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About the Association

About us

A volunteer-run, family-oriented celebration of Canada Day, built by neighbours, for the whole community.

A hometown celebration of Canada Day.

The Sackville Community Days Association spearheads the celebration each year, relying on funding from Celebrate Canada, HRM Festivals and Events, and donations from local businesses and individuals.

A volunteer committee begins work in early January to produce a festival the whole community can be proud of, and new volunteers and fresh ideas are always welcome.

Canada Day Parade 2026, Sackville Drive
Sackville Community Days
Traditions

The traditions that anchor the weekend

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The Parade

Floats, bands, and community groups down Sackville Drive.

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Teddy Bear Picnic

Games, snacks, and family fun in the park.

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Free Concert

An evening of live music at Kinsmen Park.

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Fireworks

A finale reflecting over First Lake.

How it works

An association and a committee

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Stewards of the celebration

The Sackville Community Days Association secures funding and partnerships and carries the event forward year to year.

The Committee

Neighbours who make it happen

Elected representatives, service organizations, club members, and dedicated neighbours plan and run the weekend.

Our people

Board of Directors

Dan Budgell

President

Dominique Chantal

Secretary

Elizabeth Booth

Treasurer

Lester Strong

Director Parade

Rachael Mosher

Director Teddy Bear Picnic

Kathryn Planetta

Director Volunteer

Maurice Aucoin

Director Entertainment
By the numbers

By the numbers

50,000+
Attendees / weekend
2
Days of family fun
100%
Volunteer-run
Free
Concert & fireworks

New volunteers and fresh ideas are always welcome.

Whether you can give an hour or the whole weekend, there is a place for you on the team.