Every year,
Clarington celebrates Canada Day with a large community event on July 1. This
year’s celebration will take place on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, from 5
to 10 p.m. at Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex.
The event will feature live music and entertainment, including the Big Smoke Brass Band, Guinness World Record holder Brant the Fire Guy, and more!
Free cookies, glow sticks, prizes, and giveaways will be handed out while supplies last. The celebration will end with a fireworks show synchronized to music.
We are currently seeking enthusiastic volunteers to fill the roles listed below and help bring this incredible community celebration to life. Your time, energy, and support make a meaningful difference in creating a memorable and welcoming Canada Day for all.
Responsible for coordinating with VIP Parking to greet VIP and bring them to the VIP/Staff area. Ensuring that the VIP/Staff area stays tidy, and food and beverages are replenished as needed.
Food Vendor
Being a point contact for food vendors and assisting with set up, lines, questions as need be.
Farmers Market
Being a point contact for the market and assisting with set up, lines, questions as need be.
Selfie Station
Taking photos of guests at the selfie station, managing lines as needed.
Main Stage
Point contact for the entertainment at the main stage as they arrive. Distributing any outstanding cheques with sign off. Keeping main stage on schedule.
Swag
Roaming the event, distributing swag.
Greeter
Welcoming guests to the event, providing information activities throughout the day
Information Table
Distributing swag, providing information on the activities available throughout the day. Refill station for Swag staff. * Please note that communications will be on site for a portion of the day collecting pledges.
Floater/Breaks
Roaming the event and assisting where necessary, covering the breaks where indicated.
Inflatable Lines
Managing lines for the inflatables and games. Providing "last-in-line" service from 9:00pm - 9:30pm.
Displayers
Being a point contact for displayers and assisting with set up, lines, questions as need be. Covering booths for washroom breaks as needed.
Face Painting/Henna/OPG
Assisting with lines and providing "last-in-line". Covering booths for washroom breaks as needed.
Soper Creek
Providing coverage to the Soper Creek booth while they are presenting at the kids stage.
Set Up/Tear Down
Setting up/tearing down recreation and sensory areas – preparing all activities and organizing booths. Setting up and additional event signage or equipment as necessary.
Thank you to our dedicated volunteers, partners, and community members who continue to support and celebrate with us each year. We look forward to coming together once again for an evening of fun, connection, and national pride in Clarington!
