"Stay Strong and Canmore On!"

July 1 - Canada Day, eh! We decided to go to the parade in downtown Canmore which started at noon. Main Street was lined on both sides with empty chairs in the sun as people spent the last few minutes searching for shade. But as the parade time neared, chairs were filled, children sat on the curbs and you could feel the excitement of patriotism.

Canmore, AB - Main St. before the parade started

I love a good small town parade! Bands, businesses, floats, community feel - love it all! And it was HOT standing on the asphalt of the street - 92 degrees with Canmore's elevation of 4500-ft - we were sweating! But here are some pictures from the parade.

At the end of the parade came all of the construction vehicles and service people who helped clean up after the flood. It was amazing to be a part of the feeling of gratitude this town had for the volunteers and others who helped.