Canada Day
Courtenay’s Canada Day celebrations on June 30 and July 1 bring our community together with free, family-friendly events in Downtown Courtenay and Lewis Park. The celebration features live music, activities, food vendors, community booths, a parade and more.
Apply to be a vendor, host a booth or join the parade
Parade entries
Join the Canada Day parade on July 1 and showcase your business, organization or community group. Floats, walking groups, decorated vehicles and other creative entries are all welcome — and there’s no cost to participate.
Download the application form:
2025 Canada Day parade application form [PDF - 4 MB]
Vendor and information booths
Want to connect with thousands of event-goers? Apply for a vendor or information booth at the Night Before concert on June 30 and the Canada Day celebrations on July 1. This is a great opportunity to promote your products, services or community cause. Vendor fees apply, based on the type of booth:
- Food booth – non-profit: $85
- Food booth – commercial: $160
- Craft/merchandise booth: $40
- Information booth: $30
Download the application form:
2025 Canada Day booth and vendor application form [PDF - 558 KB]
How to apply
The process is the same for both booth/vendor and parade applications:
- Download the appropriate application form.
- Fill out all fields and save the completed form.
- Print the form.
- Sign (if required) and bring the completed application to the Lewis Centre (489 Old Island Highway).
- Vendor applicants: bring payment when you submit your form.
Applications close Saturday, June 14, 2025, or while space is available. Apply early to secure your spot.
Children's bike draw donations
The much-loved children’s bike draw is returning for kids aged 5 to 12. The City is seeking sponsors to donate new bikes and helmets to support this long-standing tradition. If you’d like to contribute, please email Ryan Coltura, Assistant Manager of Recreation Facility Operations.
Questions?
Contact the Lewis Centre at 250-338-5371 or Filberg Centre at 250-338-1000.