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Huge turnout at Courtenay Canada Day Parade this morning

Many community members came out to celebrate Canada Day today.

Like many places in Canada, Courtenay saw several events take place throughout the day in celebration of Canada’s 158th Birthday.

The festivities began with the Comox Valley Concert band performing in front of the Sid Williams Theatre in the morning, followed by the Road Runners taking part in the 5th Street Mile fun run.

The parade, which began at 10:00 a.m. today, saw a huge turnout involving many families and individuals, with several waving Canadian flags.

(Photos taken by Hussam El-Ghussein, Vista Radio Staff)

 

While the exact number of attendees is unknown currently, the parade drew in a big crowd as it went down 5th Street from the Appletree Market to Lewis Park.

The parade resulted in several road closures throughout the day and detours for those using the bus.

After the parade, The city held several events in Lewis Park between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

Those included a kids zone, performances from musicians Nathan Senner and The Big Easy Funk Ensemble, a welcoming ceremony, a birthday cake, and a kids draw.

 

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