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Two Hills Canada Day Festivities Chock-full of Fun
Two Hills Canada Day Festivities Chock-full of Fun
Michelle Pinon News Advertiser
Fun-filled activities were the order of the day for Canada’s 156th birthday celebrations in the Town of Two Hills. There were numerous activities held throughout the community for young and old alike. The festivities kicked-off bright and early with a pancake breakfast at Centennial Hall hosted by the Two Hills Senior Centre.
Leonard Ewanishan welcomed everyone by saying, “On this Canada Day, as the Mayor of Two Hills, it is with great pride and joy that I stand before you today as MC.
I would like to express my gratitude to the Two Hills Senior’s Centre for graciously hosting this year’s pancake breakfast. We appreciate all the hard work it took to put on this event and the dedication you show to the community.
As we begin our celebration of Canada’s 156th birthday this morning, it is important to acknowledge the traditional territory on which we gather…We recognize their stewardship and express our honour and gratitude for the opportunity to live, work and celebrate on this sacred ground.
Today, as we commemorate the birth of our great nation, it is a time to reflect on the values that bind us together. We are a community founded on diversity, resilience and unity; a true reflection of what it means to be Canadian. Our nation is a mosaic of cultures, languages and traditions and it is this vibrant tapestry that makes us truly unique.”
County of Two Hills Div. 3 Councillor Dianne Saskiw brought greetings on behalf of council, staff and their families.
I would first like to sincerely thank the many volunteers,service groups and all participants who have worked so hard to make this day a success. It takes people with some great ideas and lots of ambition to make this day complete. We truly thank you for all that you do in helping us come together to celebrate the biggest birthday party of the year!
We are fortunate to have a community, like our country, made up people from all parts of the world. No two people or cultures are exactly alike, and that’s a good thing as otherwise our lives would be pretty boring and predictable. As time passes, we learn to grow together, be tolerant and respectful, and in the process, it makes us all stronger citizens.
Today, let’s take time to thank our hardworking farmers who grow the food that we, and the rest of the world, depend upon. To thank all our medical professionals who are always there for us. To thank those in the military and police forces who are ready to defend and protect our freedom at a moment’s notice.
And lastly, to thank our seniors and ancestors who travelled half a world away to build new communities and new lives. We live in a country that is the envy of the world, in one of the best provinces in this great nation, and in one of the strongest, most welcoming and proudest communities I know.”
The kids took to the street outside the Two Hills Recreation Centre to participate in the bike parade. Afterwards they were rewarded with prizes and gifts. Then came the naming of the Best Dressed Canadians. Dale Thompson and Sherron Moos took top honours. Folks were then invited to enjoy a piece of birthday cake.
A Soap Box Derby, hot dog lunch, face painting, kids’ zone and bounce houses, watermelon eating contest, bread baking, rubber boot games, and pie throwing contest rounded out the slate of activities for the remainder of the day.
