Canada turns 158 on July 1, and with that comes a list of celebrations.
The province is allowing residents to fish for free in Ontario from June 28 to July 6. This is the fourth and final time Ontarians can fish for free this year. If you do plan to fish during this time, all catch and size limits and other fishing regulations remain in place.
All across Chatham-Kent, residents will be able to set off their own fireworks in celebration. Consumer fireworks can be set off three days before, on, and three days after July 1 until 11 p.m. and must be set off on private property, not municipal property.
Blenheim
Blenheim's annual Canada Day celebration will take place at the Glad Tidings Community Church on Tuesday.
The family-friendly festivities are free and begin at 6 p.m. There will be outdoor music, dance performances, and various vendors with food for purchase. Canada Day birthday cake will be served at 8:30 p.m., followed by fireworks.
Chatham
The Tart and Soul Butter Tart Festival launches on Saturday, June 28, at the Sons of Kent Brewery.
On Sunday, June 29, the Fortress Tavern X plans to celebrate Canada Day early with a tribute concert to the Tragically Hip. The show begins at 4 p.m.
Charlotte's Freedom Farm plans to host its first-ever Canada Day party on July 1. Tours of the farm, visits with the animals, games, and treats are all on offer from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
There will also be a pig roast on Canada Day at the Chatham Legion Branch 642.
There will be music by Allan James from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., with the dinner beginning at 3 p.m. The event will also include dancing and a 50/50 draw.
Dresden
The Dresden Rotary Club's free summer concerts continue on Thursday, June 26, with a Spirit of the Sixties show starting at 7 p.m.
Erieau
Pints and Poses is happening at the Bayside Brewing Company at 11 a.m. on Sunday. The event promises outdoor yoga with a view and a brew.
Leamington
There will be a free Canada Day concert and fireworks show at the Amphitheatre in Seacliff Park on Tuesday. The concert kicks off at 7:30 p.m. with the Jen Knight Trio. Bob Seager tribute band, Forever Seager, will hit the stage at 8:30 p.m., and the night will finish with a fireworks show over Lake Erie.
Merlin
On Sunday, the Merlin Legion will hold its 17th annual Community Family Fun Day.
The event starts at 4 p.m. and ends at 10 p.m. with fireworks. There will be music, food, drinks, games, activities, and even a petting zoo to enjoy throughout the day.
Tilbury
The Tilbury branch of the Royal Canadian Legion will be hosting a pre-fireworks party on Thursday.
The event is going on from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., and offers food and drinks. According to the legion, people attending the BBQ can leave their vehicles in the parking lot during the fireworks show at Tilbury Memorial Park.
Wallaceburg
Wallaceburg's Art in the Park event goes from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Crother's Park. Admission for a day full of creativity and inspiration is free.
The Wallaceburg and District Museum will hold a celebration on Canada Day. The museum promises something for everyone with children's activities, live entertainment, a BBQ, vendors, and even a historical reenactment. The event goes from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Wheatley
Wheatley Fish Fest begins on Friday and lasts through Sunday at the Two Creeks Conservation Area. There will be events every day, including a concert celebrating the Tragically Hip on Friday, the Firefighter Water Barrel Competition at the Wheatley Harbour on Saturday, and a car show on Sunday.