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July 1 Virtual Celebration (Region wide) – Canada Day the Durham Way.
Celebrate Canada Day the Durham Way! Tune in on July 1 for three fantastic video segments, - family, music and demonstrations. Sit down with your family to enjoy exciting performances by Brant the Fire Guy, Dan the Music Man and more! When you’re enjoying the sunshine, you can listen to some incredible musicians that will add that special something to the day. Looking for meal ideas? Our cooking demonstration segments will show you how to make a quick and easy Canada Day meal.
Videos coming soon!
This collaborative event—in co-operation with the Region of Durham and all eight local-area municipalities—will highlight unique attractions and talents that drive our vibrant arts and culture scene. This event celebrates our region and our one-of-a-kind mix of small-town hospitality and unique urban amenities; a celebration of our multicultural landscape and cultures and musical talent.
Fireworks Safety
Whitby, if you plan to use fireworks this Canada Day – please be considerate of your neighbours and stay safe.
Follow The Laws and Be Safe
- Only light fireworks on July 1 from dusk to 11 p.m.
- Don’t litter
- Make sure you aren’t close to houses, trees, cars, overhead wires or dry grass
- Use a good firing base such as a pail filled with dirt or sand
- Always supervise children near fireworks and sparklers
Fireworks are not permitted if there is a fire ban in effect. Visit whitby.ca/Fireworks to see if we have one in place on July 1.
Celebrate Canada Day in Whitby
| Canada Day Trivia Challenge |
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Make some popcorn, gather together and test your Canadian knowledge with Canada Day Trivia at home on your tablet or TV. The bonus round includes trivia about the eight municipalities in Durham Region. There are 90 family-friendly questions to answer. How many will you get right? |
| Paint the Town Red and White |
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Whitby residents are encouraged to "Paint the Town" Red and White and decorate their homes and businesses as we prepare to celebrate Canada Day. Share on social media and tag the Town #WhitbyEvents! |
| Neighbourhood Scavenger Hunt |
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Enjoy an outdoor scavenger hunt in your neighbourhood and follow a series of 10 clues. Submit your answer and photos from your hunt (max 10MB) online for a chance to win one of three prizes. Contest deadline is Tuesday July 6, 2021 at midnight. Want to participate in the Neighbourhood Scavenger Hunt offline? |
| Driveable Scavenger Hunt |
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Enjoy a driveable scavenger hunt through Whitby and follow a series of 10 clues. Submit your answer and photos from your hunt (max 10MB) online for a chance to win one of three prizes. Contest deadline is Tuesday July 6, 2021 at midnight. |
| Virtual Artists, Artisan and Makers Showcase |
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Enjoy the Town's virtual arts showcase, which features 14 artists, artisans, crafters and makers of Whitby. Check out the showcase to learn more about and support the artists and makers in your community. Coming soon! |
| Canada Day Colouring Page |
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Print out and colour a Canada Day colouring page. Don't forget to snap a picture of your creation and tag the the Town on Facebook or Twitter! Download your Canada Day Colouring Page(s): |
| Canada Day Community Playlist |
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Music Brings Us Together! Add your favourite Canadian tune to the Canada Day the Durham Way playlist, then cue it up on Canada Day. Submit up to five songs for a chance to win a fantastic wireless outdoor speaker! |
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