The Cannington Lions Club would like to thank everyone who came out to celebrate Canada Day with us and make the event an enjoyable one. We deeply regret the technical problems which caused a very short fireworks display. We are still investigating the issues with our fireworks contractor and we will be reporting to the residents how we will make this up to you. We've celebrated with 13 great years of great fireworks and we're hoping this unlucky 14th year can be forgiven. We want to thank all of the volunteers, young and old, who braved the heat to put on this annual event. We understand many people did not attend due to the heat and we fully understand. We want to thank all of the groups and organizations who were in attendance. And a special thanks goes out to the volunteer firefighters of hall 82 for their participation and assistance during the day.

FREE FUN & ENTERTAINMENT FOR ALL AGES!!

Rides and Inflatables for Everyone

A Great variety of rides and inflatables for all ages to enjoy.  Rides and inflatables will be located throughout the park

All Rides and inflatables are free.  They will be available for fun starting at around 11am and will run until approximately 5pm.

These great activities are provided through the assistance of our Activities Sponsors Canada Protection Plan and Ben's Pharmacy.

Free Face Painting

Free face painting to help everyone show their Canadian Pride!

Times for face painting are to be determined and will be available at a designated area of the park.  Check our Canada Day Program for more details.

This great Canada Day tradition is free thanks to our event Activity Co-Sponsors Ben's Pharmacy and Canada Protection Plan!

Art In The Park

We are currently working with Outer City Arts to bring another first to Cannington's Canada Day.  Art In The Park will include:

• A selection of artists displaying and selling their works

• Children's arts activities

• Book signings with Lucy Black, Angie Littlefield, and Peter Fritze

• Dance recital by the Wild and Free Dance Studio

Haunted Maze on Canada Day

Another new attraction to this year's Canada Day Festival will be The Cannington Haunted Trail Committee's "Haunted Maze".  Located in the new Haunted Trail Building in MacLeod Park.

This maze will be family friendly for all ages.  Operations times to be confirmed soon.

Also come out for the official grand opening ceremonies of the Haunted Trail Maze building at 1pm.

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Citizen of The Year Award

Cannington Lions Club will again be accepting nominations for The Citizen of The Year Award for 2018.  The award will be presented during The Canada Day Festival.

Congratulations to Lisa Schummer for being The 2018 Citizen of The Year!

All Day BBQ & Concession

The Cannington  Lions Club will operate the Canada Day BBQ and concession area from 11am until approximately 10pm.  Full variety of BBQ items including hot dogs, sausages, and hamburgers will be available.  Cold drinks are also available.  You may also purchase snacks like chips, cotton candy, popcorn and more.  Proceeds from the BBQ and concession area help fund Canada Day.

Please remember that the purchase of food and drinks are done by ticket.  Tickets are available for sale at the Event Main Table located next to the BBQ and Concession area.  See the Canada Day Program for a complete map.

Ticket sales are by cash, Interac, or credit card (no American Express).

Classic and Custom Car & Truck Show

The Cannington Lions Canada Day Car and Truck Show returns.  Upwards of over 100 cars and trucks can show up to Cannington's MacLeod Park.  While there is a registration fee for the people bringing their vehicles there is NO CHARGE for everyone to come down to MacLeod Park and check out these fine vehicles.  Awards will be presented starting at around 1:30 pm including The People's Choice award as picked by the attending spectators.

Full details including registration paperwork will be made available online in the coming weeks under the Car Show menu tab above.  Registration cost includes complimentary BBQ food tickets.

Canada Day Cake

The famous Canada Day Cake will again be ready for everyone to enjoy.  Courtesy of The Nourish and Develop Foundation there will be another great Canada Day Cake on July 1.  Come out early to get your free piece!

Demonstrations and Activities

There will be numerous demonstrations and activities to enjoy at Canada Day.  Included on the schedule will be the annual Extracation Demonstration by members of The Cannington Firefighters Association.  Check the program and online schedule for a full list of events, times, and locaitons.

Lions Beer Tent

Enjoy a cold beverage in The Lions Beer Tent.  All beer and coolers are sold by ticket.  Beer tent tickets are only available at The Beer Tent.

Please remember that proper ID is required and only Age of Majority individuals are permitted in the beer tent.

Please remember to drink responsibly.  All proceeds help fund Canada Day.

Best Fireworks in The Area!

Come out and enjoy "The Best Fireworks in The Area"!.  Put on by David Whysall Fireworks and their award winning crew and set to music by Xtreme Sounds Professional DJ Services.  Each year people from all around our region come to Cannington to enjoy the sights and sounds as we cap off Canada Day in style.

These great fireworks are made possible by the generous support of our corporate Fireworks Sponsors Canada Protection Plan and Brelmar Veterinary Clinic and with the help of gracious public donations.  They truly are the Best in The Area.

The Cannington Lions Club is proud to present Canada Day 2018

However, we can't do it without the valued financial support of our sponsors.  While we do receive valued funding from The Federal Government those funds only cover about 15% of the costs.  To make sure we provide an excellent day for our residents we need the support of our sponsorship partners.

There are many different levels of sponsorship to meet the budget needs of businesses and organizations.

While some businesses and organizations may have received a package from us we welcome support from all community-minded sponsors.

If you are interested in sponsoring Canada Day 2018 please review or sponsorship package.  If you have questions you can contact Lion Walter Schummer.  If you know which level of sponsorship fits your business then simply complete the application form and return to us.

For information you may contact Lion Walter at 705-432-8464 canadaday@canningtonlionsclub.ca

REGISTRATION AND INFORMATION                          CAR SHOW SPONSORS

The classic and custom car & truck show returns to MacLeod Park again this year as part of the 2018 Cannington Lions Club Canada Day Festival.

Attendance by the public is again free to this year's show.

Those bringing their car or truck down are welcomed and weather permitting we expect upwards of 150 vehicles!

Registration in the park opens at 7am and continues to noon.

Those wishing to participate in this year's show may download and complete the registration paperwork and then bring it with you on the day of the event.  The registration fee is payable on the day of the event.

Registration cost remains unchanged at $10 and includes complimentary tickets for The Cannington Lions Club's BBQ and Concession area.

Complete your registration form below.

The Cannington Lions Club welcomes everyone to attend this year's event.

The first 150 car show entrants will receive a free dash plaque.

Award presentations will commence at about 1:30 pm and everyone is welcomed

to stay and enjoy the day which will end with the best fireworks display in the area sponsored by Canada Protection Plan and Brelmar Veterinary Clinic.

There is lots to do and see during the event so plan for the day.

The Cannington Lions Club would like to thank the many sponsors of the car show.  Our valued sponsors help make the event free for the public to attend and help provide the many prizes awarded.

The attending public is welcomed to again vote for their favourite vehicle in the Brelmar Vet & Canada Protection Plan People's Choice Award.

Ballots for your favourite car or truck will be located throughout the park.  However, please vote early since the awards are presented at about 1:30 and tabulation will be ongoing.

See our 2018 Car Show pamphlet sent out to our attendees by clicking on the below link.

More information by contacting Lion Wayne Hider: 705-432-2291

or

email us at canadaday@canningtonlionsclub.ca

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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AND WANTED

The Cannington Lions Club can't hold this event without the help of our community volunteers.

If you are able to lend us some of your valuable time we would appreciate it.  Different jobs are available for different shifts.  Below is a summary of what we're looking for:

June 30 (setup day)

July 1 (event)

July 2 (cleanup)

The Cannington Lions Club is permitting a limited number of vendors at this years event.

Historically we have not included vendors at the event since there is a limited amount of income which can be generated at the event and The Cannington Lions Club strives to provide the event for the people of Cannington and area while targeting to break-even on a financial level.  By having vendors at the event there is the risk to The Lions Club that funds needed to support the event may be drawn away by vendor activity.

With the above in mind, The Cannington Lions Club is welcoming potential vendors but a rental fee must be paid and proof of insurance must be provided with a Certificate of Insurance naming The Cannington Lions Club as "additionally insured".  The below application form must be completed and completion of the form does not guarantee acceptance as a vendor at the event.

The Cannington Lions Club is granted permission by The Township of Brock to operate the Canada Day event in MacLeod Park and The Lions are given exclusive use of The Park and its facilities during that day.  Except for The Cannington Historical Society (through its museum operations), all activities within The Park are the responsibility of The Cannington Lions Club.

The vendor application form must be completed by all vendors wishing to take part in Canada Day.  If multiple vendors are operating under one umbrella group then special pricing may be permitted but all vendors must complete an application and be properly insured and provide proof of such with the appropriate certificate.

Non Profit Groups are a big part of Canada Day.  We welcome them to come down and promote their organization and cause.

Any groups wishing to take part needs to complete the Attending Non Profit Organization Information form.  Please complete and return to our Canada Day Committee no later than June 15.

Form is available below and can be returned:

• Fax 705-432-8450

• email: canadaday@canningtonlionsclub.ca

• drop off: 102 Peace Street Cannington

   PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU ARE A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION AND WISH TO ALSO SELL ITEMS YOU MUST REGISTER AS A VENDOR AND PAY THE APPLICABLE FEES.  PLEASE REFER TO OUR VENDOR PAGE.

2018 NOMINATIONS CLOSED