welcomes both community groups and commercial floats, the latter will be charged a fee of $125, payable online, according to a press release.

Each parade entry will require a representative to attend a safety orientation meeting on June 25 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the banquet room of Healthy Planet Arena, 911 Monaghan Rd.

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The City of Peterborough is accepting entries for the Canada Day Parade from community groups and businesses on July 1, announced on Tuesday.

Parade entry applications are open until June 14 at 4:30 p.m.

Parade entry forms are available online and paper copies are available at the Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre at 775 Brealey Dr. and City Hall at 500 George St. N.

While the Canada Day Parade welcomes both community groups and commercial floats, the latter will be charged a fee of $125, payable online, according to a press release.

Each parade entry will require a representative to attend a safety orientation meeting on June 25 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the banquet room of Healthy Planet Arena, 911 Monaghan Rd.

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For a second-straight year, the Peterborough Canada Day Parade marched through George Street with 23 floats going through downtown on Saturday afternoon.

The parade began at Confederation Square Park and City Hall and ended at the Peterborough Memorial Centre. The parade’s theme was ‘Happy Birthday Canada’ which saw floats from organizations such s the Peterborough Petes, Lions Club. MP Michelle Ferrari, Liberal Party of Canada and more.

There were pre-parade activities at Confederation Square that had a bike decorating contest, activities and giveaways including Canada Day temporary tattoos and flags.

The Peterborough Pop Ensemble performed the national anthem prior to the parade’s beginning.

Three judges were present to vote on four different categories of the 23 entered floats to fit the ‘Happy Birthday Canada’ theme. The winners are as follows:

Best musical entry: Hastings Pipe Band

Best theme float: Murray Fallaise

Best overall entry: Revolutions Dance Studio

Best salute to Canada: Peterborough Petes

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Quaker Canada hosted a complimentary breakfast at Quaker Foods City Square to help kick off Canada Day in Peterborough on Saturday.

Free Quaker product samples were distributed to Canada Day attendees such as a smoothie, a fruit parfait and bran muffins. Quaker Borough apparel was also available for purchase at the Square.

“Thank you to Quaker Foods for hosting a community breakfast on Canada Day,” said Mayor Jeff Leal. “Quaker is one of the City’s key longstanding employers and we’re thrilled that they are celebrating their anniversary by bringing our community together.”

The breakfast ran alongside the Peterborough Regional Farmers’ Market.

This was the first Canada Day Quaker Square has operated at full capacity. The park was still under construction but was temporarily open last year for a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the UN Peacekeepers Monument. It cost roughly $100,000 to build.

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This Canada Day, Parks Canada is welcoming visitors to celebrate the natural heritage of Canada on the Trent-Severn Waterway by offering free lockage for recreational boaters on July 1.

As cornerstones of Canada’s tourism industry, Parks Canada is committed to providing visitors with high-quality and meaningful visitor experiences and supporting tourism in communities across the country.

They say that by encouraging Canadians to visit national historic sites, national parks and national marine conservation areas and providing them with the information and means to enjoy them, Parks Canada enables more Canadians to learn about our shared heritage and experience the outdoors.

To make the most of their Parks Canada experience, visitors are encouraged to plan their trip in advance. Visit the Parks Canada website for more details.

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The Peterborough Canada Day Parade is in full swing for 2023 as it will begin at City Hall and end at the Peterborough Memorial Centre on Saturday.

This year’s theme for the parade is “Happy Birthday Canada” and a huge birthday cake will be provided by Morello’s Your Independent Grocer to share with parade attendees.

Pre-parade activities start at 10 a.m. with a bike decorating contest, activities and giveaways including Canada Day temporary tattoos and flags at Confederation Square.

Peterborough Pop Ensemble will perform the national anthem around 10:30 a.m. at City Hall. The parade starts at noon at City Hall.

Road closures

Temporary road closures for the event will occur along the route on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. as follows:

Dublin Street – from the east side of Aylmer Street to the west side of Water Street

London Street – from the east side of Aylmer Street to the west side of Water Street

McDonnel Street – from the east side of Aylmer Street to the west side of Water Street

Murray Street – from the east side of Aylmer Street to the west side of Water Street

George Street – from the south side of Parkhill Road West to the north side of Brock Street

George Street from Brock Street to McGill Street is being treated as a rolling road closure with sections closed just before the parade arrives at each section and each section reopened as the parade clears that section.

Transit detours