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Celebrate Canada in Sidney 31st Sidney Days

re you ready for a party? This Canada Day you’re in for two days of fun and exciting events at the 31st annual Sidney Days celebration. Be sure to check out the schedule of events on pages 8 and 9 — there are new times and some changes this year. Tuesday, June 30 Celebrations will kick off with the Community Barbecue organized and hosted by Sidney Thrifty Foods from 3 to 6 p.m. The barbecue will be held in Sidney’s Beacon Park. After dinner, the celebrations continue with a group tribute as people sing happy birthday to Canada and enjoy the special Canada Day birthday cake. A troupe of Filipino-Canadian dancers will perform at 6:30 p.m. on stage, prior to the start of the official ceremony. A colour party arrives at around 7:30 p.m. with the big cake cutting at around 8 p.m. During the evening, a citizenship judge will lead the crowd in a re-affirmation of their Canadian citizenship. Pre-fireworks entertainment will be provided by The Craig Henderson Trio at the Beacon Park Pavilion from 8 p.m. until 10 p.m. Save your spot early for the Musical Fireworks Extravaganza, presented by the Town of Sidney, on the waterfront at approximately 10 p.m. The fireworks are set to music, so sit back and enjoy.

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Wednesday, July 1 Fuel up for a big day at the Sidney Lions Club Pancake Breakfast at the Mary Winspear Centre at 8 a.m. The Sidney Canada Day Parade begins at Beacon Avenue and Resthaven Drive at 11:30 a.m. The parade continues along Beacon, then down Second Street to Ocean Avenue. Following the parade, from 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. check out the Family Fun Fair in Iroquois Park in Sidney where you can participate in events from a Panorama Recreation inflatable obstacle course and children’s games, to music by Old Black Rum, face painting and a lot more. Take in the construction of some unique boats in Beacon Park during the day, then make your way to the Sidney waterfront for the always entertaining Build-a-Boat Race which launches at 4:30 p.m. The race has been sponsored by Slegg Lumber in Sidney for the last 30 years. Canada Day is chock full of fun and celebration, so don’t miss the nation’s birthday in Sidney.

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DISCOVER NORTH SAANICH North Saanich, one of the most beautiful and diverse municipalities in the region, will usually be the first community visitors will experience when visiting. Both main travel entrance points on Southern Vancouver Island, the Swartz Bay Terminal for BC Ferries and the Victoria International Airport, are located here. We welcome visitors and have much to offer them. A significant portion of our land is agricultural with many varied and active farms and other rural attractions. Not only do these offer a supply of locally produced food, but they provide a charming contrast to our residential areas. Energetic volunteers host our well established Saturday morning farm market at St. John’s United Church on West Saanich Road. Many farms offer sales of produce, breads, preservatives and meats at this market and you may even find local jewellery and art. Our annual farm Flavour Trail event will commence Friday, August 22 to Sunday, August 24 offering many opportunities to tour local farm, winery and restaurant venues.

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Our walking trails are extensive and appealing, covering most areas in the municipality and ranging from those easily walkable to more challenging areas in Horth Hill Park and Dean Park, well worth the effort for the views. Other parks offer a variety of attractions, including magnificent views of our shores, and our native plants and trees. We have produced a Trails, Parks and Beaches Guide which is available at the Municipal Hall to visitors and residents. In addition to these aspects, our 45 km shoreline extends around the municipality, attracting many boaters and fishing enthusiasts, and serviced by local marinas. The Panorama Recreation Centre offers swimming, tennis, skating and other fitness facilities. There are two local golf courses, Glen Meadows and Ardmore. The opportunity to indulge in such a variety of leisure activities is enhanced in North Saanich by the unspoiled beauty of our rural and marine areas. We hope you have a wonderful experience visiting North Saanich.

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would like to say a big thank you to Sheilah Fea, for her six years as President. It has been quite a challenge for me this year taking over the Presidency of the Peninsula Celebrations Society — big shoes to fill! However, with the help of a new and very active Board of Directors committed to making all our events as interesting and enjoyable as possible, we rolled up our sleeves and got to work. This year we’ve added a children’s component

to our Summer Sounds Concert Series (July 26) and the Old El Paso Train to our list of attractions at Iroquois Park, as well as a refreshment tent. July 1st, Canada Day, will start off with the tradi-

walk to the foot of Beacon Avenue for the very hilarious Build-A-Boat contest — always fun to watch — and cheer on your favourite team to win! Special thanks to Slegg Building Supplies for their 30th year sponsoring this event! The Peninsula is a great place to live, work and play, and we have to be grateful to be a part of it all — a wonderful, caring community! Joanne Olson, President Peninsula Celebrations Society

tional pancake breakfast at the Mary Winspear Centre, served by the Sidney Lions Club, starting at 9:00 a.m. Next comes the fabulous parade starting at 11:30 a.m. People should then make their way down to Iroquois Park for Family Fun Day where there will be cake and fun for all — music by Old Black Rum, human hamster balls, inflatable obstacle course, dog show, train ride, face painting, balloon designer, bouncy castle and hockey games for children of all ages. And to complete the day,

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In honour of Legion Week, Sidney’s Legion — Branch 37 has generously donated the big birthday cakes for the opening celebrations of Sidney Days. The Legion will have a booth at Beacon Park during the day where you can stop by and find out what the Legion is all about and what it does in our community. Legion Week, June 23 to 29, is officially proclaimed by the Government of British Columbia and the Yukon. It’s a time to showcase the incredible charitable and volunteer work of the Legion, which touches the lives of all fellow citizens.

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CANADA DAY CELEBRATIONS Take part in the Canada Day celebrations, to be held at Beacon Park June 30. Things get under way with a parade of colour parties and a bagpiper. Opening ceremonies begin at 7:30 p.m. followed by the cutting of the big Canada Day cake and live entertainment at around 8 p.m. Later that evening, at around 10 p.m., come out and enjoy the Musical Fireworks Extravaganza sponsored by the Town of Sidney. SIDNEY SIDEwALk SALE JuNE 28 & 29 Kick the celebration off early on Sunday and Monday, June 28 and 29 at the Sidney Sidewalk Sale. The annual Sidney merchants’ Sidewalk Sale returns and runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in downtown Sidney. Look for great deals at participating buinesses. There will be live entertainment on the streets, balloon art, face painting and more. This is the biggest sale of the year for Sidney merchants.

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Celebrate Canada along the streets of Sidney

ow do you celebrate the most important day of the year in style? With a parade of course! Organized by the Peninsula Celebrations Society for the 31st consecutive year, the parade features live music, marching bands, colourful floats, live animals and much more. Come out to see your friends and neighbours march in the parade. Don’t forget to bring your camera. The fun starts at 11:30 a.m. with the crowd singing O Canada, then the first float leads off from Beacon Avenue and Resthaven Drive. The parade route heads east, then down Second Street, all the way to Ocean Avenue. There’s a special viewing area for folks in wheelchairs at the corner of Fifth and Beacon. As always, taking in the parade is free.

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3-6 p.m Thrifty Foods Community Barbecue — Beacon Park 6:30 p.m. Entertainment — Victoria Filipino Canadian Dancers 7:30 p.m. Opening Ceremonies — Colour Party, Town Crier, Welcome address by MP Elizabeth May, MLA Gary Holman and Mayor Steve Price — Citizenship re-affirmation ceremony — Singing of O Canada, led by Barbara Gill 8 p.m. The Big Cake and Live Entertainment – Enjoy the music of The Craig Henderson Trio — Beacon Park 10 p.m Town of Sidney presents the Musical Fireworks Extravaganza, best viewed between Port Sidney and Tulista Park — Sidney Waterfront

Centre. Food vendors and displays. Free face painting by Susi Sunshine Sidney Lions Lunch Box, balloon animals, Old El Paso Train, Hampster Ball by Games U2 and more.

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Free ice cream from the Mayor and council of the Town of Sidney — Iroquois Park Road Hockey Game 1, for kids aged 6 and under — Iroquois Park The Dog Look-Alike Contest Registration — Iroquois Park. Contest starts at 1:30 p.m. Road Hockey Game 2, for kids ages seven to 15, — Iroquois Park Slegg Lumber Build-a-Boat — building begins. Contact Slegg Lumber at 250-656-1125 to register your team — Beacon Park 30th annual Slegg Lumber Build-a-Boat Race — launch at Diver’s Point (end of Beacon Avenue)

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Craig Henderson is a 20 year-old singer/pianist from Victoria, B.C. He fronts his jazz trio, accompanied by his first jazz piano teacher, Bill Kent, on the bass, and his father, Gordon Henderson, on the guitar. They perform music reflected by the songs of timeless artists such as Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Dean Martin, Tony Bennett and others who have shared the same love of the Great American Songbook. They are currently a regular fixture at the Bengal Lounge at the Fairmont Empress Hotel and performs at 8 p.m. on June 30, prior to Sidney’s Canada Day fireworks show.

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Fun for the entire family This year the Family Fun Fair is celebrating 32 years of community events hosted by the Peninsula Celebrations Society. Following the parade Wednesday morning, head to Iroquois Park in Sidney. Enjoy an array of activities, games and entertainment by Old Black Rum. New this year for the little ones: The Old El Paso Train. Come try the bean bag U-launchers and hamster balls by Games 2U, face painting by Susi Sunshine, balloon creations, bouncy castle, food and drink vendors, hockey and so much more. This year Sidney’s Mayor and Council will be handing out free ice cream. You’ll see the Dog look-a-like contest, pure-breds, mutts and their owners are welcome to participate. The show runs from 1:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. in the field. Registration is at 1 p.m. All this, some clowning around and who knows what other special guests may drop in? Plan to spend your afternoon at the Family Fun Fair.

Road hockey for kids Bring your stick and helmet and face off against your opponents in a game of road hockey at Iroquois Park. It’s road hockey time on Wednesday, July 1 in the park. The first game is at 1 p.m. for kids ages 6 and under. Game 2 at 2 p.m. is for kids ages 6 to 15.

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Dog look-alike contest The Peninsula Celebrations Society presents the Sidney’s Pet Centre and Aquatics Dog Show. Bring your best pal and enter one of three categories to win prizes: Best Look-a-like Best Dressed Best Trick The Show takes place at the Sidney Days Family Fun Fair in Iroquois Park on July 1. Registration is at 1 p.m. and the show starts at around 1:30 p.m. Pet owners can also register in advance at Sidney’s Pet Centre and Aquatics, 9769 Fifth St. in Sidney.

Thrifty Foods Community Barbecue A delightful feast is the lead up to Canada Day events of June 30. Through the kind support of Thrifty Foods (with assistance from the Town of Sidney, Slegg Lumber, The Q Radio and the youth Employment Program), chefs from the Sidney by the Sea Rotary Club serve up a sumptuous barbecue meal. Bring a blanket or join one of the tables to share a bite and a bit of fun with your neighbours. A minimum donation of $5 is suggested with all proceeds going to the Mount Newton Centre.

Date & Time: June 30 @ 3 to 6 p.m. Cost: $5 Donation with all proceeds going to the Mount Newton Centre. Location: Beacon Park – in front of the Pier Hotel.

Lions Pancake Breakfast Rise up early and enjoy a tasty tradition of pancakes and sausages — cooked up this year by members of the Sidney Lions Club. Finish with plenty of time to get your favourite spot to enjoy the Sidney Days Parade. Breakfast begins on July 1 at 8 a.m. at the Mary Winspear Centre.

Summer Sounds: keep the party going in July and August Once the Sidney Days celebrations come to a close, the fun doesn’t have to stop — especially if you love live music being performed in your community. The Peninsula Celebrations Society brings Sidney its Summer Sounds program, featuring a variety of artists every Sunday afternoon from 2 to 4 p.m. at the pavilion in Beacon Park. Here’s the line up: July 5 Salsa Caliente

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