Celebrating Diversity
This Canada Day, we are celebrating our roots and what makes each of us unique.
We honour our relationship with the Sts’ailes People and our connection to their traditional territory, now known as Harrison Hot Springs. This land, once known as the Village of Qwólts by the Sts’ailes People, holds deep cultural and historical significance, and we are honoured to share in its stewardship.
8:30 – 10:30 am: Pancake Breakfast
10:00 – 11:00 am: Pet Parade
12:00 – 1:00 pm: Opening Ceremony
1:00 – 4:00 pm: Children’s Activities
1:00 – 4:00 pm: Live Music
5:00 – 6:00 pm: Parade
6:00 – 10:00 pm: Live Music
10:00 – 10:15 pm: Fireworks
Details coming soon.
Tourism Harrison River Valley is proud to organize this year’s Canada Day festivities on behalf of the Village of Harrison Hot Springs. A cherished tradition in our community, this event welcomes over 10,000 visitors annually and continues to grow each year, thanks to the dedication of our volunteer committee.
We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make our Canada Day celebrations a success! Whether you’re assisting with setup, supporting activities, or guiding guests, your time and energy will help bring the day to life.
Interested in getting involved? Email us to learn more or sign up!
Bring your pet out to celebrate at the Canada Day Pet Parade! Costumes are encouraged, and this year’s theme is Magical Faeries and Beautiful Butterflies.
Please ensure all costumes are respectful and family-friendly. Political or offensive statements will not be permitted.
How to Register:
Pre-register by June 25, 2026 by emailing canadadaypetparade@gmail.com.
Be sure to include your name and your pet’s name and species in the email.
Event Details:
Check-in: Beside St. Alice Hall at 10:00 am
Parade Start: 10:30 am, marching from St. Alice Hall to Civic Plaza
Last-minute registrations may be accepted on-site, but space is limited.
Every pet will receive a certificate of participation, and the first 50 registrants will be entered into a draw for some fantastic prizes! Winners will be announced in the plaza following the parade.
Get ready to show your Canadian pride and join the fun! We’re inviting individuals, groups, and organizations to take part in the annual Canada Day Parade in beautiful Harrison Hot Springs.
Whether you’ve got a classic car to show off, a float to decorate, a marching band ready to play, or simply want to dress up and ride your bike—everyone is welcome! Costumes, decorations, and creativity are highly encouraged.
The parade starts at 5:00 pm and will end at approximately 6:00 pm.
PARADE ROUTE
Interested in participating? We’d love to have you in the parade!
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Honouring the Land
The Harrison River Valley is a collective of communities spanning Agassiz, Harrison Hot Springs, Harrison Mills, Hemlock Valley and all the communities in between.
This sacred land that we share — where we live, work, and explore — is on the traditional, ancestral and shared territories of the
Leq’á:mel, Samahquam, Skatin (SkookumChuck), Sts’ailes, Sq’ewá:lxw (Skawahlook), Sq’éwqel (Seabird Island), Sq’ewlets, Xa’xtsa (Douglas), and Xwchí:yò:m (Cheam) First Nations.
