Canada Day is an opportunity to gather in our communities, from coast to coast to coast, and to proudly celebrate all we have in common. It is an opportunity to celebrate our achievements, which were born in the audacious vision and shared values of our ancestors, and which are voiced in nearly all of the languages of the world through the contribution of new Canadians.
Canada Day is a time to celebrate the heritage passed down to us through the works of our authors, poets, artists and performers. It is a time to rejoice in the discoveries of our scientific researchers, in the success of our entrepreneurs, and to commemorate our history — a history in which each new chapter reveals itself to be more touching, more fascinating than the last.
As we look ahead, we have every reason to face the future with confidence and enthusiasm.
Let's celebrate Canada!
Canada Day
Parliament Hill:Canada Day is celebrated in grand style in the nation's capital. Every year, tens of thousands of people flock to Parliament Hill to take part in the noon show with the Prime Minister, the Governor General and the Minister of Canadian Heritage.
This year, Canada will be celebrating its 140th birthday. Join us for this exciting street party!
Canadian artists from across the country will participate in this year's noon show; they include rising stars Eva Avila, Nikki Yanofsky and Delhi 2 Dublin, Juno Award winner Tomi Swick, multi-talented Gregory Charles, the well known contemporary throat singer, Tanya Tagaq, and the harmony-driven pop music group, Shaye, along with three time Canadian Country music award winner Corb Lund and the spectacular young circus artists from the National Circus School.
As in previous years, the Provincial and Territorial finalists of the Canada Day Poster Challenge will also join the party.
The Canada Day Noon Show will be broadcast live across the country on CBC / Radio-Canada television, NewsWorld and le Réseau de l'information (RDI). For a second year, viewers from around the world will be able to tune in to the noon show by accessing the Webcast that will be available on Canadian Heritage’s Web site, as well as on the sites of the National Capital Commission and CBC/Radio-Canada.The Noon Show will also be broadcast on TV5 the week of July 2.
For More on Canada day history,activities and other information . You can check out these websites
http://www.pch.gc.ca/special/canada/11/canada_e.cfmhttp://www.canadianheritage.gc.ca/special/canada/index_e.cfmhttp://www.kidsdomain.com/holiday/canada/
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Father's Day for Christian fathers is a special time. Not only are they celebrating the fact that they are blessed to be fathers, but also are giving thanks for having their Father, the Lord. Getting a gift for Father’s Day for Christian fathers is as simple as going to your local religious store, located in many malls and churches. Some great gifts you can share on Father’s Day for Christian fathers are:
The poem “Footprints” by Mary Stevenson (or Anonymous) – This is a very well-known religious poem that has been placed on items of every shape and size. From throw rugs to framed art, to plaques and picture frames, to bookends and pillows, “Footprints” is a story that can be appreciated by Christian fathers everywhere. Make the item really special by making it yourself. - The poem “Footprints” can be found in many books and online. Create a border collage of pictures around the text and add a nice frame. - Make a plaster footprint and write the poem around it. - If you do cross-stitching, rubber stamping or calligraphy, why not make “Footprints” into your own unique piece of artwork.
Bibles of every kind – This is a gift that will keep on giving, as Christian dads can find comfort within the pages of this uplifting book. For Father’s Day, you can find a bible with a leather cover, or personalize it with a special message created just for dad.
Crucifix Statues and Jewelry – These pieces of artwork will be appreciated everyday, around the house or at the office. Jewelry can be found in platinum, gold or silver, while statues can be found in bronze, gold, silver, glass and porcelain.
Religious T-Shirts – For everyday wear, these gifts are great for those fathers who like to announce to the world their love of God. With cross designs, religious figure designs and bible quotes, religious t-shirts are great on Father’s Day for Christian fathers.
The kinds of Father’s Day gifts you can give to Christian men are limited only by your imagination. If the gift comes from the heart, it will be cherished and appreciated for years.
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From wiping your tears, showering you with dolls 'n chocolates to being your all-time friend... he has always been your favorite ! With special thoughts 'n warm hugs make Father's Day a memorable one for your personal hero... your dad. Make him feel on top of this world with our beautiful Father's Day ecards.
Here are a few activities For Dads and daughters on Fathers day I found
hereTalk to your daughter about the Earth and about its natural resources. Together, see if you can describe your version of the perfect Earth or write down your wishes for the future of our planet.
Plant a small garden in a plot of land or a window box together. If you plant herbs, you can watch them grow. Then, when the herbs are fully grown, you can pick them and use them in a meal you cook together.
Make messages of kindness together. Write down messages or kind thoughts about different members of your family and hide them around the house for members of your family to find. You will be teaching your daughter the impact that unsolicited kind words and thoughts can have.
Help your daughter read and understand newspaper headlines. Ask her to pick a news story that is interesting to her. Talk to her about the article she chose. It could be a great opportunity to open her eyes to world affairs.
Go on an adventure walk or hike with your daughter. Count how many animals or insects you see. Look for spider webs, bird nests, or anthills. See if you or your daughter can name the plants you see during your walk.
Create a collage of memories of your family. Gather old photos or birthday cards and other memorable items and paste them together on poster board. Ask your daughter if she remembers all of the events. Talk about your favorite times together.
Read a story aloud to each other. Change your voice to match each character in the story.
With your daughter’s guidance, you can learn that you are not too old for sidewalk chalk. Go outside and decorate your driveway or walkway. With sidewalk chalk, the sky is the limit. You can write a little story or draw a beautiful picture. You can also play games like tic-tac-toe or hangman. Your daughter might like your willingness to act like a kid again!
Take your daughter with you to work. Show her what you do from day to day. Introduce her to all of your friends and coworkers. Give her a job to do, like organizing one of your desk drawers or your desk area. Maybe she could alphabetize your list of clients or other work contacts. At the end of the day, ask her what she thought about her day at work. See how different her perspective of work is than yours.
Arrange a community sports event together. Whether your daughter’s favorite sport is basketball, teeball, kickball, or swimming, invite others (kids and grownups) from your neighborhood to join in the fun. Make sure to mix the teams up so that there are kids and grownups on each team!
Stargaze with your daughter. Look for the North Star, the Big Dipper, and the Little Dipper. Tell your daughter about space travel. Imagine what it would be like to walk on the moon.
Listen to your daughter’s favorite music with her. Ask her why she likes the bands and artists she likes. Learn the words to the songs that she listens to and ask her what they mean to her. Talk about the music you listened to when you were her age. What was popular then compared to what is popular now?
Pretend that you have gone back in time. For one day, avoid using most of today’s modern conveniences. See if you can get around without driving the car by biking or walking everywhere you go. Try not to turn on the TV or the radio. Try cooking without using a microwave. See if you can eat dinner by candlelight. Maybe you can even make your own loaf of bread instead of buying one from the supermarket. When the day is over, reflect on the day and talk about how much we rely on modern technology. Talk about how many of these appliances you had when you were growing up.
Take your daughter with you to get the oil changed or ask her to help you out when you do it. Talk about the importance of car safety and maintenance. This might not sound like a fun thing to your daughter, but showing her this when she is young and reinforcing it through the years increases the chances that she will practice car safety and be more aware of car maintenance.
Take a trip to your hometown. Show her the house you grew up in. Tell her what it was like in the neighborhood, and describe a typical day in the life of a 10-year-old you. Ask her if she sees any similarities in what you did when you were her age.
Volunteer for an event together. Do a stream cleanup or tree planting project together. Check your local or community newspaper for listings of volunteer activities. This will teach your daughter the rewards of volunteering and the importance of community.
Help your daughter start a lemonade stand or a bake sale. Start from scratch— have her apply for a loan from you, buy the supplies, determine prices and a good location for her business, design the poster board to advertise her business, and create business cards. When the day is over and the “shop” is closed, after she has paid you back for the loan, see if she has made a profit. This can be an excellent (and penalty-free) exercise in money management and business.
Visit your local library together. Pick out books on topics that you and she are not quite sure you are interested in and explore them. The best thing about libraries is that the books and the knowledge are free! If she didn’t like the book or the topic, just return it! No questions asked. This is a great way to explore ideas and learn about topics without spending a ton of money.
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