Canada Day

Celebrate this Canada Day with this limited edition Pelham Canada Day shirt.

Join your neighbours and friends with this unique project that will further unite us on Canada Day.

Thank you for your orders. Tshirts will be available for pick up.

Proceeds from each purchase will support Pelham Cares.

Pending pandemic restrictions t-shirts will be available for pick up at the Meridian Community Centre.

Email notification on pick up times will be provided prior to June 23.

Pick up times will be arranged begining June 23 2021. For alternate arrangements please contact Leah Letford lletford@pelham.ca

Registration will open June 15 2021...

Registration is closed - the parade has passed.

This year a modified "Drive Thru Parade" will take place the morning of Canada Day - July 1st in Centennial Park in Fenwick.

The Drive Thru parade will follow all provincial and regional COVID-19 requirements for operation.

Parade passes will be available in 15min increments begining June 15. 

This year a modified "Drive Thru Parade" in Centennial Park will replace the traditional parade experience. Parade attendees will be required to have a Parade Pass for entry into the Parade route.

Parade passes are available in limited quantities based on event capacity. In this format, the traditional parade floats become a stationary display and spectators instead drive thru the route to view the displays from the safety of their vehicle. 

Parade Passes are Required for Entry. 

Parade attendees will be required to have a FREE Parade Pass for entry into the Parade route.

Parade passes are available in limited quantities based on event capacity.

Town of Pelham residents can register for a pass starting on June 15 2021. Open registration for begins June 25th 2021 for all other area.

Local businesses and community groups will have stationary displays instead of the traditional parade floats. The displays will be along the route that parade attendees will drive by. 

Applications are now open for businesses and community groups who would like to have a display along the route.

Register as a group or business to have a display along the Parade Route.

Please read the following Drive Thru Parade and COVID-19 information before completing your application:

What is a "Drive Thru Parade?" in this format, the floats become a stationary display and spectators instead drive thru the route to view the displays from the safety of their vehicle. 

• The Parade will run for 2.5 hours, in addition to the set-up and tear down time. This will take place in the morning of July 1.  Anticipatde wrap up of the event at 1pm pending Public Health requirements for load in and load out. Set up and tear down times for the morning parade will be provided pending regulations requirments.
• Spectators to the Parade, will drive thru Centennial Park past your groups display within route - all participants must remain in their designated area.
• All groups must adhere to Provincial and Regional regulations for COVID-19 when setting up, participating in and tearing down their displays
• Display areas will be on grass/park area in a designated space. The space will not exceed 30ft along the route. 
• Spectators to the Parade will require a parade pass, which will be issued in 15min increments to control the access and flow of traffic along the route.
• Additional information will be provided with the release of Stage 1 Re-opening Regulations.
• In the event of changing regulations the Canada Day Drive Thru Parade may choose at anytime to change the float requirements, and limitations up to and including cancellation of the event.  

The Canada Day Celebration kits will provide some additional Red & White fun to your at home celebrations! 

Your Celebration kit will contain a selection of Canada Day inspired items, including hand waving flags, playing cards and more! 

The Celebration kits are different than the decor kits offered in 2020. 

*For residents that require accomodation for pick-up options, please contact Leah Letford at 905-892-2607 x352

All kits have been requested.

It's a Moose Chase on GooseChase!

The Moose Chase challenge will be full of Canadian inspired missions as part of a virtual Scavenger hunt on GooseChase, released on July 1!

Your family will complete missions alongside the community virtually with your very own Pelham Moose! 

Your Moose Chase Challenge kit will contain directions on how to access the GooseChase game, along with some fun Canada Day Items and your own Pelham Canada Day Moose!

Register to be part of the fun and get your Moose! 

Registration opens June 15 to reserve your Moose and the Moose Chase Challenge Kit!

Missed the Moose kits, but still want to join in? Create your own paper drawing of a Moose and join the fun! 

The game will launch on June 30^th at 10:00am! Do as many or as few challenges as you like...everyone who completes at least one mission will be entered for a chance to WIN!

PLUS...additional prizes will be available for leaderboard standings! Watch for time sensitive missions for extra points...All missions will be released by 8:00pm on July 1st, and can be completed up until Monday July 5th at noon.

Have fun and enjoy the time while the community participates together, while safely apart.

Game Code: QE8MG4

Game Password: MooseontheLoose

1. Register & Join the Game

Register at the link above to receive your game code and password.  Download the GooseChase app. Login to the GooseChase app on your device and search for the name of the game and proceed to enter the game code and password to start the game.

TIP: You will need to register an account on GooseChase if you wish to exit and come back to the game, playing as a guest will not save your submissions. 

2. Complete Missions & Check Back for more!

To complete a mission, select it from the list and follow the instructions to receive the allotted points. Sometimes you’ll be submitting a photo or video, while other times, you will be solving a puzzle or riddle. Remember that while you receive the points right away, all submissions are subject to review by the organizer. Make sure to finish all the missions in the game even if you're behind on the leaderboard. Organizers still need to announce the final scores after they review the submissions!

TIP: Watch for missions that have bonus points... Plus, missions are released throughout the game!

3. Watch the Leaderboard & Track Opponents

The ability to see everything as it happens is one of the best parts of GooseChase. That’s because whenever someone completes a mission, it’s added to the activity feed, and the rankings are automatically updated.

Facts about the GooseChase

• GooseChase is an app that requires to be downloaded on an electronic device as participants are required to submit photos and videos to play the game and win.
• The Town of Pelham has created the missions.
• After all submissions have been reviewed winners will be announced and contacted via the game app.
• Participants must follow all current provincial and public health guidelines while participating in these missions. 

Zoom in and join a LIVE and interactive Canadian Inspired magic show with Niagara’s own Scoop McCoy.

Learn some magic of your own and receive the downloadable “magic kit” for you and your family to be part of the show!

Registration is FREE.

This show is geared to families with youth ages 4 and up. For those families who joined in the Easter Magic Show, Scoop will be changing up the Canadian inspired show with some new tricks!

Register to secure your space in this live Magic Show!

Registration has closed. 

Zoom in and join a LIVE High-energy and interactive, science themed workshop with Mad Science®.

Register below to be part of the workshop.

Registration is FREE.

This show involves experiments that the youth will be doing at home along with the Mad Scientist as part of the workshop.

Please collect the following equipment for each participant prior to the show:

• a plastic water bottle with the bottom cut off

• a clean sock or wash cloth

• an elastic band big enough to hold the sock/washcloth over the bottom of the bottle

• large bowl

• dish soap

• water

• towels for mess management!

Registration is now open for the Mad Science show.

Registration is now closed.

This year...YOU can be part of the SHOW!!

Calling all Pelham talent! Be part of this years "Virtual" Great Canadian Talent showcase...put on your best Canada Day outfit and share your talent. 

• Video your talent, and submit it to be released on Canada Day as part of the showcase.
• Videos submissions to be within 15 to 90 seconds in length.
• All submitted video talent is required to be "Family Friendly" content.
• Videos are required to be submitted prior to June 28th to be included in the virtual show.

 Have fun with it! All talents and all ages are encouraged to submit videos!

***Please ensure that your video is filmed in a horizontal orientation***

Thank you to everyone who submitted videos. 

Show off your artistry with the Colouring Contest! 

Create a unique Canada Day in Pelham Celebration image in your own Maple Leaf for a chance to win Pelham BUCKS! 

Click on the link HERE to download then print and create!

To Enter:

Contest closes July 2nd 2021 at 12:00 noon

To complete your entry, please have parent/guardian sign the bottom section of the colouring contest page and scan or photograph and send as an attachment to:

Attention: Canada Day Colouring Contest 

lletford@pelham.ca 

1. One entry per participant. Open to Town of Pelham residents ages 14 and under. 
2. Participants will adhere to all covid-19 regulations while completing their art.
3. All photo entries must be a clear image scanned or photographed.
4. All entrants understand and agree that their artwork submitted and first names, may be used in the promotion of this and future events.
5. Duplicate entries will not be permitted.
6. Late entries will not be accepted. Entries close July 2nd 2021 at 12:00 noon.
7. Winners will be randomly drawn from all completed entries. Draw will take place July 2nd at 2:00pm, in the Town of Pelham. Odds of winning depend on number of entries received. 
8. Winners will be notified by email.
9. Prize has no cash value and can not be substituted or transferred. 

On July 1st, take a drive and experience the Niagara Area Artist installations.

Installations will be in designated locations within Pelham.

• What it means to be Canadian

Proposals can include, but are not limited to: shadow structures; outdoor photo installations; murals; literary displays; temporary sculpture; outdoor textiles; fence art; storytelling installations; musical or theatre renditions that are available virtually etc.  

Eligibility:

Applicants must be from the Niagara Region. Priority will be given to artists who are Pelham residents. Applicants must be 18 years or older or have parent/guardian consent. Persons with disabilities, visible minorities and Indigenous Artists are encouraged to apply.

Original Work:
The artist must guarantee that the artwork is original and does not violate the copyright of any other person or entity.

Content Requirements:
Although explicit content is generally accepted in an art context, the public nature of this open call hinders some creative freedom in that respect. Content should be both suitable and relevant for presentation in a highly visible public space that is accessible to people of all ages and backgrounds. For this reason, the content guidelines have been established, which are; explicit use of alcohol, smoking, and illegal drugs, horror, offensive language, nudity, sexual activity and/or violence will not be considered appropriate. 

• Submitted applications will be reviewed and selected by the Pelham Art Advisory Committee.
• Applicants are welcome to submit more than one application.
• Applicants are required to submit maximum of 5 images that reflect the applicants portfolio, to jshishkov@pelham.ca by May 19, 2021
• Successful applicants will be provided a material and artist fee for their temporary installation
• Applications submitted after the deadline will not be accepted.

Schedule

• Application Deadline: Wednesday, May 19, 2021 by 12:00 p.m.
• Result Announcements: Monday, May 31, 2021 
• Installation period: June 30 – July 2, 2021

Application Temporary Outdoor Art Installation form

Terms and conditions

• The applicant remains the owner of the installation, and is required to install and remove on the highlighted days
• Due to the ongoing covid-19 pandemic, artists are required to install their art display on Wednesday June 30, and take their display down on Friday July 2. Should restrictions change to a stay at home order artists will be asked to submit a digital copy of their installation for a virtual hunt.
• The Town of Pelham is not responsible for any damages that may occur while the installation is installed or on display.
•  As part of the Canada Day celebrations, we welcome all levels of experience and mediums to submit an application

Registration fee applies.

Join Team Pelham HERE!

Team Password: riv68gah

Hey Kids...Be part of the Celebration!

Decorate your bike for a chance to WIN! 

Canada Day celebrations will continue this year with unique elements to showcase our Canadian Pride! So dust off the decorations, find all the red and white you have to decorate your bike and be part of the celebration! 

Thank you to our Bike decorating prize sponsor Lance Wiebe - Desjardins Financial Securities. 

To Enter: Contest closes July 2nd 2021 at 12:00 noon

To complete your entry, please have a parent/guardian email a photograph of the decorated bike (and youth in the photo too if possible) as an attachment to:

Attention: Canada Day Bike Decorating Contest 

lletford@pelham.ca 

Please include the following:

I am the parent/guardian of the [Insert Youth name(s) here], and agree that they are residents of the Town of Pelham. I understand and agree that first names of the youth and submitted photos may be used in the promotion of this and future events.

Parent/Guardian full name and contact phone number.

Contest Terms and Conditions:

1. One entry per participant. Open to Town of Pelham residents ages 14 and under. 
2. Participants will adhere to all covid-19 regulations while decorating their bikd.
3. All photo entries must be a clear image and show the decorated bike. Youth are encouraged to be in the photo!
4. All entrants understand and agree that their submissions and first names, may be used in the promotion of this and future events.
5. Duplicate entries will not be permitted.
6. Late entries will not be accepted. Entries close July 2nd at 12:00 noon
7. Winners will be randomly drawn from all completed entries. Draw will take place July 2nd at 3:00pm, in the Town of Pelham. Odds of winning depend on number of entries received. 
8. Winners will be notified by email.
9. Prize has no cash value and can not be substituted or transferred. 

Thank you to our Bike decorating prize sponsor Lance Wiebe - Desjardins Financial Securities. 

Be part of the Celebration! Decorate your home.

Canada Day celebrations will continue this year with unique elements to showcase our Canadian Pride! So dust off the decorations, find all the red and white you have to create a Canada Day display and help our community celebrate!

Register your Home Here!

Thank you to our Home decorating prize sponsor Lance Wiebe - Desjardins Financial Securities. 

Operating on Canada Day from 4 - Dusk in the municipal building parking lot at 20 Pelham Town Square, the market offers a variety of vendors sure to satisfy all your cravings!

The Market features Pelham's best produce, the food is fresh, high in quality and the next best thing to harvesting it yourself. Come out and speak with the people who've grown the food you'll eat,and pick up all you need for a Canada Day BBQ!

General Rules:
- We respectfully ask you to keep your pets at home and not bring them to the Market
- With a small market footprint Bikes are not permitted through the Market area 

For more information on the seasonal market, visit www.pelham.ca/farmers-market

Hey Kids...Register online and join in the fun with weekly market inspired adventures! Learn, explore, grow!

Junior Growers on GooseChase runs: Thurs April 29 at 12PM to Thurs October 7 at 12PM 

Download the App with the links below:

Using GooseChase is as Easy as 1...2...3!

1. Register & Join the Game

Register at the link above to receive your game code and password.  Download the GooseChase app. Login to the GooseChase app on your device and search for the name of the game and proceed to enter the game code and password to start the game.

TIP: You will need to register an account on GooseChase if you wish to exit and come back to the game, playing as a guest will not save your submissions. 

2. Complete Missions & Check Back for more!

To complete a mission, select it from the list and follow the instructions to receive the allotted points. Sometimes you’ll be submitting a photo or video, while other times, you will be solving a puzzle or riddle. Remember that while you receive the points right away, all submissions are subject to review by the organizer. Make sure to finish all the missions in the game even if you're behind on the leaderboard. Organizers still need to announce the final scores after they review the submissions!

TIP: Watch for missions that have bonus points... Plus, missions are released throughout the game!

3. Watch the Leaderboard & Track Opponents

The ability to see everything as it happens is one of the best parts of GooseChase. That’s because whenever someone completes a mission, it’s added to the activity feed, and the rankings are automatically updated.

Facts about the GooseChase

• GooseChase is an app that requires to be downloaded on an electronic device as participants are required to submit photos and videos to play the game and win.
• The Town of Pelham has created the missions on behalf of the Pelham Farmers Market Executive.
• After all submissions have been reviewed winners will be announced and contacted via the game app.
• Participants must follow all current provincial and public health guidelines while participating in these missions. 

In 2020, Canada Day celebrations in Pelham took a virtual approach to align with Provincial regulations regarding the ongoing pandemic. See below for all the virtual fun!

On July 1 2020, we united virtually and shared our national pride!

Oh Canada! On July 1, let’s unite virtually from coast to coast to coast and share our national pride. Let’s celebrate Canada Day 2020 together! Join us on social media. We’ll keep you posted on the virtual activities and shows, artistic performances and more. Wherever you are, connect with your family and friends, and start planning your virtual Canada Day! Like and share using the #CanadaDay hashtag.

Oh Canada! Le 1 juillet, unissons-nous virtuellement d’un océan à l’autre et partageons notre fierté nationale. Célébrons ensemble la fête du Canada 2020! Suivez-nous dans les médias sociaux. Nous vous tiendrons au courant des activités et spectacles virtuels, des performances artistiques et plus encore. Où que vous soyez, invitez votre famille et vos amis à planifier votre fête du Canada virtuelle.  

July 1st  2020 Virtual Canada Day Schedule - Watch on the Town of Pelham Facebook Page. 

Check back to watch from the links below if you do not have Facebook.

Canada Day Niagara Way! July 1st 2020 11AM

Communities from across the Niagara Region are coming together for a Canada Day first - Canada Day, the Niagara Way! Join the 12 municipalities of Niagara, the Niagara Parks Commission and the Niagara Region for online activities and festivities for Canada Day. Celebrate with performances by Tim Hicks, Avenue Inn, Great Lake Swimmers, Spencer Burton, Juliet Dunn and Peter Shea, and Rick McLean!

Pelham Celebrates with Science...Mad Science!

Our very own Pelham scientist "Lava" is creating some too cool to see in person science experiments! There are also ideas for you to try some experiments at home.

Pelham Performances! July 1st 2020

Watch for our own Pelham performers through the Town of Pelham's Facebook! If you don't have Facebook, check back here for links to watch instead!   Morning Yoga with Isabelle, one of the Yoga instructors from the Meridian Community Centre is sure to get you up and warmed up for a full day of Canada Day fun. Pictured below, photo credit to LeeAnne Beam, Isabelle has her own yoga business - Joy Sole Vitality. Isabelle's morning yoga is designed for all ages and abilities. Join in with the Facebook stream, or watch here at anytime!   Patti Brown, one of the Zumba instructors who usually teaches at the Meridian Community Centre is joined by her Zumba crew! This Zumba class is is geared for all ages, join in or just sit back and enjoy the fun! The energy from this crew is fantastic! Watch Here - Zumba begins at the 20min mark!   Watch musical performances by Copper & Iron and By Design!

Decor Kits have all been requested- Pelham will be showing off Canadian Pride in 2020!

Thank you! We had an overwhelming response to the decor packages and it was wonderful to see all of the decorated homes on Canada Day!

Youth Bike Decorating Contest 2020- ages 12 and under

Congratulations to our four winners of the Bike Decorating contest! Thank you to all participants.

St. Johns Ambulance Virtual 5k 2020 - Join the PelhamUNITES team!

CELEBRATE CANADA DAY, Lace up your shoes and support St. Johns Ambulance  St. John Ambulance is hosting a Virtual 5K for 2020 so that we can continue to enable Canadians to put their health and safety first, while generating much needed support for our community programs. Run or walk with us from anywhere between June 27th and July 1st with our RUN for SJA Canada Day 5K Virtual Race! Register by June 19 to receive a T-shirt, all entrants receive a race bib, and medal! Fee applies. There is also a FREE - 1K Kids Fun Run! Join the PelhamUNITES team and help support the essential services of St. John Ambulance Community Services.  Register here - Use password: var46yav