Canada Day is fast approaching and residents are advised of the following impacts to accommodate this year's celebrations.
Road Closures
The parade route has been adjusted this year due to the Walton Street Reconstruction Project. Residents are advised of the following road closures from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Monday, July 1, 2024, to accommodate the annual Canada Day parade:
- Bramley Street South and North (from Charles Street to Trafalgar Street)
- Ridout/Walton Street (from Victoria Street to Pine Street)
- Pine Street (from Walton Street to Augusta Street)
- Augusta Street (from Queen Street to Elias Street)
To accommodate the pedestrian-friendly activity zone:
- Queen Street (from Walton Street to Augusta Street) – closed from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
- Queen Street residents can park in the designated parking at the Library Parking Lot
To accommodate the fireworks display, the following road closures will be in place from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
- Mill Street South (from Madison Street to 247 metres north of Madison Street)
- King Street (from Madison Street to Shuter Street)
- Madison Street
Parking restrictions
Residents, business owners, customers and visitors are asked to keep the following parade and staging areas clear of vehicles from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. to ensure clear viewing for all spectators and safe traveling for all participants:
- Ridout/Walton Street (from Victoria Street to Pine Street)
- Pine Street (from Walton Street to Augusta Street)
- Augusta Street (from Queen Street to Elias Street)
Please note: Vehicles parked along the above route, during the designated times, will be removed.
Transit reminder
Transit Routes A and B will be running on Monday, July 1 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. to support the activities happening downtown. As a reminder, these routes are also free during the Walton Street Reconstruction. Consider taking public transit when planning your trip downtown.
More information can be found at porthope.ca/canada-day.
2024-06-26
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