Best Places To See Fireworks On Canada Day

Canada Day is the biggest celebratory day in our nation (aside from the Raptors Parade a couple of weeks ago) and every year Canada lights up the sky with a fantastic fireworks display. Celebrating and enjoying time off is always necessary for your health, and Canada Day is the biggest weekend of the year to let your stress-free and enjoy.

National days around the world provide people with a basic human need… the need for belonging. Canada Day is not just about the land we sit on, and the date independence was given, it is also about the Canadians that became before us and belonging to a community. Having a sense of belonging in the surroundings you are in is vital to a person’s well being and health. Enjoy the festivities!

These are our top places in Ontario to watch the epic fireworks:

Our Nations Capital – Ottawa

On Parliament Hill, there are performances by Canadian artists before the firework finale making for a great show. In front of Parliament, thousands will celebrate together.

Ashbridges Bay – Toronto

Near “The Beaches” neighbourhood in Toronto, Ashbridges Bay is one of Toronto’s most beautiful parks with views of the entire cities skyline. The show features approximately 2000 fireworks and always set off awe capturing finale.

Niagra Falls 

What is better than one of the world largest waterfalls and a spectacular fireworks display? Not much. The iconic Canadian landmark is a no-brainer. The phenomenal sights and sounds of the falls make for one of the best locations to celebrate Canada Day.

Canada’s Wonderland – Vaughn 

Rollercoasters, waterparks and junk food. Spend your day at the park and go on some of the tallest rollercoasters in Canada, if that is your thing. If not there are tamer rides that won’t intimidate you. The fireworks display takes 375 hours to create and is one of Canadas most abundant performances with 6000 fireworks being set off in 15 mins. There won’t be a dull moment.

Sailing Through The 6ix – Lake Ontario

This one is definitely for the audience between 20-32. Canadas largest boat festival takes place on Canada Day. Choose your boat and choose your music. Tickets are only 30 dollars, and it will be one of the best ways to watch the fireworks come on the evening of July 1st.

Harbourfront Centre – Queens Quay Toronto

Located in the heart of downtown is the most extensive fireworks celebration in the Toronto area. There is live music and activities to keep the kids entertained.

Mel Lastman Square

The event will run from 6 – 1030pm and is hosted by Devo Bown from the Breakfast Television and Entertiabnebt show on CityTV. There will be family-friendly events, music, arts and of course a spectacular fireworks display.

East York Toronto

This is Toronto’s longest running Canada Day celebration starting at 10 am and finishing with a bang at 10 pm. The festivities at Stan Wadlow Park include live music, artisan market, food, and a craft beer garden. Attendees better be prepared to party until the sun goes down.