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Canada Day Events 2011

  Frederick Linsmeyer • June 26, 2011 • Local
O Canada!

O Canada!

It’s time to celebrate Canada Day this coming Friday! As always, there are plenty of parties and events going on throughout Metro Vancouver this year, with bands, interactive exhibits, games, family-friendly activities, cake and fireworks!

This is just a small list of everything that’s planned for this long weekend, so be sure to consult your local community calendar for an event nearest you.

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100 years of the Fair at the PNE

  Frederick Linsmeyer • August 9, 2010 • Local
Playland Roller Coaster

The historic wooden roller coaster at Playland

Since 1910, the Fair at the PNE has delighted locals and visitors alike with rides, food, exhibits and various of other events. During the fair’s centennial year, the PNE has returned with a strong line up of musicians; including Cindy Lauper, Huey Lewis and The News, Jesse Cook, Wayne Newton, Kevin Costner and Michael Bolton. Of course, there’s always the popular PNE Prize Home, the Dal Richards Orchestra, Super Dogs, mini donuts and more!

The Fair at the PNE runs from Saturday, August 21st to Monday, September 6th, 2010. Don’t forget to come early on Sunday, August, 22nd as the fairgrounds open at 9:00 am PDT with free admission, but only until 12:00 pm PDT.

Passes to the PNE and Playland can be purchased online.

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Celebrating Canada Day

  Frederick Linsmeyer • June 14, 2010 • Local
Come out and celebrate Canada's birthday!

Come out and celebrate Canada's birthday!

Canada is celebrating her 143rd birthday this July 1st, and it’s time to break out the red and white again! There will be plenty of parties in and around Metro Vancouver, so take a look below to see what’s happening near you!

The Olympic Cauldron by the Vancouver Convention Centre will be re-lit again for Canada Day. Head on down to Canada Place if you missed seeing the flame during the Olympics.

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Canada Day Events

  Frederick Linsmeyer • June 29, 2009 • Local
Canadian Flag at Canada Place

Canadian Flag at Canada Place

There are numerous ways to celebrate Canada’s birthday this July 1st. The Vancouver area always have some good parties, but if you’re unsure of what to attend, check out some of the selection below. All events are family friendly.

This list is only a small selection of what’s happening on Canada Day. Check out your local newspaper for additional events in your area.

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