Celebrate Canada Day with the City of Sarnia. From the Canada Day Parade at 11:30 a.m.; to family fun at Canatara Park from 11 a .m. to 4 p.m.; to live entertainment and fireworks at Centennial Park from 6 to 11 p.m.; there are no shortage of ways to enjoy July 1!

Canatara Park

Join the City July 1 at Canatara Park from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. for a wide array of fun for all ages and interests. Check out the annual Canada Day Parade, Handmade Vendor Market, activities on the field, bandshell entertainment and more!

Canada Day Parade

The parade kicks off at 11:30 a.m., starting from the intersection of Colborne Road and Lakeshore Road, heading west on Lakeshore then south on Christina Street before heading through the park on Lake Chipican Drive and finishing on Sandy Lane.

Attractions and activities on the field

There will be plenty to enjoy in the field at Canatara Park, including:

  • Concessions
  • Multicultural Food Vendors
  • Inflatables
  • Face painting
  • Air brush tattoos
  • Interactive Art Mural
  • Hula Hoop Fun Zone
  • Handmade Market

On-stage entertainment

A full schedule of entertainment from 11:00am – 4:00pm featuring performances by:

  • Kobbler Jay – 11 a.m.
  • The Farmer’s Daughter Show – 11:45 a.m.
  • Corbin the Pirate – 12:30 p.m.
  • Kobbler Jay – 1:15 p.m.
  • The Farmer’s Daughter – 2 p.m.
  • Corbin the Pirate – 2:45 p.m.

Multicultural Food Vendors

Multicultural food vendors:

  • Polish Alliance of Canada
  • Lambton Chinese Canadian Association
  • Ukrainian Community
  • Greek Men, Greek Ladies
  • Palestinian Booth,
  • Persian Community of Sarnia,
  • Bengali Group
  • Nigerians in Sarnia
  • Indian Canada

Canatara Park bandshell

Head over to the bandshell at noon for a performance from the Lambton Concert Band before Opening Ceremonies featuring the National Anthem; remarks from the Sarnia Canada Day Committee and dignitaries; Parade Winners announcement; and birthday cupcake giveaways.

Centennial Park

Canada Day with the City of Sarnia continues at Centennial Park on July 1 from 5:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. with food vendors, busker performances, face painting, interactive hockey, interactive curling, and the Annual Fireworks Show off the Bay.

Live Music

Enjoy some live music on the Suncor Agora stage:

  • 402 West – 5:30 p.m.
  • What She Said – 6:45 p.m.
  • Action Figures – 8 p.m.
  • Pain Killer Jane – 9:15 p.m. and 10:20 p.m.

Fireworks

The Annual Fireworks Show off the Bay will return July 1, kicking off at 10 p.m.

Rain date: July 2 at 10 p.m.

Buskers

  • Kobbler Jay (stilts, glow juggling)
  • Scarlett Black (costume, light wands)
  • The Farmer’s Daughter Show (two shows in the Flag Court)
  • Corbin the Pirate (roaming magic show)

Centennial Park food vendors

  • Aunt Ries
  • Babylon
  • Bubbles Ice Cream
  • Ice Cream and More
  • Miller’s Meats
  • Pizza Pizza
  • Stafford Meats
  • That Hot Dog Guy
  • Wooden Aces 

Transit Service

Sarnia Transit will offer special free shuttle services to both Canatara Park and Centennial Park, allowing visitors to park off site.

Shuttles will run between Northgate Terminal and Canatara Park, every half hour, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. and from 1 to 4 p.m.

Shuttles will run between Northgate Terminal and Centennial Park, every half hour, from 8 to 11:30 p.m.

Cycle into Canada Day

We’re encouraging residents to ride their bike to Canada Day festivities.

Learn more about temporary bike lanes and other active transportation infrastructure on our Cycle Canada Day webpage.

Road Closures

Several road closures will be in effect at varying times on July 1 to accommodate the parade, Centennial Park celebrations and fireworks, including:

  • Lakeshore Road from Indian Road to Christina Street North; Christina Street North from Lakeshore Road to Cathcart Boulevard; and Lake Chipican Drive from 9 a.m. to approximately 1 p.m.
  • Front Street from London Road to Exmouth Street from 9 a.m. to 11:45 p.m.
  • Harbour Road west of the marina entrance from 3 p.m. to 11:45 p.m.

Please consult the map below for road closures.

Truth and Reconciliation

We acknowledge that while there are many things to celebrate about Canada, it is important to pause, reflect, and act.
We invite the community to spend some time this Canada Day reflecting on the history of our nation. Included below is a list of some of the resources to help with this reflection:

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Funding provided by the Government of Canada through the Department of Canadian Heritage Celebrate Canada Program.