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Canada day 2022
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Program summery

Dufferin Terrace

  • 11 AM Official flag-raising ceremony
  • 12 PM “Happy Birthday, Canada!” cake

 

Plains of Abraham – BIG FAMILY DAY

  • 12 PM to 5 PM

Things to do on site

  • Inflatable games
  • Roving entertainment
  • Juracircus Adventure
  • Mini-Golf
  • Pit stop Challenge
  • Mega Cannon
  • Arcade Bus and DJ
  • Makeup and arts & crafts
  • Games and workshops
  • World Zone
  • Completely Canada Zone
  • And other surprises

 

Plains of Abraham

Main Stage – Daytime show

  • 12 PM They, the Women of the Wolf Moon / Wahsonta’yeh’  Yandicha’ n’de wendat n’de Yanariskwa’ Traditional Huron-Wendat songs and dances
  • 1 PM Mad Science – Crazy People in the Lab
  • 2 PM The Magic Book – Meet your favorite princesses
  • 3:15 PM Djembé Québec – Musical journey to the land of the baobabs
  • 4:15 PM Ukraine at heart – Traditional Ukrainian songs and dances

 

Edwin-Bélanger Bandstand – Evening show

  • 8 PM The country of our idols starring Maxime Landry and Annie Blanchard
  • 9:30 PM Immersive laser show – Borealis

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11 AM at the Dufferin Terrace

Official ceremony

Official flag raising ceremony by the 2nd Battalion, Royal 22nd Regiment in presence of dignitaries and speeches.

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12 PM at the Dufferin Terrace

Cake – Canada Day!

The official ceremony will be followed by a fabulous cake to celebrate Canada’s birthday, courtesy of the Fairmont Le Château Frontenac.

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Sports Challenge

12 PM to 5 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site

Juracircus Adventure

Come experience the Juracircus Adventure!
Throughout this adventure, our circus paleontologists will introduce you to the art of the circus through the world of dinosaurs.
An incredible day awaits you!

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Sports Challenge

12 PM to 5 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site

Inflatable games village

A whirlwind of fun awaits young people in the Inflatable Games Village. The inflatable space has been designed to delight both young and old. Will you be brave enough to go down the giant slides?

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Sports Challenge

12 PM to 5 PM Plains of Abraham – Family Site

Pit Stop Challenge

Be like real race car pit mechanics! Participants must change real car tires using an impact drill. Who will be the fastest?

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Sports Challenge

12 PM to 5 PM Plains of Abraham – Family Site

Tech Challenge – Interactive Cones

Ready for a challenge that will test your speed, teamwork, and energy? Welcome to the Interactive Cones Challenge, a thrilling activity where two teams compete in a race against time!

Light cones, programmed to randomly light up in your team’s color, are placed around the field. Your goal? Touch as many cones of your color as possible before the opposing team! Each cone touched scores a point, but be careful: the cones change color in an instant. Keep your eyes peeled and always stay on your guard.

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Sports Challenge

12 PM to 5 PM Plains of Abraham – Family Site

Firefighter’s Outing

For the second consecutive year, fire prevention inspectors from the Fire Protection Service (SPCIQ) will be meeting with families. On site, we will have a public education booth and a firefighter trail. This will be an opportunity for the prevention inspectors to engage in discussions with residents about fire safety and answer their questions.

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Creative Zone

12 PM to 5 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site

Kromatik Makeup

The passionate artists of Kromatik paint from their inspiration and their imagination simultaneously on their living canvas. Standing in a semi-circle, young and not-so-young alike will be amused and delighted by the transformation being created! Be a part of this big, colourful event! Don’t miss the unforgettable Kromatik experience!    

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Creative Zone

12 PM to 5 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site

Arcade Bus

The Arcade Bus has finally arrived! Everyone can feel the excitement building as they climb aboard and head for the first stop. A journey to another galaxy of maximum fun awaits everyone who steps aboard.

With a spectacular blacklight atmosphere, vintage arcade consoles with NBA Jam, Pac-Man, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Simpson, Marvel Vs Capcom games, newer gaming consoles, like the PlayStation 5 with NHL 2023 and a Nintendo Switch with Super Smash Bros and Mario Kart Deluxe 8, it’s the perfect mix of games for all ages.

 

 

DJ

Our high-energy DJ will keep you dancing to your favourite tunes throughout this incredible festive day, immersing you in an electrifying atmosphere. Come and unleash your dance moves with us!

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Creative Zone

12 PM to 5 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site

Dragon – Drum

The long body of the dragon ANNABELLE serves as a vehicle for children to take a dragon ride to the rhythm of her great heart. Proud to be in the coils of the mother dragon, they parade to the sound of the drums of KIMO and Cybele, who accompany and guide them, creating a spectacular impact as they pass.

 

 

Kumquatz

Kumquatz isn’t just a small citrus fruit from New Orleans; it’s also a quartet that performs classic Dixieland songs as well as French songs with a Dixie twist. With its colorful costumes and a strong clownish presence, the Kumquatz show is perfect for all entertainment settings, festivals, and parades.

 

 

Old Men and the Sea

A couple of old men on a funny little boat sail the plains in search of the perfect picnic spot. When they finally find it, their adventure is far from over. A fun and slightly nostalgic epic, to the delight of young and old alike! A stroll and a show without words.

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Inter’Action Zone

12 PM to 5 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site

Mega cannon

Have fun propelling foam projectiles at targets or at your opponents! This activity is offered under a big top in a “confrontation” format. Your participants will be amazed by this unusual game.

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Inter’Action Zone

12 PM to 5 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site

Enigmatic Chest Trail – Escape Game

Open the chests, solve the puzzles!
Each chest is a challenge: clues, logic, and teamwork will be your best allies to unlock its secrets.s.

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Inter’Action Zone

12 PM to 5 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site

Mega Sling Shot

Which one of you will manage to hit the targets and destroy the structures you previously built? Let the rebel in you take part in this activity, where you’ll get to use a sling shot to knock down the elements in front of you.

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Inter’Action Zone

12 PM to 5 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site

Play area – XXL Games with La Revanche

Do you want to play freely? Do you want to kick-start your neurons and have a blast with fun and exciting giant games? The XXL Games area is perfect for you! Specializing in board games, La Revanche will be at the Plains of Abraham—much to the delight of the uninitiated and games lovers alike with its best XXL games, including games of skill, board games and party games! On your marks, get set, play!

 

 

Fairground games

Discover our fun fair’s exciting games of skill, from sports to culture. Enjoy the excitement and fun of our fairground games, where you can test your skills and have fun with family and friends. Don’t miss this unique experience! 

 

 

Mini-Golf

Looking for a fun activity for everyone? Come and discover our unique mini-golf course, perfect for the whole family. With nine varied and fun holes, come and test your skills. Whether you prefer to break time records or just have fun with friends, this mini-golf course is the ideal activity for creating unforgettable memories. 

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World area

12 PM to 5 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site

The World Zone is a showcase of our cultural diversity, and features workshops and fun activities, a sharing of traditions, enriching encounters and unforgettable moments with the various communities that weave our Canadian heritage! Come enjoy the rhythms of multicultural Canada!

Communities and organizations present:

Alliance des Ukrainiens de Québec

Take part in the preservation, transmission and promotion of the cultural richness of Ukrainian heritage in Québec City. Workshop: Introduction to the unique Petrykivka Ukrainian folk-drawing technique and photo zone with Ukrainian costumes.

 

 

Association haïtienne de Québec 

Take part in the integration of Haitian newcomers, promotion of Haitian culture, and cultural exchanges. Activities: Haitian art exhibition, , introduction to knucklebones games and Ludo.

 

 

Solidarité Enfants d’ici et d’Ailleurs

Solidarité Enfants d’Ici et d’Ailleurs works for the well-being, safety, and development of every child, regardless of their status, socioeconomic situation, or ethnic origin.

Activities: Interactive reading activity. Through the pages, let’s discover others and build bridges. Lecture by Jean Ricot Brutal: The challenges of successful integration.

 

 

SOIT

Promote the successful social and professional integration of new arrivals.

Fun activity: Giant dish soap bubbles.

 

 

La Maison Andicha

Get back to basics with a unique experience!
Traditional leather bracelet-making workshop with Diane Andicha, guardian of the Sacred Drum-Chief, craftswoman and host.


 

Capoeira Québec

These Brazilian-born teachers share their passion for this expression, combining dance, music, acrobatics and Brazilian martial arts.

Capoeira workshop-demonstration: a unique opportunity to learn the rhythms and movements of capoeira!

 

 

Djembé Québec

These talented multi-instrumentalists from West Africa share traditional African dance, song and percussion.

The Djembe workshop is a great opportunity to learn this lively instrument!


 

Morrin Center 

This centre offers English- and French-speaking audiences a rich program of heritage interpretation, education and the arts. Come discover its history and the transition from the French to the English Regime in Québec City.

Activity: Tea time

 

 


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Completely Canada zone

12 PM to 5 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site

Trivia Canada and photobooth

Do you know your Canada? Come and test your knowledge, discover our inventions, our achievements, our good moves, and everything that makes us different and proud to be Canadian. This interactive quiz highlights the talent, creativity, ingenuity and outstanding participation of all Canadians, past and present, around the world. The participants are invited to take a selfie in the squad frame and share it on social media using #coupsdecoeurcanadiens. On your mark, let’s play!  

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Completely Canada zone

12 PM to 5 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site

Voltigeurs de Québec

The Canadian Armed Forces present the oldest French Canadian Regiment: Les Voltigeurs de Québec. Want to know more? Visit their booth and their military vehicule on site.

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Completely Canada Zone

12 PM to 5 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site

Royal Canadian Mounted Police

This information booth highlights different aspects of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Enthusiastic officers welcome you to discuss the diversity of the RCMP’s missions, values and commitment to public safety. It’s the perfect place to learn more about this iconic institution and its vital role in Canadian society. A vehicle will also be on site!

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Completely Canada Zone

12 PM to 5 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site 

Marine royale canadienne

The Royal Canadian Navy and its members, as their motto indicates, are Always There, Always Ready! to serve the Canadian people, at home and abroad. Come chat with your sailors at our booth, meet our mascot SONAR, a Newfoundland dog, and climb aboard a rigid-hulled boat used for operations at sea. In addition, on our site, a word has been formed using naval flags; will you be able to meet the challenge of finding the secret code hidden within? 

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Main Stage

12 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site

Les Femmes au Tambour de Wendake

Traditional Huron-Wendat Songs and Dances

They, the Women of the Wolf Moon

Through their songs, the Sacred Chief Drum, the yastawensha, the hand drums, and the bells, the Women of the Drum of Wendake offer you a unique Wendat experience, an unforgettable return to your roots!

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Main Stage

1 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site


Crazy People in the Lab

Dive into “Crazy People in the Lab”! This colorful science show turns science into child’s play. Through amazing experiments, young and old alike will discover chemistry and physics. Come laugh and marvel with our team of passionate entertainers. A guaranteed moment of fun, where curiosity is the only limit!

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Main Stage

2 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site

The Magic Book

Every night before nightfall, the Genie of the Lamp tells a story from the legendary “Magic Book” to his friends, Jasmine and Aladdin. One evening, when Aladdin can’t sleep, he sneakily tries to grab the sleeping Genie’s sacred book of spells to read a second story. Startled by the Genie’s startling snoring, Aladdin jumps, sending the book of 1,001 secrets spinning. Several pages have disappeared, and the book is now disenchanted. Then princesses Cinderella, Belle, and Ariel appear. Together, our friends will try to find the missing pages, scattered across fantastical worlds. Under the sea or in the air, from the forest to the palace, will they succeed in reversing the spell? Will the book regain its magic?

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Main Stage

3:15 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site

A Musical Journey to the Land of the Baobabs

The spirit of African celebration is in the spotlight with Djembé Québec. Joy, freedom of bodily expression, boundless energy, and conviviality are expressed through the rhythms of the balafon, the djembe, and songs from Burkina Faso and Guinea, presented by authentic representatives of this vibrant and, above all, festive culture. An invitation to travel and dance!

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Main Stage

4:15 PM Plains of Abraham – Family site

Tsvit Troupe
Alliance des ukrainiens de Québec
Ukraine at Heart

The performances of the Tsvit Ensemble are much more than artistic movements; They are living stories of ancient traditions, reflecting the resilience, love of the land, and spiritual richness of the Ukrainian people. Every gesture and every step is imbued with tradition and meaning, offering the audience a unique visual and emotional experience. Beyond dance, Ensemble Tsvit represents a vibrant celebration of Ukrainian heritage in the heart of Quebec. Conceived with passion and dedication by members of Quebec’s Ukrainian community, its goal is to share the beauty and depth of this culture with the Quebec public.

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Edwin-Bélanger Bandstand

8 PM Plains of Abraham

The Country of Our Idols – Maxime Landry and Annie Blanchard

Put on your boots and cowboy hat and join the party for a 100% country evening!
United by a long-standing friendship and a burning passion for country music, two beloved performers of Quebec audiences, Maxime Landry and Annie Blanchard, join forces once again in a brand-new, large-scale show: The Country of Our Idols.

With complicity, heart, and energy, they pay tribute to the iconic figures who shaped Quebec and Canadian country music. From the Daraîche family to Renée Martel, including Patrick Norman, an entire section of our musical heritage is illuminated under the spotlight.

Fueled by the resounding success of their Jolene and the Gambler tour, Maxime and Annie are eager to rock the stage with the songs of their idols. Accompanied by six seasoned musicians, they promise a friendly, festive, and magical atmosphere!

Get ready to sing, tap your toes, and experience an unforgettable evening to the rhythm of the most beautiful songs of our country heritage!

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Edwin-Bélanger Bandstand

9:30 PM Plains of Abraham

Immersive Laser Show – Boréalis

Immerse yourself in a sensory journey where visual art, music, and technology collide.
Part digital dream and part futuristic world, this immersive laser show transforms the stage into a captivating universe, inspired by the mystical beauty of the Northern Lights. Like a sky vibrating with light, Boréalis unfolds spectacular light displays, an intoxicating soundtrack, and hypnotic movements of light that envelop the viewer.

Each pulse, each visual burst evokes the magic of the north and draws you deeper into a unique atmosphere, almost suspended in time.

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