Canada Day float registration is open
Canada Day is a time to celebrate community, culture, and connection! Local businesses, non-profits, and community groups are invited to join the festivities and show their community spirit by entering a float or organizing a walking group for the parade on July 1.
Prepare for registration by reviewing:
Float registration closes Monday, June 16.
Apply for fundraising opportunities and raise funds for your cause
Looking to raise funds for your local organization? There will be eight paid volunteer opportunities for social profits and community groups during this year's Canada Day celebrations.
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| • Barricade Monitors • Safety Walkers • Swag Squad Members |
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| • Registration opens Wednesday, May 21 • Opportunities require a minimum of 10–20 participants • Groups may partner with other organizations to meet requirements |
Rally your team, support your cause, and help make this Canada Day a success for the whole community!
Learn and reflect about our shared history
As you enjoy the day, take time to reflect and learn about Canada’s shared history, while thinking about the future we want to build together and the active role you play.
We acknowledge with gratitude that this land is Treaty 8 territory, the traditional and ancestral land of the Cree, Dene and Métis people. We recognize that our history began long before the first Canada Day on what is known as part of Turtle Island.
You can learn more about Indigenous history, culture and how you can personally help advance reconciliation at rmwb.ca/trc.
Frequently Asked Questions
| When is the Canada Day Parade? |
| This year’s Canada Day Parade will be at 10:30 a.m. on July 1, with the procession starting at 10:15 a.m. for the sensory-friendly block. |
| Where is the parade? |
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The parade will start on Main Street, head south on Franklin Avenue and end at the corner of Riedel Street and Clearwater Drive. Main Street is the location of the sensory friendly block. |
| What is a Sensory Friendly Block? |
| The Sensory Friendly Block is a section of the parade route (Main St.) from 10:15 to 10:30 a.m. During this time, floats and walking groups will turn off their music and sirens to allow those with varying sensory needs to enjoy the parade in a quieter and more relaxed environment. |
| Is there a cost to attend the Canada Day Parade? |
| No, there is no cost to attend. |
| Is this a ticketed event? |
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No, tickets are not required, the parade is free. All residents are invited to enjoy the parade safely from the sidewalk. |
| When is parade float registration open? |
| Registration will open Wednesday, May 21. |