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Upcoming Events - Canada Day 2010

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As is the case every year Ottawa is the place to be for the nation's birthday. On July 1, hundreds of thousands of people celebrate Canada Day in Ottawa with concerts, picnics, fireworks, street performances, and other activities.

 This year Canada Day's main sites are Parliament Hill, Major's Hill Park, Jacques-Cartier Park, and Confederation Park.

This guide is provided courtesy of the NCC. Use the links below to find the information you need. Hope we'll see you on the hill.

Choose from these Ottawa Canada Day Events:

Upcoming Events - Canada Day 2010 Listings - Featured (View Map)
Canada Day Fireworks
Ottawa, Ottawa Ontario,

Canada Day

10 pm (approx.)

The best views are from Jacques-Cartier Park and the Canadian Museum of Civilization (both in Gatineau), as well as Major's Hill Park (in Ottawa), Victoria Island, and along the Ottawa River.

Canada Day Fireworks - Ottawa Canada Day
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Canada Day Noon Show on Parliament Hill
Parliament Hill, Ottawa Ontario, K1A 0A9

Noon to 1:30 pm

The Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages invites you to join thousands of Canadians on Parliament Hill to celebrate Canada’s 143rd birthday, and to welcome Her Majesty the Queen and His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh. The theme for the Noon Show is “2010, Our Year to Shine: Canada Welcomes the World.”

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Upcoming Events - Canada Day 2010 Listings - Standard (View Map)
Bytown Museum
1 Canal Lane, Ottawa Ontario,

Canada Day

10 am to 5 pm

Enjoy free presentations about Ottawa's history, on the ground floor. Regular admission applies for temporary and permanent exhibitions, on the upper floors.

Bytown Museum - Ottawa Canada Day
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Canada Agriculture Museum
P.O. Box 9724, Ottawa Ontario,
> View Telephone Number

Canada Day
am to 5pm

Celebrate Canada’s birthday! Games, ice cream making and other fun-filled family activities, plus spacious outdoor grounds and engaging indoor exhibitions. Free admission and parking.

Canada Agriculture Museum - Ottawa Canada Day
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Canada Aviation Museum
11 Aviation Pkwy, Ottawa Ontario,
> View Telephone Number

Canada Day

9 am to 5 pm

Celebrate Canada Day at the Canada Aviation Museum. Thrill to the sight of the Snowbirds - Canada's premiere aerobatic team - and flypasts of vintage aircraft! Displays and activities for the entire family -  a treasure trove of marvellous flying machines to discover, just minutes from downtown! The Canada Aviation Museum: where imagination takes flight. Free parking.

Canada Aviation Museum - Ottawa Canada Day
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Canada Science and Technology Museum
1867 St. Laurent Blvd, Ottawa Ontario,
> View Telephone Number

Canada Day
9 am to 5 pm

Canada’s largest science and technology museum is a great hands-on experience for visitors of all ages. Discover the “Karsh: Image Maker” exhibition, and participate in the events and activities taking place from June 12 to September 13.

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Canadian Museum of Civilization
100 Laurier, Gatineau Quebec,
> View Telephone Number

Canada Day
9 am to 9 pm

Celebrate Canada Day with free admission! Visit this summer’s special exhibition: “Mythic Beasts: Dragons, Unicorns and Mermaids.”

Canadian Museum of Civilization - Ottawa Canada Day
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Canadian Museum of Nature
240 McLeod Street, Ottawa Ontario,
> View Telephone Number

Camada Day
9 am to 8 pm

Special exhibition! From June 12 to September 7, the "Canadian Wildlife Photography of the Year" exhibition will feature the 30 winning photographs from the 2008 Canadian Geographic contest. Grand reopening of the fully renovated museum on May 21, 2010.

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Canadian War Museum
1 Vimy Place, Ottawa Ontario,
> View Telephone Number

Canada Day
9 am to 9 pm

Visit this summer's special exhibition: "Camouflage."

Canadian War Museum - Ottawa Canada Day
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Changing the Guard
Parliament of Canada, Ottawa Ontario, K1A 0A9

10.00 am

A pageantry of marching music and military drills, performed by the Governor General’s Foot Guards.

Changing the Guard - Ottawa Canada Day
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Currency Museum of the Bank of Canada
245 Sparks Street, Ottawa Ontario,

Canada Day
10:30 am to 5 pm

Come and celebrate Canada Day at the Currency Museum! Fun activities for the whole family in a relaxed setting.

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Mackenzie King Estate
In and Around Ottawa-Gatineau, Ottawa Ontario,

Canada Day
1:30 pm to 4:30 pm

In NCC's Gatineau Park

Come celebrate in a quiet atmosphere, with a giant birthday cake, a concert with the Sons of Scotland Pipe Band, games for the kids and more!

Mackenzie King Estate - Ottawa Canada Day
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National Arts Centre
53 Elgin St, Ottawa Ontario,

Canada Day

10 am to 4:30 pm

Something for everyone! Rain or shine.

National Arts Centre - Ottawa Canada Day
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National Gallery of Canada
380 Sussex Dr, Ottawa Ontario,

Canada Day
10 am to 5 pm

The exhibition "From Raphael to Carracci: The Art of Papal Rome"contains more than 150 paintings and drawings that will transport you to 16th century Rome. Admission fees apply.

Canada Day: Free admission to the National Gallery's permanent collection only.

National Gallery of Canada - Ottawa Canada Day
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Ottawa Jazz Festival Inc.
Confederation Park, Ottawa Ontario,

Canada Day

11 am to 7 pm

At Confederation Park

Canada Day - Free today only, courtesy of the National Capital Commission (NCC).

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RCMP Musical Ride
Parliament of Canada, Ottawa Ontario, K1A 0A9

10:30 am

Representing a colourful tradition and ceremony, with scarlet uniforms and majestic horses, this performance gives Canadians from coast to coast to coast the opportunity to experience part of our heritage and national identity.

RCMP Musical Ride - Ottawa Canada Day
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Royal Canadian Mint
320 Sussex Dr, Ottawa Ontario,
> View Telephone Number

Canada Day
9 am to 7 pm

Come by for a free tour! Learn how coins are crafted, and discover the rich history of Canada’s world-class mint. There will be special activities for everyone to enjoy. See you there!

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94.9 RockDetente Gatineau-Ottawa
Jacques-Cartier Park, Ottawa Ontario,

Live broadcast from Jacques-Cartier Park.

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African Hair Braiding
Major's Hill Park, 1 Rideau St., Ottawa Ontario, K1N 8S7

10 am to 5 pm Learn the significance of hair braiding in ceremonial events.

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Alex Cuba
Parliament Hill, Ottawa Ontario,

Where: Parliament Hill
When: Evening Show (6:30 pm to 10 pm)

Alex Cuba - Ottawa Canada Day
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Amazing Face Painting
180 Rue Laurier, Gatineau Quebec,

9 am to 5 pm Makeup artists will transform your face and create works of living art.

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Amelia Curran - Rock / Roots Music / Alternative (Newfoundland and Labrador)
Major's Hill Park, 1 Rideau St., Ottawa Ontario, K1N 8S7

Where: Major's Hill Park When: Daytime Show (10 am to 5 pm) and Evening Show (6 pm to 10 pm)

Amelia Curran - Rock / Roots Music / Alternative (Newfoundland and Labrador) - Ottawa Canada Day
Andrea Lindsay
Parliament Hill, Ottawa Ontario,

Where: Parliament Hill
When: Noon Show (noon to 1:30 pm) and Evening Show (6:30 pm to 10 pm)

Andrea Lindsay - Ottawa Canada Day
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Annie Lou - Traditional roots (Yukon)
Jacques-Cartier Park, Ottawa Ontario,

Where: Jacques-Cartier Park When: Daytime Show (1:30 pm to 4 pm)

Annie Lou - Traditional roots (Yukon) - Ottawa Canada Day
Apadoorai - World (Quebec)
Jacques-Cartier Park, Ottawa Ontario,

Where: Jacques-Cartier Park When: Daytime Show (1:30 pm to 4 pm)

Apadoorai - World (Quebec) - Ottawa Canada Day
Avenue of the 2010 Cultural Capitals of Canada
Major's Hill Park, 1 Rideau St., Ottawa Ontario, K1N 8S7

Discover our Canadian cultural heritage through these municipalities that are integrating arts and culture into community life.

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Barenaked Ladies - Alternative rock
Parliament Hill, Ottawa Ontario,

Where: Parliament Hill
When: Noon Show (noon to 1:30 pm) and Evening Show (6:30 pm to 10 pm)

Barenaked Ladies - Alternative rock - Ottawa Canada Day
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Blueprint Cru
Parliament Hill, Ottawa Ontario,

Where: Parliament Hill
When: Noon Show (noon to 1:30 pm) and Evening Show (6:30 pm to 10 pm)

Blueprint Cru - Ottawa Canada Day
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Cadence Weapon
Parliament Hill, Ottawa Ontario,

Where: Parliament Hill
When: Evening Show (6:30 pm to 10 pm)

Cadence Weapon - Ottawa Canada Day
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Canada Day Evening Show
Parliament Hill, Ottawa Ontario,

6:30 pm to 10 pm

Featuring:

  • Pre-show with Team Canada DJs (Que.) — DJ
  • Barenaked Ladies (Ont.) — Alternative rock
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Canada Day on Rideau Street
Rideau Street, Ottawa Ontario,

Noon to 6 pm

Canada Day Run
Jacques-Cartier Park, Gatineau Quebec,

PATRIOTISM AND PRIDE AMPS UP OTTAWA RUNNERS ON CANADA DAY

Canada Day Run - Ottawa Canada Day
Canada Day Run - Five-Kilometre Run
Ottawa, Ottawa Ontario,

8 am Jump-Start Your Canada Day!

Canada Day Run - One-Kilometre Kids' Run
Jacques-Cartier Park, Ottawa Ontario,

9 am Jump-Start Your Canada Day!

Canada Place
Major's Hill Park, 1 Rideau St., Ottawa Ontario, K1N 8S7

10 am to 5 pm Proud to be Canadian, eh? Well, so are we.

Canada's Mosaic in Chalk
Major's Hill Park, 1 Rideau St., Ottawa Ontario, K1N 8S7

10 am to 5 pm A modern-day Madonnari, Francois Pelletier will impress you with his street painting. Don't miss this ephemeral masterpiece made with soft pastels and chalks!

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Capital Infocentre
395 Wellington Street, Ottawa Ontario,

9 am to 3 pm Across From Parliament Hill at the Capital Infocentre

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Carillon Concert
Parliament Hill, Ottawa Ontario,

9 am

Take in a truly unique musical experience - the 53-bell carillon of the Peace Tower. Enjoy the richness of its sound by the Dominion Carillonneur, Dr. Andrea McCrady.

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Celebrate the Canadian Naval Centennial
Jacques-Cartier Park, Ottawa Ontario,

Meet members of the Canadian Navy and have your photo taken in the Canadian Forces photo booth. 9 am to 5 pm

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Celebrate With Parks Canada
Jacques-Cartier Park, Ottawa Ontario,

9 am to 5 pm Come and celebrate the 125th anniversary of Canada's national parks.

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Chicken Corner - Cooking Demonstrations
Major's Hill Park, 1 Rideau St., Ottawa Ontario, K1N 8S7

Canada Day Noon - 5 pm

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Chicken Corner - Home of the 18th Annual Great Canadian Chicken BBQ
Major's Hill Park, 1 Rideau St., Ottawa Ontario, K1N 8S7

Hosted by Chicken Farmers of Canada. *While quantities last.

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Christina Martin
Parliament Hill, Ottawa Ontario,

Where: Parliament Hill
When: Noon Show (noon to 1:30 pm) and Evening Show (6:30 pm to 10 pm)

Christina Martin - Ottawa Canada Day
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Clement Jacques - Folk Rock / Pop (Quebec)
Major's Hill Park, 1 Rideau St., Ottawa Ontario, K1N 8S7

Where: Major's Hill Park When: Daytime Show (10 am to 5 pm)

Clement Jacques - Folk Rock / Pop (Quebec) - Ottawa Canada Day
Cultural Face Painting
Major's Hill Park, 1 Rideau St., Ottawa Ontario, K1N 8S7

10 am to 5 pm Talented makeup artists will transform your face into a work of art.

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Cupids 400 Photo Exhibit
Major's Hill Park, 1 Rideau St., Ottawa Ontario, K1N 8S7

10 am to 5 pm A Celebration of the Birthplace of English Canada.

Damien Robitaille - Folk Pop (Ontario)
Jacques-Cartier Park, Ottawa Ontario,

Where: Jacques-Cartier Park When: Evening Show (5:30 pm to 10 pm)

Damien Robitaille - Folk Pop (Ontario) - Ottawa Canada Day
Digawolf - Alternative / Roots Music / Rock (Northwest Territories)
Major's Hill Park, 1 Rideau St., Ottawa Ontario, K1N 8S7

Where: Major's Hill Park When: Daytime Show (10 am to 5 pm) and Evening Show (6 pm to 10 pm)

Digawolf - Alternative / Roots Music / Rock (Northwest Territories) - Ottawa Canada Day
Dione Taylor
Parliament Hill, Ottawa Ontario,

Where: Parliament Hill
When: Noon Show (noon to 1:30 pm) and Evening Show (6:30 pm to 10 pm)

Dione Taylor - Ottawa Canada Day
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Flag-Raising Ceremony
Parliament Hill, Ottawa Ontario,

9:30 am

Join us as we mark the Canadian Naval Centennial.
In collaboration with the Canadian Forces.

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Flying Fools
Jacques-Cartier Park, Ottawa Ontario,

High Dive Show An audience favourite, combining comedy, acrobatic feats and breathtaking high dives of 24 metres.

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France D'amour - Pop (Quebec)
Jacques-Cartier Park, Ottawa Ontario,

Where: Jacques-Cartier Park When: Evening Show (5:30 pm to 10 pm)

France D'amour - Pop (Quebec) - Ottawa Canada Day
Genevieve Toupin - Folk Pop (Manitoba)
Jacques-Cartier Park, Ottawa Ontario,

Where: Jacques-Cartier Park When: Evening Show (5:30 pm to 10 pm)

Genevieve Toupin - Folk Pop (Manitoba) - Ottawa Canada Day
Great Canadian Oath! (Reaffirmation Ceremony)
Major's Hill Park, 1 Rideau St., Ottawa Ontario, K1N 8S7

2 pm Show your patriotism!

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H'Sao
Parliament Hill, Ottawa Ontario,

Where: Parliament Hill
When: Noon Show (noon to 1:30 pm) and Evening Show (6:30 pm to 10 pm)

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Hannah Georgas - Indie / Pop / Alternative (British Colombia)
Major's Hill Park, 1 Rideau St., Ottawa Ontario, K1N 8S7

Where: Major's Hill Park When: Evening Show (6 pm to 10 pm)

Hannah Georgas - Indie / Pop / Alternative (British Colombia) - Ottawa Canada Day
Hey Rosetta!
Parliament Hill, Ottawa Ontario,

Where: Parliament Hill
When: Noon Show (noon to 1:30 pm) and Evening Show (6:30 pm to 10 pm)

Hey Rosetta! - Ottawa Canada Day
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Hill Invasion!
Parliament Hill, Ottawa Ontario,

2 pm to 5 pm

See Parliament Hill invaded by fantastic original characters! Amazing clown shows, poetry performances and stilt walkers will entertain you.

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Imaginary Cities - Alternative / Indie / R & B (Manitoba)
Major's Hill Park, 1 Rideau St., Ottawa Ontario, K1N 8S7

Where: Major's Hill Park When: Daytime Show (10 am to 5 pm)

Imaginary Cities - Alternative / Indie / R & B (Manitoba) - Ottawa Canada Day
Inflatable Games
Jacques-Cartier Park, Ottawa Ontario,

9 am to 5 pm Gigantic structures, with an obstacle course, a sea world activity and a giant slide.

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