Parks Canada Celebrations in Vancouver on Parks Day 2011
K’Naan
You're invited to Parks Canada's coast-to-coast birthday party in Montreal, Toronto and Vancouver on July 16, 2011! Take part in this a rare meeting between artists, culture and nature, as we celebrate 100 years of the world's first national parks service on Parks Day.
Mark your calendars!
What: Parks Day 2011, Vancouver
When: Saturday, July 16, 2011
12 noon - 8:30 pm (Concert begins at 4 pm)
Where: Brockton Point in Stanley Park (Near the totem poles)
Paint the town green this summer and experience Canada's parks with Parks Canada and friends BC Parks, as both celebrate their 100 birthday this year. Bring the entire family down to one of Vancouver's most beloved places, Stanley Park, and join in the celebrations:
- Take in a free outdoor concert with international sensation K'Naan, whose hit Wavin' Flag worked up crowds at the 2010 Winter Games and 2010 FIFA World Cup.
The Sheepdogs
- Don't miss Saskatoon's The Sheepdogs, with their a jaw-dropping mix of old school rock, psychedelic sounds and heart-shaking boogie and Virgin Radio's "Best of British Columbia" artist, 17-year-old singer/songwriter, Kate Morgan.
- Meet Olympic Gold medalist - Maelle Ricker.
- Plan your unique Parks Canada Experience at the Welcome Centre.
- Learn to camp, hike, surf, climb, fish, geocache and more.
- Talk to historic characters and park rangers.
- Take a souvenir snapshot in one of our amazing places.
Kate Morgan
- Play with Parka the Beaver and Jerry the Moose.
- Watch your kids go wild in the Kids Zone.
- Sing & dance with Beaver Tales Theatre.
- Enjoy local food vendors or bring your picnic.
- Enjoy a slice of centennial cake!
Thank you to our Proud Partners of the Centennial:
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