City of Peterborough Reschedule Canada Day Fireworks For a Future Date

Due to weather conditions, the City of Peterborough’s cancelled Canada Day fireworks display is being rescheduled to a date to be determined, announced on Thursday.

Canada Day celebrations in Peterborough drew strong community participation throughout the day. Festivities featured more than 20 parade entries, over 30 vendors, live entertainment and a vibrant lineup of community groups and performers at Del Crary Park.  File photo.

“A severe thunderstorm had just swept through Peterborough and the Environment Canada forecast still showed the possibility of thunderstorms in the evening,” said Brendan Wedley, Director, Strategic Communications and Service Peterborough. “Based on the conditions at the time, the difficult decision was made to cancel the fireworks display. The City appreciates it was disappointing for those who were planning to see the fireworks and is working with the fireworks provider to reschedule for a date later this summer.”

Once finalized, the City says a rescheduled fireworks date and event details will be announced.

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Canada Day Road Closures, Parking Restrictions and Transit Detours

Temporary road closures, parking restrictions and transit detours will be in effect in the downtown core and around Del Crary Park to accommodate the Canada Day Parade and Canada Day fireworks this Wednesday.

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Road closures 

To ensure public safety and support the parade staging and route, the following streets will be closed from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.: 

• George Street from the south side of McDonnel Street to the north side of Brock Street. 

• Murray Street from the east side of Aylmer Street to the west side of Water Street. 

• Townsend Street from the west side of George Street to the east side of Aylmer Street. 

George Street from Brock Street to Rink Street/Del Crary Park entrance will be treated as a rolling closure, led by the Peterborough Police Service, beginning at 10 a.m. The rolling closure is expected to be in place until approximately 11 a.m. 

Road users and pedestrians are asked to use alternate routes during the road closures and follow all posted signage and barricades. 

Temporary road closures will also be in effect for the Canada Day fireworks. 

The following streets will be closed from noon to 10:30 p.m.: 

• Perry Street from the east side of George Street to the west side of Crescent Street. 

• Lake Street from the east side of George Street to the west side of Crescent Street. 

• Crescent Street from the north side of Romaine Street to the south side of Perry Street. 

• Lock Street from the north side of Romaine Street to the south side of Crescent Street. 

Local traffic will still be permitted to access the areas within the road closures. 

Parking restrictions in place for Canada Day parade 

Parking on George Street will be prohibited before and during the Canada Day Parade, beginning at 7 a.m.  on Wednesday, July 1 

No parking signs will be placed along the parade route on George Street on Tuesday, June 30.    

Visitors are asked to follow parking restrictions that are in place for the parade.   

Vehicles parked in restricted areas that have not been removed by 7 a.m. on Wednesday, July 1 will be ticketed and subject to tow and impound at the vehicle owner’s expense. Individuals whose vehicles are towed or impounded can call the City of Peterborough Municipal Law Enforcement and Security Services Division at 705-707-3969 on the following business day for information on the towing provider and impound yard location.    

The City encourages anyone watching the parade to park one of the municipal lots or parking garages located near the downtown core. Municipal parking spaces can be found at:  

• Simcoe parking garage at 190 Simcoe St.  

• King Street Parkade at 202 King St. 

• Chambers Lot at 184 Hunter St. 

• Reid Lot at 350 Reid St. 

• Gas Lot at 70 Simcoe St.  

• Del Crary Lot at 100 George St. N. 

• Downie Lot at 336 Downie St. 

Parking is free in all municipal lots, on-street spaces and parking garages on Canada Day.  

Peterborough Transit 

Road closures will affect several Peterborough Transit routes. 

Route 2 Chemong from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. 

From the Terminal to Lansdowne Place: Detour via Simcoe Street to Aylmer Street to Lansdowne Street, then regular route. 

From Lansdowne Place to the Terminal: Regular route to Lock Street at Lansdowne Street. Detour via Lansdowne Street to Aylmer Street to Simcoe Street. 

Route 4 Weller from 10:23 a.m. to 10:40 a.m. 

Passengers will be required to walk between the Terminal and Simcoe Street/Water Street. 

Route 6 Sherbrooke 

From Trent to the Terminal from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.: Regular route to George Street at Parkhill Road. Detour via Parkhill Road to Reid Street to Simcoe Street to the Terminal. 

From the Terminal to Trent from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.: Detour via Simcoe Street to Rubidge Street to Reid Street to Parkhill Road to Water Street, then regular route. 

Route 9 Parkhill from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. 

Eastbound: Detour along Parkhill Road between Reid Street and Water Street. 

Westbound: Detour along Parkhill Road between George Street and Reid Street. 

Red Community Bus 23 at 10:15 a.m. trip 

Regular route to McDonnel Street at Reid Street. Detour via Reid Street to Simcoe Street to the Terminal. 

Blue Community Bus 22 at 10:15 a.m. trip 

Regular route to George Street at Parkhill Road. Detour via Parkhill Road to Reid Street to Simcoe Street to the Terminal. 

Follow Peterborough Transit Service Alerts on Facebook or @ptbo_transit on X for updates or call Transit Customer Service at 705-745-0525. 

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List of City Services On Canada Day 2026

Many City services will operate with modified hours and some City facilities will be closed for Canada Day this Wednesday.

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The City offers a variety of online services at peterborough.ca, available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. 

Art Gallery of Peterborough   

Art Gallery of Peterborough, 250 Crescent St., will be open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Canada Day.  For information about gallery exhibitions and programs, visit agp.on.ca.   

City Hall   

City Hall offices at 500 George St. N., including Service Peterborough, Building Services, the Clerk’s Office and the Provincial Offences Office, will be closed on Canada Day.    

Online services are available at peterborough.ca. Fine payments can be made online at peterborough.ca/POA.   

Environmental Protection Division Laboratory 

The Environmental Protection Division Laboratory, 425 Kennedy Rd., will be closed on Canada Day, Wednesday, July 1. Water samples will not be accepted on Tuesday, June 30, due to the holiday. The laboratory will resume accepting water samples on Thursday at 8 a.m. For information on services, hours of operation and water testing, visit peterborough.ca/watertesting. 

Parking Services   

Parking in City-operated parking garages, surface lots and on-street parking spaces is free on weekends and holidays. The Parking Services office located in the King Street Parkade, 202 King St., will be closed on Canada Day. Visit peterborough.ca/parking to find more information, including parking locations.   

Peterborough Museum and Archives   

Peterborough Museum and Archives, 300 Hunter St. E., will be open noon to 5 p.m. on Canada Day.  For information about current exhibitions, visit peterborough.ca/museum. 

Peterborough Public Library   

Peterborough Public Library, 345 Aylmer St. N., and the Miskin Law Community Complex branch, 271 Lansdowne St. W., will be closed on Canada Day. Information and digital resources are available online at ptbolibrary.ca.   

Peterborough Regional Airport   

Peterborough Regional Airport, 925 Airport Rd., will have staffed operating hours from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Visit peterborough.ca/airport for more information. 

Public Works   

Public Works can be reached at 705-745-1386. This line is answered 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Recreation Facilities  

Beach, Splash Pads and Wading Pools  
Lifeguards will be on duty at Beavermead beach, 2011 Ashburnham Dr., from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Lakelands Public Health monitors beach water from June to August. Information is available online at lakelandsph.ca. 

Splash pads in City parks are open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. 

Lifeguards supervise City wading pools daily from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.   

Healthy Planet Arena   
Healthy Planet Arena, 911 Monaghan Rd., will be closed on Canada Day.  

Kinsmen Civic Centre  
Kinsmen Civic Centre, 1 Kinsman Way, will be closed on Canada Day.  

McDonnel Street Community Centre  
McDonnel Street Community Centre, 577 McDonnel St., will be closed on Canada Day.  

Miskin Law Community Complex  
Miskin Law Community Complex, 271 Lansdowne St. W., will be open from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.  

Peterborough Memorial Centre  
Peterborough Memorial Centre, 151 Lansdowne St. W., and the Grant Thornton Box Office, will be closed on Canada Day. Tickets for Memorial Centre events are available for purchase online at memorialcentre.ca.  

Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre  
Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre, 775 Brealey Dr., will be open from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.  

The Recreation Facility Booking office will be closed on Canada Day. 

Peterborough Visitor Centre at the Lift Lock 
Peterborough Visitor Centre at the Lift Lock, 353 Hunter St. E., will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information visit ptbotourism.ca/plan.

Peterborough Marina  
Otonabee Conservation is operating the marina for the 2026 season. For more information visit otonabeeconservation.com/outdoor-adventure/boating.  

Riverview Park and Zoo

The Riverview Park and Zoo is open daily from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., including on Canada Day.  

Guest Services/Gift Shop: Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.   

Splash Pad: Open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Hours may change due to weather and maintenance.   

Miniature Train Ride: The opening of the miniature train ride has been delayed due to track repairs. 

For updates and more information visit riverviewparkandzoo.ca. 

Social Services and Child Care Centres  

The Social Services office at 178 Charlotte St. will be closed on Canada Day. For information on Social Services, please visit peterborough.ca/SocialServices.   

Emergency shelter services remain open over the holiday. To access emergency shelter services outside of regular business hours, or on holidays, call the after-hours service at 705-926-0096.   

City-operated child care centres will be closed on Canada Day.  

Transit 

Peterborough Transit will operate on a Sunday/Holiday service schedule on Wednesday, July 1. Temporary detours will be in place for some routes during the Canada Day Parade. The Customer Service desk will be open from 9 a.m. to noon and from 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Visit peterborough.ca/transit for details or call Transit Customer Service at 705-745-0525.  

Waste Collection and Facilities

Curbside collection for Zones 3 and 4 that typically takes place on Wednesday shifts back two days to Monday, June 29. Residents are asked to place green bins, recycling and garbage (Zones 3 and 4) to the curb by 7 a.m. on June 29.   

The City-County Landfill,1260 Bensfort Rd. and the Household Hazardous Waste Depot, 400 Pido Rd, will be closed on July 1.

Recycling collection in the Downtown Business Improvement Area (DBIA) that normally takes place on Wednesdays shifts back two days to Monday, June 29. This change applies to both residents and businesses. Recycling collection for businesses outside the DBIA will take place on Thursday, July 2.  

For more information on collection schedules, visit peterborough.ca/wastewizard.

Water Services

Water Services Customer Service will be closed on Canada Day. For water services emergencies over the holiday, including water main breaks, leaking hydrants, low water pressure, emergency water shut-offs, water quality concerns, or rental water heater issues, call 705-748-9300. For more information, visit peterborough.ca/waterservices.

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Public Asked to Select Film For 2026 Canada Day Movie Night

The City of Peterborough asks the community to vote for a film for the free Canada Day Movie Night at Quaker Foods City Square.  

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

Movie-goers are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets and snacks. The City will hand out free popcorn before the movie and host a s’mores station. The movie will begin at dusk or approximately 9 p.m. 

Movie fans can vote for one of the following options:

The Art of Racing in the Rain

The Art of Racing in the Rain is a heartfelt and emotional story told through the eyes of Enzo, a devoted dog who shares the journey of his owner, race car driver Denny Swift, who is passionate about racing. Enzo’s perspective offers profound insights into the complexities of life, highlighting resilience and the powerful bond between humans and their pets.

The film was filmed in Vancouver and British Columbia, with additional on-track scenes shot at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park in Bowmanville, Ontario.

The Big Year

The Big Year follows three men competing to see who can spot and identify the most bird species in North America in a single year: Brad Harris, a computer programmer; Stu Preissler, a corporate CEO; and Kenny Bostick, a record-holding birding champion. As their obsession grows, the film explores the personal sacrifices, challenges, and unexpected friendships that come with chasing a “big year” in birding.

The film was primarily shot in British Columbia, with scenes filmed in Squamish and Vancouver, and Canadian bird experts were brought in as advisors during production.

Gnomeo and Juliet

Gnomeo and Juliet is a whimsical animated retelling of Shakespeare’s classic love story, following Gnomeo and Juliet—two garden gnomes from rival families who fall in love despite their feud. Filled with humor, action, and heart, the film follows their journey as they try to be together against all odds.

The film was mainly produced in Toronto and features work from Canadian CGI animation company Starz Animation

Butterfly Tale

Butterfly Tale is a heartwarming animated adventure about Patrick, a young monarch butterfly born with an undeveloped wing who can’t fly. He sets off on a journey across North America to follow his dream of flight, inspired by the real-life migration of monarch butterflies. The film features original songs by Shawn Mendes and Johnny Orlando.

This film was made in Montreal as a Canadian production, featuring Canadian voice actors and a creative team of Canadian artists.

Each film has a Canadian connection, whether through cast and crew members or through filming locations and themes. 

The poll closes at 11:59 p.m. on June 19.  

Canada Day Movie night begins at 7:30 p.m. and marks the launch of the City of Peterborough’s Canada Day festivities. 

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City of Peterborough Seeking Performers, Vendors and Community Groups For Canada Day Celebration

The City of Peterborough is seeking performers, makers, and food vendors to apply to be part of this year’s Canada Day celebrations.  

Photo courtesy of the City of Peterborough.

The City annual Canada Day celebration takes place on July 1 at Del Crary Park, following the Canada Day parade. The parade will begin at 10 a.m. The celebration in Del Crary Park will run from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.   

Local artisans, food vendors, entertainers and community organizations are invited to apply to be part of a vibrant, family-friendly event along the waterfront. 

This year, a new partnership with Musicfest will see performers take to the stages in Del Crary Park in the afternoon.

Those interested in participating can apply online. Applications can also be picked up at Service Peterborough, City Hall.

The deadline to apply to be a vendor is June 11 at 4:30 p.m.  

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Toronto Blue Jays Watch Parties To Be Held at Quaker Foods City Square Starting Saturday

The City of Peterborough is cheering on the Toronto Blue Jays with a World Series watch party at the Quaker Foods City Square starting on Saturday and for the duration of the postseason.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

Events on Saturday will take place rain or shine with a live stream of the game beginning at 8 p.m., following Halloween in the Booro festivities already planned throughout downtown Peterborough. The World Series Watch Party is being organized by the Peterborough DBIA, with the City of Peterborough providing financial support for the screen, sound and servicing to the Park. 

“Downtown Peterborough is at its best when people come together to celebrate and connect,” said Nour Mazloum, Peterborough DBIA executive director. “We're thrilled to partner with the City of Peterborough to host these community watch parties for the Toronto Blue Jays as they advance to the World Series. This is a wonderful example of how downtown can serve as a place where people come together to share in special moments of excitement, pride and celebration.”

The public square on Charlotte Street will feature a mega screen live-streaming the game as the Toronto Blue Jays compete against the Los Angeles Dodgers for the World Series Championship. Snacks, vendors, and a ‘The Boro’ merchandise booth will be available. Free parking is available after 6 p.m. along the street and in the adjacent King Street Parkade.

“We’re looking forward to joining communities across Canada in cheering on the Toronto Blue Jays in a proudly Peterborough way – surrounded by community in downtown’s Quaker Foods City Square,” said Mayor Jeff Leal. “I encourage community members and visitors to don their blue and white and mark this historic sports moment as we watch the Jays compete to become World Series Champions.”

Fans are asked to bring their own chairs, blankets and dress for the weather. All attendees are encouraged to wear their blue and white and/or or Blue Jays apparel while cheering for the team.

World Series Watch Parties are planned at the Quaker Foods City Square for Game 3 on Oct. 27 and Oct. 28. Additional watch parties are scheduled for games five to seven, depending on the results of the first four games.

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City to Temporarily Close Roads For Canada Day Fireworks

Temporary road closures will be in place from noon to 10:30 p.m. to ensure public safety for the Canada Day fireworks display on Tuesday.

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The following are the affected roads:

• Perry Street from the east side of George Street to the west side of Crescent Street

• Lake Street from the east side of George Street to the west side of Crescent Street

• Crescent Street from the north side of Romaine Street to the south side of Perry Street

• Lock Street from the north side of Romaine Street to the south side of Crescent Street

The fireworks display will take place at 9:30 p.m.

Detour routes will be in place.

The City requests that everyone follow all signage related to road closures and on-street parking restrictions in the area.

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List of City Services For Canada Day 2025

Many City services and facilities will operate under holiday hours or be closed on Canada Day this Tuesday.

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The Canada Day ceremonies start at 10 a.m. in front of City Hall. The decorated bike contest judging will take place at 10:45 a.m. The parade begins at 11 a.m., departing from George Street North near City Hall and proceeding south on George Street to Millennium Park. 

The celebration continues in Millennium Park, featuring an afternoon of free, family-friendly fun that includes music and dance, face painting, storytelling, a cultural marketplace, and food and beverage vendors. This event will run from noon to 6 p.m. 

The City will host a fireworks display over Little Lake starting at 9:30 p.m. on July 1, following the Peterborough Musicfest concert at Del Crary Park. 

City Hall offices, including Service Peterborough, Building Services and the Clerk’s Office, will be closed on July 1. Online services are available at peterborough.ca. 

The curbside collection for Zones 1 and 2, which typically takes place on Tuesdays, shifts back one day to Monday. Residents are asked to place green bins, recycling and garbage (Zone 2 only) to the curb by 7 a.m. Tuesday.

There are no changes to the curbside collection schedule for the Downtown Business Improvement Area. 

The City-County Landfill at 1260 Bensfort Rd. will be closed on July 1.  

Peterborough Regional Airport will be open regular hours, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

The Art Gallery of Peterborough will be closed on Canada Day.

The Peterborough Public Library and the Miskin Law Community Complex branch will be closed on Tuesday.

The Peterborough Museum and Archives will be open noon to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, July 1. 

The Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre and the Miskin Law Community Complex will be open from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. on July 1. Summer hours will be in effect for the Sport and Wellness Centre starting Wednesday, with daily operation from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. until Sept. 1. 

The Kinsmen Civic Centre, Healthy Planet Arena, Peterborough Memorial Centre, Grant Thornton Box Office, McDonnel Street Community Centre including Peterborough Youth Space, and the Recreation Facility Booking office will be closed on Tuesday

Lifeguards will be on duty at Beavermead Beach from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. There is no lifeguard supervision provided at Rogers Cove. Peterborough Public Health tests the water at local beaches.

Splash pads in City parks are open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. The splash pad at the Riverview Park and Zoo is open from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. 

Lifeguards supervise City wading pools daily from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.  

Customer service at Peterborough Marina will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

The Riverview Park and Zoo is open from 8:30 a.m. to dusk. Guest Services is open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Miniature train rides will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Otter Enrichment takes place at 1:30 p.m.and a Meet the Keeper session with Torti the African Spurred Tortoise will take place at 2:30 p.m. The Café is closed.  

The Provincial Offences office at 99 Simcoe St. will be closed on Tuesday. Fine payments can be made online at peterborough.ca/POA. 

Peterborough Transit will operate on a Sunday/Holiday service schedule on Tuesday. Temporary detours will be in place for some routes during the Canada Day Parade.  

The Customer Service desk will be open from 9 a.m. to noon and 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesday.

The Social Services office will be closed on Tuesday. From Wednesday, August 30, to Friday, office hours will be 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.  

City-operated child care centres will be closed on July 1.

Emergency shelter services remain open: to access emergency shelter services outside of regular business hours or on holidays, please call After Hours service at 705-926-0096.

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Film Selected For Canada Day Movie Night

The City of Peterborough’s poll for the free Canada Day Movie Night has selected Fly Away Home as the feature film, held at Quaker Foods City Square on June 30.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

A total of 500 votes were cast to select the film for the City of Peterborough’s Canada Day Outdoor Movie Night. Fly Away Home was the winner with 217 votes.  

Other options included The Legend of Sarila, Kayak to Klemtu and Cheaper by the Dozen. Each movie has a Canadian connection through cast and crew, filming location, or theme. The poll was open from June 9 to June 13.

Quaker Foods will provide snacks and treats for the evening, and the City will offer free popcorn. Movie-goers are encouraged to arrive by 8 p.m. as supplies are limited.

The City reminds movie-watchers to bring an outdoor chair and water. 

The movie night will kick off the Canada Day festivities on June 30 at dusk (around 9 p.m.). The City is asking residents to bring lawn chairs, blankets and snacks to settle in. Free popcorn is handed out before the show.

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Public Asked to Select Film For Canada Day Movie Night

The City of Peterborough asks the community to vote for a film for the free Canada Day Movie Night at Quaker Foods City Square.  

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

The movie night will kick off the Canada Day festivities on June 30 at dusk (around 9 p.m.). The City is asking residents to bring lawn chairs, blankets and snacks to settle in. Free popcorn is handed out before the show.  

The following are the film choices:

The Legend of Sarila

An animated adventure set in the Arctic, this film follows three Inuit teens on a quest to find the legendary land of Sarila to save their starving clan.
Featuring the voices of Christopher Plummer and Geneviève Bujold, it's Canada's first 3D animated feature film.

Kayak to Klemtu

A heartfelt drama about 14-year-old Ella, who embarks on a 500-kilometre kayak journey to her ancestral home in British Columbia to take a stand against a proposed pipeline project.
A heartfelt Canadian production rooted in environmental justice and Indigenous resilience.

Cheaper by the Dozen

A comedy about Tom and Kate Baker, who juggle their careers and raising 12 children. Though not a Canadian film, the director Shawn Levy was born in Canada and is a citizen of both Canada and the United States.

Fly Away Home

After losing her mother, a young girl helps orphaned geese learn to migrate south. Filmed partly in Ontario and starring Canadian actress Anna Paquin, this inspiring story is based on real events.

The poll is available online, with voting closing on Friday at 4 p.m. 

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