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Canada Day
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Major's Hill Park · Canada Day 2008
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The focal point for many Canadian families on July 1st in Ottawa is at Major's Hill Park. Perhaps the best place to view the fireworks, as well as music and entertainment for kids of all ages.
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94.9 RockDétente Gatineau-Ottawa 10 am to 5 pm Week-end RockDétente sur demande, will be broadcast live. |
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Aboriginal Culture and Interpretation Discover a spiritual world of traditions with Aboriginal artists, including the Asinabika Women’s Drum Circle (all nations). In collaboration with Indian and Northern Affairs Canada. |
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African Hair Braiding Celebrate in Afro-Canadian style! |
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And Much More... Face painting you won’t want to wash off! Cool off in the water walk-through. Visit the Dairy Farmers of Canada tent. |
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Avenue of the 2008 Cultural Capitals of Canada Discover our Canadian cultural heritage through these municipalities that are integrating arts and culture into community life! Surrey, British Columbia Murray Sanders, pottery artist Phil Ashbee, Aboriginal wood carver Jake Goertzen, sculptor Choleena DiTullio, painter |
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Celebrate 400 Years of Shared History An opportunity to honour the presence of Aboriginal peoples in North America. Interpretation and activities focusing on the Iroquois culture and way of life. Workshop for children aged 3 and up. In collaboration with Indian and Northern Affairs Canada. |
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Chicken Corner — Home of the 16th Annual Great Canadian Chicken BBQ* Sponsored by Chicken Farmers of Canada. Try our award-winning chicken sandwich or our refreshing chicken Caesar salad! Remember, 50 cents from your chicken purchase goes to the Ottawa Food Bank! *While quantities last. |
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Mendhi Experience the timeless art of henna painting. |
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Origami Celebrate 80 years of diplomatic relations between Canada and Japan, through workshops and cultural interpretation. |
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President’s Choice® Anthem Pavilion Sponsored by President’s Choice®. We’re searching for the Canadian Anthem Idol! Come audition for your chance to win a $1,000 President's Choice® gift card! All participants will receive a $10 President's Choice® gift card. |
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Show Off Your Summer! Look out for the Rogers Street Team and try the VU, the hot new touch phone from LG. The team will be taking pictures of you and your friends doing what you do best — enjoying your summer! |
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The Drive to Survive Tour Comes to the Capital Don’t miss the DUMB Car (Distractions Undermining Motorist Behaviour)! Test your reaction times to such common distractions as cellphones, CDs, MP3 players, and eating and drinking. Presented by Insurance Bureau of Canada. |
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The Six String Nation Guitar Here’s a chance to admire this unique instrument made of over 60 pieces from different aspects of Canada’s history. Six String Nation's official website |
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Toyota Pavilion Celebrate Canada Day with Toyota, and learn about the company’s continuing commitment to Canadians. |
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Chicken Corner — Cooking Demonstrations 11 am, 1 pm and 3 pm Sponsored by Chicken Farmers of Canada. Pick up some delicious cooking tips in Chicken Corner, behind the Fairmont Château Laurier! |
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Daytime Shows at Major's Hill Park Folk and Popular Arts! 11 am to 5 pm The Checkerboard Guy (B.C.) |
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Plate-spinning busker 11:30 am, 1:30 pm and 3:30 pm Fesso (Ont.) — Plate-spinning busker |
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Urban Art Show 11:30 am, 1:30 pm and 3:30 pm Come watch urban street culture descend upon the dance floor with Brazilian capoeira, breakdance circles (cyphers) to live DJ music, and special breakdance (b-boy/b-girl) showcases from some of the top crews in Canada. |
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Evening Show at Major's Hill Park A Contemporary Folk Evening! Experience the original sounds of Canadian musical talent! Hayley Sales (B.C.) — Folk, pop President's Choice® Canada Day Fireworks Spectacular - 10:05 pm (approx.) |
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President’s Choice® Canada Day Fireworks Spectacular 10:05 pm (approx.) This thunderous pyrotechnics show soars over the Ottawa River, beginning at 10:05 pm. Visitors can expect some special features this year, as we celebrate some of Canada’s important historical milestones. The best views are from Jacques-Cartier Park, the Canadian Museum of Civilization, Major’s Hill Park, and along the Ottawa River. |
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