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Canada Day

Canada Day 2025 – Celebrate with Us!

The Municipality of French River invites you to a fun-filled, family-friendly celebration on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at the Alban Community Centre. Come enjoy live music, delicious food, kids’ activities, a vendor market, and a fireworks show at dusk — rain or shine!

Event Details

Date: Tuesday, July 1, 2025
Time: 3:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Location: Alban Community Centre (796 Hwy 64, Alban)

What to Expect

  • Opening Ceremony & O Canada
  • Live Music: Danny Minor and the Travelling Collective (4:00–8:00 p.m.)
  • Kids' Zone: Bouncy castles, face painting, candy cart
  • Council BBQ: Hot dogs, burgers, chips, drinks – kids 18 & under eat FREE!
  • Fire Department Dunk Tank
  • Meet Your Emergency Services: OPP & EMS on-site
  • Outdoor Vendor Market
  • FIREWORKS @ DUSK!

Council BBQ – Cash Only

Grab a combo and support your community!
All proceeds go toward local events and initiatives.

Menu Highlights:

  • Hot Dog – $2

  • Burger – $2

  • Chips & Drinks – $1 each

  • Combo 1 - $5 (2 Hot Dogs + a chip + a drink)

    Combo 2 - $5 (2 Burgers + a chip + a drink)

Kids 18 & under receive one FREE combo meal (while quantities last)

Vendor Market

Shop local and explore handmade goods, treats, and crafts.
Vendor applications accepted until June 27 at 4:00 p.m.

To register, contact:
minniefisher1@outlook.com
📞 416-738-0713

⚠️ Important Info for Attendees

  • 🪑 Bring your own lawn chair – outdoor seating is not provided
  • 🚰 Bring your own water bottle – free refill stations are available inside
  • Rain Plan in effect – food, seating & programming will move indoors if needed
  • 🏠 Accessible indoor seating & parking available
  • 🚫 No alcohol permitted – this is a kid-friendly event
  • 🚭 Smoking & vaping are prohibited under Ontario’s Smoke-Free Act
  • 🚗 Parking is limited – please carpool if possible

Proudly Funded By

The Municipality of French River, the Government of Canada, and the French River Lions Club