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2026 CANNINGTON CANADA DAY FESTIVAL
CLASSIC AND CUSTOM CAR & TRUCK SHOW
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21st Annual Event
AGENDA OF FUN
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We wish to remind everyone that The Cannington Lions' Canada Day Festival is a fun family event. It is a day for us all to gather in a spirit of community, friendship, and fun to celebrate the birthday of the greatest country on earth. The Cannington Lions Club designates this event as a "political free zone". We ask everyone to leave partisan politics and political centered protest at home and join us in friendship and community spirit. We also respectfully ask that anyone wishing to campaign or conduct similar political activities do so outside of MacLeod Park during the day.
Thank you.
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LUMBERJACK SHOWS
New this year we will feature two lumberjack shows.
The Phoenix Loggersports team from Fleming College will be hosting two shows.
An interactive show at 11:45 and a competition show at 1:15.
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COLOURING CONTEST!
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LIVE MUSIC
Enjoy local bands on the stage in MacLeod Park.
Feel free to bring your lawn chairs to enjoy the day.
The Reach Around Band:
It's a high-energy party rock band ripping through the biggest rock and alternative anthems of the '90s and 2000s. It's loud, nostalgic, and guaranteed to keep the dance floor packed!
Neon Jukebox:
A country cover band with a blend of twanging guitars, honkey tonk rhythms and good ol' fashioned fun. The Neon Jukebox delivers a captivating performance that spans decades of country hits from two steppin' classic anthems to modern day chart-toppers!
Brought to you by our Stage Sponsor: Brock-Simcoe Accounting
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YOUTH PARADE!
Our Youth Parade is Back!
Take part in a traditional event to start the event
Details and registration info coming
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A Day of Fun and Activities
All activities, games, and fun are FREE thanks in part to our 2026 Activities Sponsor Brock-Simcoe Accounting
A new assortment of inflatables and activities will be in MacLeod Park to give everyone something to enjoy.
Inflatables and activities will be running from approximately 11am until 5pm.
Activities Include:
- Numerous inflatables for all ages
- Activities and games for all ages
- Haunted Attraction Mini Escape Room
- Firefighter youth activities
- Lumberjack Shows
- Zoo To You activities
- Magician exhibitions
- Face painting (donations welcomed)
- Cannington Historical Society Museum
- Homemade Canada Day Cake
- Non Profit displays and information booths
And More!
Mini Escape Room
Get a taste of the Cannington Haunted Trail by visiting the mini escape room and have a scary good time.
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The Brelmar Veterinary Clinic Car & Truck Show
Weather permitting we're expected well over 100 classic and custom cars & trucks to converge on Cannington for July 1st.
The public is welcomed to come down and check it out at no charge!
The public is also welcomed to vote for the People's Choice Award for their favourite car or truck.
Find details on registration and other information on the car show webpage
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IMPROVED HOT WING CONTEST
So you think you like the hottest wings out there?
Click on Hot Wing Contest tab for information and registration.
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YOUTH CRAZY HAIR CONTEST!
COME SHOW US YOUR CRAZY HAIR!
Open to youth ages 4 to 12
Best applause will win in each of the boys and girls categories.
Pre-registration preferred. Click on the Crazy Hair Contest tab on this page.
Event sponsored by and prizes supplied by:
ALL ABOUT HAIR
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BEST FIREWORKS IN THE AREA!
Fireworks Display will commence at dusk or about 10pm.
The display will be set to music provided by Xtreme Sounds DJ Service of Cannington.
Come down and enjoy the show. A limited BBQ and concession area will be operating until 9:45.
Parking available in the Rick MacLeish Memorial Community Centre parking lot.
Donations always welcomed.
Significant funding for the fireworks display provided by our Fireworks Sponsor:
A big Thank You to our sponsor for their continued financial assistance!
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Lions Grill & Snack Bar
There will be lots to eat and drink at the 2026 Canada Day Festival
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Lions Beer Tent & Garden
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CANADA DAY 50/50 DRAW
The Canada Day 50/50 draw is back!
Up to $5,000.00 to be won!
Tickets are on sale now! You can get one from any member of The Cannington Lions Club or they're available at Brock-Simcoe Accounting in Cannington.
Tickets are only $5.00 and there are only 2,000 printed.
Tickets will be on sale while supplies last right up to the draw on Canada Day. Tickets will be available at the Main Table, Beer Tent, and Car Show Registration Desk at the event.
Draw takes place at the stage on Canada Day at 8pm.
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Special Financial Assistance By:
Government of Canada - Celebrate Canada program
SPONSORS ARE KEY
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Full Disclosure
Our club and organizing committee believes in full disclosure to the public and our sponsors. Following this year's event our sponsors will receive a full accounting of the events financial results.
The Cannington Lions Canada Day Festival & Car Show is not a fundraiser for our club. The event is put on by our club as Community Service to celebrate our nation's birthday and bring the people of Cannington and surrounding areas together in celebration. Any surpluses from a given year's event will either roll froward to a future Canada Day or be used to cover deficits from prior events.
An event like this is not an easy thing to put on let alone fund. The following is the budget of costs for this year's event:
Our Canada Day festival and car show has an operating budget for 2026 of $45,658 (excluding food and beverage costs). It's only with the valued support of sponsors can our costs be covered to make this a free event for all attendees.
Brelmar Veterinary Clinic Car & Truck Show
REGISTRATION AND INFORMATION
IMPORTANT:
The Cannington Lions Club Canada Day Festival and Car Show is a family event. It is put on each year by The Cannington Lions Club and the event is a "political free zone". No political or protest signs, flags, banners, pamphlets, or other materials will be welcomed at the event.
The classic and custom car & truck show returns again to MacLeod Park again this year as part of the 2026 Cannington Lions Club Canada Day Festival.
Thanks to our named sponsor Brelmar Veterinary Clinic for the support in making our event possible.
Attendance by the public is again free to this year's show.
Those bringing their car or truck down are welcomed and weather permitting we expect upwards of 150 vehicles!
Registration in the park opens at 7am and continues to noon.
Those wishing to participate in this year's show may download and complete the registration paperwork and then bring it with you on the day of the event. The registration fee is payable on the day of the event.
Registration cost remains unchanged at $10 and includes complimentary coupon for The Cannington Lions Club's BBQ and Concession area.
Complete your registration form below (coming soon)
Registration Form
The Cannington Lions Club welcomes everyone to attend this year's event.
The first 150 car show entrants will receive a free dash plaque.
Award presentations will commence at about 1:30 pm and everyone is welcomed
The Cannington Lions Club would like to thank the many sponsors of the car show. Our valued sponsors help make the event free for the public to attend and help provide the many prizes awarded.
Ballots for your favourite car or truck will be located throughout the park. However, please vote early since the awards are presented at about 1:30 and tabulation will be ongoing.
All vehicles welcomed but only vehicles of 1990 model years or earlier will be eligible for prizes and trophies.
More information by contacting Lion Mike Samis: 647-225-1176
or
email us at canadaday@canningtonlionsclub.ca
Keep up to date by checking out our Facebook page
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AND WANTED
The Cannington Lions Club can't hold this event without the help of our community volunteers.
If you are able to lend us some of your valuable time we would appreciate it.
You will get:
- Complimentary lunch
- Souvenir Canada Day shirt
- Community Hours (for students)
- Training for tasks
Different jobs are available for different shifts. Below is a summary of what we're looking for:
June 30 (setup day)
- Generally setup runs from about 10am to 7pm
- Table and chair setup
- Decorating park
- Tent setup
- Signage setup
- Supply transport
- BBQ and concession arrangement
July 1 (event)
- Shifts are All Day, 10am to 2pm, or 2pm to 6pm.
- If you are available for other times that is welcomed as well
- BBQ and concession serving
- BBQ and concession "runners"
- Maintenance and supply assistance
- Main table guest assistance
- Beer tent assistance (must be legal age)
July 2 (cleanup)
- Generally starts at about 9am
- Table and chair stacking
- Park cleanup
- Supplies packaged and stored
- Signage removal
- Tent removal
Click on the above file link
Complete the form and submit to The Cannington Lions Club.
email : canadaday@canningtonlionsclub.ca
fax: 705-432-8450
mail: 24 Laidlaw Street South, Cannington L0E 1E0
drop off: Brock-Simcoe Accounting 102 Peace Street Cannington
Non Profit Groups are a big part of Canada Day. We welcome them to come down and promote their organization and cause.
Any groups wishing to take part needs to complete the Attending Non Profit Organization Information form. Please complete and return to our Canada Day Committee no later than June 20.
Click on the fillable form below
Form is available below and can be returned:
- Fax 705-432-8450
- email: canadaday@canningtonlionsclub.ca
- drop off: 102 Peace Street Cannington
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NOMINATIONS OPEN
JOIN US AT ON JULY 1 FOR THE PRESENTATION!
CITIZEN OF THE YEAR
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Terms and Conditions:
· Nominee must be a citizen of the Cannington area or have been a citizen of the Cannington area during the past.
· Nominee should be someone who has contributed to the betterment of the Cannington area community
· Nominator MUST provide full reasoning for nomination
· Nominator must be available for contact and verification purposes
· Canada Day Committee will have final determination on winning nomination
· Multiple nominations for one individual will not affect the vote by The Canada Day Committee as name will only be presented to committee once. Each name submitted to committee will have all reasons from all nominations.
· Winning nominee will receive award during Canada Day celebrations and will have a $100 donation in his/her name made to Lions Club’s Camp Kirk
· Nomination can be submitted in formats other than official nomination ballot. Emails, fax cover, letter, or through online ballot (www.canningtonlionsclub.ca) will be accepted. Please ensure that all writing is legible and all sections completed. If mailing please provide ample time for delivery
· Nomination entries may be completed and forwarded in the following ways:
· Mail to: Cannington Lions Club Canada Day PO Box 458, Cannington, Ontario L0E 1E0
· Email to: canadaday@canningtonlionsclub.ca
· Fax to: 705-432-8450
· Online ballot at www.canningtonlionsclub.ca
· Nominations MUST be received no later than June 8, 2026 to be considered
NOMINATIONS CLOSED
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Past Citizens Of The Year
2025: Lindsay Bauer
2024: Ben Deith
2023: Ted Juzkow
2022: Ron Gerrow
2021: N/A
2020: Our Frontline Workers
2019: Angela Canavan
2018: Lisa Schummer
2017: Shelley Bowler
2016: Late Rick MacLeish
2015: Glenn Tait
Depending on what you need to contact us about here's some names and contact info:
General event: Lion Walter Schummer 705-432-8464
Volunteering:
Sponsorship and Promotion: Lion Walter Schummer 705-432-8464
or send us an email to: canadaday@canningtonlionsclub.ca
YOUTH CRAZY HAIR CONTEST!
COME SHOW US YOUR CRAZY HAIR!
Open to youth ages 4 to 12
Best applause will win in each of the boys and girls categories.
Pre-registration preferred - see below
Event sponsored by and prize supplied by:
All About Hair
General Terms and Conditions
- This is a fund event for boys and girls aged 4 to 12
- No "wigs" or similar accessories are allowed
- Additions to natural hair permitted but natural hair must be fully visible
- Parents must consent to children's entry
- Parent must be present during contest
- Winner in each category will be determined by extent of applause as measured by judge's meter
- Judges determination will be final
- One winner in each category
- Youth will have their photos taken during and after event
Pre-Registration Form
HOT WING CONTEST!
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Terms and Conditions:
Entry forms available at Cannington Wing House or fill in the below online form. Registration also accepted on July 1 at Canada Day Festival
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YOUTH PARADE
Show your pride this year!
A fun youth parade will open the2026 Canada Day Festival.
Youth and parents are urged to decorate their ride of choice (bike, scooter, wagon, etc). Prizes for best decorated youth ride.
Decorations for ride must be provided by participant
For details contact Lisa Schummer 705-878-2252 or canadaday@canningtonlionsclub.ca
Any youth riding bikes or scooters must wear a helmet under provincial legislation.
PRE REGISTER!
Youth are welcomed to enter our 2026 colouring contest
Prizes available in the following categories:
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-8
Ages 9+
Colouring contest sheets are being handed out at McCaskill's Mills PS
You can also download a colouring contest sheet below
Sheets and any entry forms should be returned by noon on Saturday June 27th for judging.
Sheets can be returned to 102 Peace Street or any business where the colouring contest sheets are available.
Good Luck!