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The Canada 150 tulip, also known as the Maple Leaf tulip, is the official tulip of Canada 150 and was unveiled May 9, 2016, in Commissioners Park. [29] The tulip was selectively bred with white flower and red flames, which resembles the flag of Canada. [30] For Canada 150, the Canadian Tulip Festival in Ottawa planted 30,000 Maple Leaf tulip ...
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During Canada 150, the 150th anniversary of our Confederation, Canadians came together and celebrated what it means to be Canadian.
This year was filled with activities that focused on engaging and inspiring youth; celebrating our diversity and encouraging inclusion; establishing a spirit of reconciliation with Indigenous peoples; and discovering Canada’s natural beauty and strengthening environmental awareness. Canadians and visitors from all around the world were invited to participate, celebrate and explore their country. Canadians and visitors alike responded with enthusiasm and got involved in ways that were meaningful to them.
Participation from coast to coast to coast
•38 pan-Canadian Signature projects and 636 Community projects focused on the four Canada 150 themes: Diversity and Inclusion, Engaging and Inspiring Youth, Indigenous Reconciliation and the Environment. Over 7,500 applications for use of the Canada 150 logo were approved, half of which were issued for commercial purposes bringing benefits to local economies.
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Celebrations across the country all year…
•3.3 million joined in Celebrate Canada Days events in the 19 major cities; a further 32.1 million viewers joined in on multiple platforms. In addition, the government supported more than 1,700 community led celebrations.
•120 missions conducted an estimated 1,000 events involving 900,000 people globally.
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Mar 13, 2017 · So Vancouver, whose Indigenous population of 53,000 ranks third-highest among Canadian metropolises—after Winnipeg (78,000) and Edmonton (62,000)—is doing just that, with a $7-million event it ...
- July 1, 1917: The 50th anniversary of Confederation. The Parliament buildings, under construction, are dedicated to the Fathers of Confederation and to the courage of Canadians who fought in Europe during the First World War.
- July 1, 1927: The 60th anniversary of Confederation. The Peace Tower Carillon is inaugurated. The Governor General at the time, Viscount Willingdon, lays the cornerstone of the Confederation Building on Wellington Street.
- From 1958 to 1968: The government organizes celebrations for Canada's national holiday every year. The Secretary of State of Canada is responsible for coordinating these activities.
- July 1, 1967: The 100th anniversary of Confederation. Parliament Hill is the backdrop for a high-profile ceremony, which includes the participation of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
Jul 11, 2017 · By Susan Siemens, Ontario Representative A little over a week ago, our nation came together across communities, towns, and cities to celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday. While I’m not one for large crowds and big celebrations, I did take in the fireworks in my city and welled up with pride for our great nation as the magnificent display of red and white lit up the sky. However, this year’s ...
Jun 29, 2017 · Canada 150 Drumming Celebration Where: Creekside Park and other various locations What: All Canadians from all walks of life including First Nations, immigrants – early and new, people from all cultures, of all ages, are invited to participate in this simultaneous, national drumming celebration to unite everyone to celebrate Canada and achieve its own all-Canadian world record celebration.
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Canadian Multiculturalism Day (June 27) - 40,000 Canadians attended celebrations. Canada Day (July 1) - An estimated 3 million people attended Canada Day festivities in 19 cities. On December 31, 2016, Canada 150 kicked off with events in Canada’s Capital Region and 18 major cities that attracted more than 750,000 people.
