RICHMOND HILL – You’re invited to celebrate Canada Day from the comfort of your home or backyard at Richmond Hill’s first ever virtual Canada Day event!

We are excited to bring you Canadian-themed entertainment, trivia, photo and dance contests, arts and crafts, cooking demonstrations and a digital fireworks show! Come check out amazing performances by Dan the Music Man, Fire Guy, Mighty Mike, The Dreamboats and local Richmond Hill talent. You can also experience rare animal encounters with Hands on Exotics, learn new recipes with Chef Stephanie Tucci and engage your inner artist with Canadian-inspired arts and crafts.

Date: Wednesday, July 1

Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m.; virtual fireworks at 8 p.m.

Where: Online at RichmondHill.ca/CanadaDay

Win great prizes by participating in our Show Your Canadian Pride Contest. Show us how proud you are to be Canadian and how you’re celebrating this year by dressing up, singing us a song, decorating your home, or more. Share it with @myRichmondHill on social media and include the hashtag #CanadaDayRH to be entered to win.

Don’t miss any of these exciting events! Subscribe to RichmondHill.ca/CanadaDay to receive notifications when the fun and entertainment begins.

Quotes

“Canada Day celebrations are one of the biggest community events in Richmond Hill every year. This year is no exception. Even though we can’t celebrate in person together, this virtual event will unite our community online. I invite you all to join us in this unique celebration to show your Canadian spirit!”

– Mayor Dave Barrow

Media Contacts

Kathleen Graver, Manager, Communication Services, kathleen.graver@richmondhill.ca, 905-771-2418
Dan Di Ruscio, Events Coordinator, Community Services, dan.diruscio@richmondhill.ca, 905-771-5513