Canada Day
On Canada Day, we celebrate our freedoms, rights and responsibilities as Canadian citizens. We remember the shared history, symbols and values that define us as Canadians. All of these things give us our identity.
How to celebrate Canada Day
Join the celebration
Watch a special Canada Day citizenship ceremony
Watch the livestreamed in-person and virtual ceremony on Friday, July 1 at 2 p.m. Eastern time!
The ceremony includes special appearances by
- The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship
- Judge Joan Mahoney
- Judge Rania Sfeir
- Elder Geri Musqua-LeBlanc
- Daniel Bernhard, Chief Executive Officer of the Institute for Canadian Citizenship and host of the ceremony
- The Halifax Multicultural Drummers (The Malaria Warriors)
- Halifax Gay Men’s Chorus
- Andy Fillmore, Member of Parliament for Halifax
Video: Welcome home to Canada – Celebrate being Canadian
Share the celebration!
Use the hashtags #MyCitizenship and #ImmigrationMatters to share your story and your Canadian pride.
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Make a difference
Canada is recognized around the world for assisting those who need help. Find out how you can make a difference in the life of a refugee or newcomer!
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Sponsor a refugee
Canada has a long history of welcoming refugees. Be part of this history and make a difference in a refugee’s life!
Welcome and help newcomers
Canada Connects is an initiative to help newcomers settle by matching them with Canadian citizens or longtime community members.
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