The Opening Celebration will begin with a parade of dignitaries, color parties, RCMP red serge and pipes and drum band, in true formal fashion. Honourable Judith Guicon, Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia will speak during the program al0ng with Elizabeth May will be in attendance and address the community. Mayor Cross will announce this year’s Community Builder Award recipient and Citizenship Judge, Gerald W. Pash, will conduct the citizenship reaffirmation ceremony which provides an opportunity for all Canadians to pledge their allegiance to Canada.
The ceremony starts at 7:00 pm at Beacon Park Pavillion.