As Canada Day is drawing to a close, a final item from another one of our fellow Canadian organizations in the Bay Area.
Today, July 1, is Canada Day.
This year’s holiday comes at a difficult time for Canada, as the country is forced to reckon with a history that has fallen far short of its image and ideals. The recent painful revelations about Canada’s residential schools and its treatment of its Indigenous population have shocked and saddened the country. We know that this year, many Canadians are having mixed feelings about whether we should celebrate at all.
At the Canadian Studies Program, we believe it’s important to present a balanced view of the country: highlighting the good where we see it, while not being afraid to confront the darker side of Canadian history. In our colloquia over the past year, we presented many topics where we felt Canada could serve as a model for other countries, such as its national healthcare system. However, we also attempted to bring forward voices from marginalized communities, such as Canada’s Black and Indigenous populations, that have suffered historic and ongoing injustices and continue to fight for equity.
This Canada Day, I encourage all our friends to take some time to reflect on what kind of country we want Canada to be. Our vision of Canada is a truly multicultural nation, one that respects diversity and honors its First Peoples. It’s important to shine light on the ugliest chapters of Canadian history and ensure that we acknowledge that pain, because without doing so it is impossible to move forward together. I invite you to review the Final Report of the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples and the recommendations of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada, and to visit the new site of the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation.
Also, if you are interested in watching the CBC documentary “Trail of the Caribou” featuring Mark Critch and Allan Hawco, please visit https://youtu.be/rsiNV9tPTeQ
A notice from one of our fellow Canadian organizations in the Bay Area.
July 1, 2021. La fête du Canada. How are Canadians celebrating Canada Day and also recognizing the indigenous communities of a mourning nation? In this update:
Royal Canadian Legion’s “Commemoration Day” on July 1st honours the Royal Newfoundland Regiment in the Battle of Beaumont Hamel during WW1.
Will you stand behind Canadian or American snacks?
#CanadaDayUSA What else is happening for Canadians around the Bay, and the rest of the US, on July 1st?
Join Royal Canadian Legion Branch 25 (representing the San Francisco Bay area), along with the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps – Arkansas Division, as they present a virtual Commemoration Day service at 10am (Pacific) on Thursday, 01 July. If you wish to participate and watch the virtual service, please register at:
While July 1st is Canada Day, for Newfoundlanders and Labradorians it is also Memorial Day or Commemoration Day – a day when we remember the tragic events of the Battle of Beaumont Hamel.
Canadian vs. American Snack Off
JULY 1, 2021 | 5 – 6:30 PM Happy Hour
We are hosting a special edition of our virtual Happy Hour on July 1st from 5 pm to 6:30 pm–instead of quizzing you all on Canadian trivia, we’ll be hosting a fun-filled Canadian vs. American Snack-Off. Bring your beverage of choice and weigh in on what’s better: a Coffee Crisp or 100 Grand? All Dressed or Barbecue potato chips? Hostess Cupcakes or Jos. Louis? You be the judge!One lucky participant will win a $50 gift pack sponsored by Canadian Food to USA. We will have plenty of time to meet other Canadians and celebrate Canada Day together!
This is not an ad… but the Canadian Food To USA is the original Canadian online grocery store — since 1999, the same year the Digital Moose Lounge was founded in Silicon Valley! Shop here to get your favourite products, foods and beverages conveniently shipped to your home across the border. With more than 300 items, they offer brands like Tim Hortons Coffee, Old Dutch, Habitant, Vachon Cakes, St. Hubert, Swiss Chalet and many more.
Thursday, July 1, 2021
7/1 Canada Day @ Parklab Gardens in Mission Bay!
A fun opportunity to gather with other Canadians in a group of 35! As of last night, there were two open tickets – and an option to join the waitlist if someone should cancel. Visit the Meetup event page for details (you will need to join).
Don’t miss finding Canada Day events organized by Washington and Ottawa. Visit Connect2Canada.com. Events will also be shared on social media with #CanadaDayUSA.
Royal Canadian Legion’s “Commemoration Day” on July 1st honours the Royal Newfoundland Regiment in the Battle of Beaumont Hamel during WW1.
Will you stand behind Canadian or American snacks?
Join Royal Canadian Legion Branch 25 (representing the San Francisco Bay area), along with the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps – Arkansas Division, as they present a virtual Commemoration Day service at 10am (Pacific) on Thursday, 01 July. If you wish to participate and watch the virtual service, please register at:
Royal Canadian Legion, US Branch #25 