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thesudburystar.com > news > sudburys-santa-claus-parade-expected-to-draw-30000-spectators

Sudbury's Santa Claus parade expected to draw 30,000 spectators

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (245+ words) Annual event returns to downtown Sudbury on Nov. 21 The 66th Sudbury Santa Claus Parade returns to downtown Sudbury on Saturday, Nov. 21, with fireworks at 5:15 p.m. and step-off at 5:30 p.m. This year’s theme is “A Very Merry Sudbury Christmas.” Float registration is open now…...


ottawacitizen.com > news > happy-200th-birthday-ottawa-now-wheres-the-party

Happy 200th birthday Ottawa. Now where's the party?

2+ week, 4+ day ago   (285+ words) As the capital celebrates its bicentennial with dozens of events spanning 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., I'm roaming the city looking for the best party. Ottawa City Hall’s sidewalks have never been more colourful. Children of various ages were crouched and kneeling with remarkably…...


ottawacitizen.com > news > caf-advises-residents-not-to-be-alarmed-by-loud-cannon-fire-in-downtown-ottawa-this-weekend

Expect loud cannon fire this weekend for Bytown celebrations

2+ week, 6+ day ago   (362+ words) The blank artillery fire will take place as part of an event celebrating the 200th anniversary of Bytown The Canadian Armed Forces is advising residents not to be alarmed if they hear loud cannon fire on Saturday in downtown Ottawa. As…...