Happy 150th Canada!
This is an opportunity to gather in our communities, from coast to coast to coast, and to proudly celebrate all we have in common for Canada’s 150th year. It is an opportunity to celebrate our achievements, which were born in the audacious vision and shared values of our ancestors, and which are voiced in nearly all of the languages of the world through the contribution of New Canadians.
Canada Day is a time to celebrate the heritage passed down to us through the works of our authors, poets, artists and performers. It is a time to rejoice in the discoveries of our scientific researchers, in the success of our entrepreneurs, and to commemorate our history – a history in which each new chapter reveals itself to be more touching, more fascinating than the last.
In this momentous year marking the 150th anniversary of Confederation, our Canada Day celebrations will be bigger than ever! There will be major celebrations in 19 Canadian cities in addition to the many festivities set to take place in various communities from coast to coast. A full weekend of activities is also on the agenda in Canada’s Capital Region to celebrate Canada Day and our country’s anniversary in a spectacular way.
As we look ahead, we have every reason to show our pride in being Canadian and to face the future with confidence and enthusiasm.
Here are a few things you may not have known about our great country:
Did you know that you can see more snakes out in Winnipeg than anywhere else?
Every year during the spring, tens of thousands of garter snakes make their way out of their dens to enjoy the warm weather. Don’t worry, there are platforms set up at a distance for viewing.
Or how about the fact that we built a UFO Landing site in Alberta. Ya! Back in 1967 the town of St. Paul got together to build an official landing pad for any UFOs that might like to stop by for a visit.
Did you know that Saskatchewan and Alberta were originally set to be one province? Back in the early 1900s it was purposed and planned by Sir Frederick Haultain, and it was to be named Buffalo! Until Sir Wilfred Laurier shot down the idea.
And though we are celebrating our 150th anniversary as an established country, many indigenous communities have been inhabiting the Midland, Penetanguishene, and Tiny are for over 11,000 years!
From Harbourview Property Management, Enjoy the holiday weekend for Canada’s 150th year.