The weather was perfect, the crowds showed up and the cake was big. What more do you need on Canada Day?
Nelson celebrated Canada’s 156th birthday Saturday with its annual party at Lakeside Park organized by the Nelson and District Chamber of Commerce. Here’s some of the sights we saw during the festivities.
A long lineup formed Saturday morning for downtown pancakes served up by the Nelson Lions Club. Photo: Tyler Harper
Serving up pancakes on Baker Street. Photo: Tyler Harper
A drum circle marks the start of the Canada Day party at Lakeside Park. Photo: Tyler Harper
Mayor Janice Morrison and Councillor Keith Page do what they were elected to do. Photo: Tyler Harper
Shout out to the Rotary Club for hosting another great BBQ. Photo: Tyler Harper
Allison Alder prepares to get dunked to raise funds for the Nelson Rotary Club. Photo: Tyler Harper
The White Lightning Blues Band close out the party. Photo: Tyler Harper
The fireworks were popping off over Kootenay Lake. Photo: Tyler Harper
