Here’s what’s happening in Ottawa on Canada Day
OTTAWA, ON, June 23, 2023 – As per usual, Ottawa is going to be one of the hottest tickets in the country on Canada Day. The Minister of Canadian Heritage, Pablo Rodriguez, have unveiled a jam-packed lineup of programming for Canada Day 2023. On July 1, there is no better place to be than Canada’s Capital Region to join the biggest party in the country!
Everyone is invited to Canada’s Capital Region on July 1. People will be able to attend performances and take part in activities in person at LeBreton Flats Park and other locations in central Ottawa–Gatineau.
“Canada Day is a day to come together and celebrate our pride as Canadians. In addition to energizing Canada’s Capital Region and our communities across the country, July 1 allows us to showcase our nation’s art and culture. Participate in Canada Day activities in your community and learn about the ethnic, linguistic, cultural, and artistic diversity that makes our country so beautiful. Take advantage of this iconic national holiday to connect with your community, create memorable moments, and show your pride in being Canadian!”
—Pablo Rodriguez, Minister of Canadian Heritage
Canada Day programming in the capital region
Canada Day is an opportunity to connect and create memorable moments with your community. It’s a day to celebrate our values of inclusion, openness and pride with our family and friends.
Take a few minutes to visit the Canada Day website to learn about the programming for this national holiday. More information will be added in the coming weeks. Check back regularly!
LeBreton Flats Park
For the second consecutive year, people will be invited to LeBreton Flats Park to celebrate Canada Day. The park will be the site of the daytime ceremony starting at noon (ET) and the evening show starting at 8 p.m. (ET).
The Tim Hortons Canada Day fireworks will also be held near this site, starting at 10 p.m. (ET). This will light up the sky over Ottawa–Gatineau to close the celebrations. For the best views, head to LeBreton Flats Park or the surrounding streets, which will be closed to traffic.
Other locations in Canada’s Capital Region
Canada’s Capital Region will come alive during the July 1 celebrations. In downtown Ottawa and Gatineau, there will be a host of free public activities, and it will be possible to visit Parliament Hill.
Canadian Heritage is pleased to announce that the Northern Lights show will return to Parliament Hill from July 7 to September 4, 2023. People will be able to enjoy this unique, free multimedia show for the final year.
Across the country
Canadians are invited to gather and enjoy the Canada Day 2023 celebrations taking place from coast to coast to coast. They can participate in activities in their communities or watch the televised daytime ceremony and evening show.
Daytime ceremony at LeBreton Flats, Ottawa
The daytime ceremony will highlight important themes and anniversaries, as well as our country’s diversity.
Hosted by Rebecca Makonnen, the ceremony will open with a moment of Indigenous reflection. It will include a citizenship ceremony and will feature the following Canadian artists:
Live from LeBreton Flats Park
- Pierre Kwenders
- Delhi 2 Dublin
- Tyler Shaw
- Josiane
- Diyet
- Katia Rock
- Marie-Josée Dandeneau
The daytime ceremony will be available for viewing on CBC and Radio-Canada platforms starting at 11:45 a.m. (ET).
Evening show – Canada Day: A Playlist to Celebrate at LeBreton Flats Park
The evening show is the most popular July 1 event. Live from Canada’s capital, this two-hour concert will take you on a journey from Ottawa to Charlottetown by way of Calgary and Vancouver. It’s a chance to sing and dance along to Canadian classics and recent hits.
Hosted by Isabelle Racicot, the evening show will feature the following Canadian artists:
Live from LeBreton Flats Park
- Jann Arden
- Roxane Bruneau
- Aysanabee
- France D’Amour
- Preston Pablo
- Les Louanges
- Jojo Mason
- Dubmatique
- Dax
- Clerel
- Madison Violet
- Josh Q
- Josiane
Live from other locations in Canada
- Tegan and Sara
- Dear Rouge
- 6 Hearts
This event will be available for viewing on CBC and Radio-Canada platforms starting at 8 p.m. (local time), 9 p.m. (Atlantic time) and 9:30 p.m. (Newfoundland time).
Cast your vote – Canada Day: A Playlist to Celebrate
Canadians are invited to participate in the musical event of the year by choosing two songs to be performed by Canadian artists at the Canada Day evening show!
From now until June 6, everyone can vote for the English and French songs they want to hear on July 1.
| List of English songs:You’re Still The One, Shania TwainBasement Apartment, Sarah HarmerBig Yellow Taxi, Joni Mitchell | List of French songs: 1. Fous n’importe où, Daniel Bélanger2. Oublie-moi, Cœur de pirate3. On va s’aimer encore, Vincent Vallières |
Visit the Canada Day website to vote for the songs you want to hear!
The results will be announced on our social media channels in June.
SOURCE Canadian Heritage
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