Atlantic communities prepare for Canada Day celebrations after hiatus
Inflation keeps rising, will recession follow? Experts say ‘batten down the hatches’There will also be a free BBQ lunch, a parade of kids on bikes, scooters and wagons and – of course – fireworks.“That’s everyone’s favourite part,” Horvath said of the explosive spectacle.Calls growing to ban recreational fireworks in N.S – May 14, 2022
Down the Fundy coast in Saint John, this will not be the first time since 2019 fireworks have been held. They’ve gone off three times in the past week alone as the city celebrates the memorial cup; the city also hosted a firework show for Canada Day 2021.The venue will host the “first-ever” Canada Day Waterfront Festival with face painting, circus performers and more.Story continues below advertisement
The City of Halifax has partnered with Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre to create an event aimed at inclusivity. “Kana’ta-HFX Canada Day 2022” festivities will include the familiar fireworks and parade, but also a Mawio’mi, or cultural village, set up in Halifax Common showcasing music, crafts and authentic Indigenous cuisine.© 2022 Global News, a division of Corus Entertainment Inc.
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