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By Greg Fry

Canada Day

No fireworks at this year’s Canada Day celebration in Prince George

Jun 24, 2024 | 10:12 AM

PRINCE GEORGE — Lheidli T’enneh Memorial Park will be the place to be once again for Canada Day celebrations.

One staple of previous Canada Day celebrations that won’t be happening this year though – the fireworks from atop Connaught Hill Park.

“Despite recent rainfall, the City is not hosting fireworks this year due to the current BC Wildfire burning restrictions,” says the City.

Despite the lack of fireworks, there will still be plenty to do from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m.

“We’re excited to offer exciting entertainment, delicious food options from around the world, and fun activities for the whole family. New this year is ‘challenge a champion’ with the Prince George Chess Club.”

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Here is the Canfor Stage schedule:

11 a.m.: Welcome

11:05 a.m.: Prince George Community Band

Noon: Opening ceremonies

Greetings from Lheidli T’enneh Elder Edith Frederick, Chief Dolleen Logan, MP Todd Doherty, MP Bob Zimmer, and Mayor Simon Yu

12:30 p.m.: CBA lion dancers and singers

Cake cutting sponsored by Save on Foods

12:50 p.m.: Zahirah Dance Studio – Troupe Zahira

1:15 p.m.: Ivan Paquette

1:40 p.m. Khast’an Drummers

2:05 p.m. Excalibur Theatre Arts

2:30 p.m. Rogers & Sargent

2:55 p.m. Bollywood Dream Dancers

3:15 p.m. UHNBC Drum Group

3:40 p.m. Twasome Highland Troupe & Lorna Carbutt School of Dance

4:05 p.m. Fraser Lyric Opera

4:25 p.m. Mariaelena Delgado

4:45 p.m. Sandi Araquil & Jezer Narcisco

5:10 p.m. Judy Russell’s Enchainement Dance Centre

5:40 p.m. Thaìs & Beni

6 p.m. Closing

*Schedule and performers are subject to change. Canadian Tire is the event’s presenting sponsor.