Timmins city council unveiled plans for the 2025 Canada Day celebrations, promising a day filled with community spirit, entertainment and festivities including the return of the fireworks display.
Last year, the city opted for a drone light display rather than the traditional fireworks after the fire restrictions of 2023.
City council has approved a budget of $100,000 for this year’s festivities, with a significant portion allocated to the fireworks.
Bachmann noted that feedback from last year’s event led to the decision to bring the fireworks back.
“We’re done with drones, for this year anyway,” said Karen Bachmann, director of cultural services and lead for the Canada Day committee.
“Residents missed the boom of fireworks. We’re still sourcing an ideal launch location and will be asking professional firework and pyrotechnic companies to bid on the opportunity.”
Central location
She described this year’s event as “a blast,” with Hollinger Park serving as the central location for the July 1 celebrations.
“I can’t think of a better location,” said Bachmann in a news release.
“There’s lots of room for live entertainment, artists and activities. It’s one of the city’s great green spaces and with any luck, we’ll have a day of sunshine and a busy splash pad.”
The event will feature a large fireworks display, free family activities and live entertainment.
Bachmann emphasized the community-focused nature of the celebration, inviting local groups, artisans, crafters, and food vendors to participate.
“This is a community celebration, and we want to showcase the Timmins community,” she said.
Interested community groups, artisans, crafters, and food vendors are encouraged to register with the city to facilitate site planning. Applications will be available on the city’s website starting Feb. 24.
Reflecting on the significance of the event, Bachmann told CTV News last week, “I think people are really starting to think about what it means to be a Canadian, what our Canadian symbols are and what it means to be a Canadian in northern Ontario and in Timmins.”
“I think we’re going to have a lot of fun with this,” she said.
Mayor Michelle Boileau echoed the enthusiasm, stating in a news release, “Canada Day is going to be big this year. From coast-to-coast, Canadian pride is at an all-time high and Timmins is ready to celebrate.”
“We want to host an event with something for everyone and give local groups and organizations the opportunity to participate,” Boileau said.
“The countdown to July 1 has started.”
With plans now in motion, the city said Timmins residents can look forward to a vibrant and inclusive Canada Day celebration in 2025.
With files from CTV Northern Ontario News Anchor Ian Campbell
