Peterborough cancels Canada Day parade

Mayor Diane Therrien suggests celebrating at home and decorating porches and balconies

A float in the Canada Day parade in Peterborough in 2010. (Photo: Peterborough Canada Day Parade / Facebook)
A float in the Canada Day parade in Peterborough in 2010. (Photo: Peterborough Canada Day Parade / Facebook)

The City of Peterborough has cancelled the 2020 Canada Day Parade on Wednesday, July 1st to help prevent the spread of illness during the COVID-19 pandemic.

“The health and well-being of residents is our priority,” says Peterborough mayor Diane Therrien. “During these difficult times, let’s celebrate Canada Day apart — but together.”

Therrien suggests Peterborough residents celebrate Canada Day with their household, and by decorating front porches or balconies as a way to celebrate with neighbours.

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For an up-to-date listing on municipal services in Peterborough affected by the COVID-19 emergency, visit peterborough.ca/COVID19.