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John Guy on Canada Day

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On Canada Day at Cupids 400, fifteen new Canadians were welcomed by Dr. Arthur May,  Officer of the Order of Canada.  John Guy welcomed the new Canadians.

New Canadians at Cupids 400

Dr. Arthur May, Officer of the Order of Canada

A special Canadian flag was raised, one which had previously flown on Parliament Hill in Ottawa.

Canadian Flag

In celebration of the 100th Anniversary of the Canadian Navy, 100 Sailors from Canadian Faces Naval Engineering School, St. John’s Detachment and various Sea Cadet Corps were also present.

“We Stand On Guard”

The Canadian Forces gave a “Feu de Joie” (Fire of Joy) for the new Canadians. It is best described as a “running fire of guns.”

“Feu de Joie” (Fire of Joy)

Many more photos from the Canada Day Celebrations on Flickr > >

Muses and Minstrels -Roots-of-our-Culture

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“At what point in our history did our distinct Newfoundland Culture emerge?”

“Roots of Our Culture”  Symposium

College of the North Atlantic, Carbonear, Lecture Theatre
July 2nd 8:30am to 4:30pm
Register by calling 528-1610 or email kstacey@cupids400.com

Registration $40 includes lunch and complimentary ticket to Muses and Minstrels Opening Gala that night at the Princess Sheila Na Geira Theatre

Join the performers of the Muses and Minstrels Festival and special guest presenters as we explore the traditions of Newfoundland and Labrador’s culture evolving from the roots of our music, dance, and theatre during the era of John Guy. The symposium explores the traditions of Newfoundland and Labrador Culture evolving from the roots of our music, dance, theatre and forms of entertainment.

In the evening at Princess Sheila NaGeira Theatre, there will be a sneak peek of what to expect FROM THE FIRST 17th century early performing arts festival in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Performances by Hot Earth Ensemble, Jim Payne and Friends, Beni Malone of Wonderbolt Productions, and New World Theatre.
Princess Sheila NaGeira Theatre, 7:00 – 9:00 pm  (Admission to this event is $15.00, if you are not attending the Symposium.)

Download and Print a copy of the Canada Day Schedule Poster - 2010

Originally uploaded by John Guy2010

More photos about Canada Day > >

Spend Canada Day / Memorial Day in Cupids this year

8am -11am – Enjoy a community breakfast at the new Cupids Legacy Centre.

11am Participate in a traditional Memorial Day Wreath Laying at the Cupids War Memorial, remembering Newfoundlanders who have died in previous World Wars, as well as all Canadian soldiers who are currently serving in Afghanistan.

Noon – 2pm Attend a FREE family BBQ at the Cupids Monument with kid’s activities.

2:30pm See a parade of sailors and Sea Cadet Corps in honour of the 100th anniversary of the Canadian Navy.

3 pm There will be a swearing in of New Canadians, hosted by Citizenship and Immigration Canada, Department of Canadian Heritage, and Cupids 400 with a special flag raising.

3:50pm. The Canadian Navy will salute the new Canadians with Feu De Joie – :”fire of joy”

4:30pm The Brew House Pub Opens with local entertainment.

10pm Fireworks