{"id":221255,"date":"2019-07-02T21:25:11","date_gmt":"2019-07-03T01:25:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/canadianinquirer.net\/v1\/?p=221255"},"modified":"2019-07-02T21:25:11","modified_gmt":"2019-07-03T01:25:11","slug":"parks-canada-kicks-off-canada-day-with-sunrise-event-at-signal-hill-national-historic-site","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/canadianinquirer.net\/v1\/2019\/07\/02\/parks-canada-kicks-off-canada-day-with-sunrise-event-at-signal-hill-national-historic-site\/","title":{"rendered":"Parks Canada Kicks off Canada Day with Sunrise Event at Signal Hill National Historic Site"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Canada\u2019s 152nd<\/sup>\u00a0birthday celebrations were officially launched today during the annual Canada Day Sunrise Event at Signal Hill National Historic Site. Attended by hundreds of visitors each year, this eventis a local tradition and is the first of many special events Canadians will attend in communities across the country.<\/p>\n

Today\u2019s event also included a special commemoration for the 103rd anniversary of the opening day of the Battle of the Somme during the First World War.\u00a0\u00a0On that day, July 1,1916, the Royal Newfoundland Regiment suffered severe losses in a frontal assault on the German line near Beaumont Hamel, France.<\/p>\n

Parks Canada is committed to providing visitors with high-quality and meaningful experiences. Developing new and innovative programs and services enables more Canadians, including youth and newcomers, to experience the outdoors and learn about our environment and history.<\/p>\n

Located in every province and territory, Parks Canada\u2019s 171 national historic sites, including Signal Hill, reflect the rich and varied heritage of our nation and provide an opportunity for Canadians to learn more about our diverse history.<\/p>\n

With a Parks Canada Discovery Pass, families and groups have unlimited opportunities to visit our incredible national parks, national historic sites, and national marine conservation areas throughout the year.\u00a0Parks Canada\u2019s network of protected areas is a gateway to nature, history, and 450 000 km\u00b2 of memories from coast to coast to coast.\u00a0To have a memorable Canada Day and summer, visitors are encouraged to plan their trip by ordering the Discovery Pass and making camping reservations with the\u00a0Parks Canada’s online Reservation Service Website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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\u201cParks Canada\u2019s places represent the very best that Canada has to offer and tell stories of who we are, including the history, cultures, and contributions of Indigenous peoples.\u00a0On Canada Day, admission is free throughout our national parks and national historic sites. Parks Canada preserves these national treasures for the benefit of all Canadians.\u00a0There is no better way to celebrate our beautiful country than to immerse yourself in the heart of our country\u2019s exceptional nature and history. Happy Canada Day!\u201d<\/p>\n

The Honourable Catherine McKenna,
\nMinister of Environment and Climate Change and Minister responsible for Parks Canada<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

\u201cCanada Day provides the opportunity for all Canadians to reflect on the values and principles that shape our great country and define our national identity.\u00a0\u00a0Special events like this morning\u2019s annual sunrise event at Signal Hill National Historic Site provide a venue for Canadians to come together and connect with our shared culture and heritage. In Newfoundland and Labrador July 1 also marks Memorial Day as we commemorate the 103rd<\/sup>anniversary of The Battle of the Somme and reflect on the valour and bravery of the Royal Newfoundland Regiment who answered the call on that fateful day a century ago at Beaumont-Hamel.\u201d<\/p>\n

Nick Whalen,
\nMember of Parliament for St. John\u2019s East<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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