10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Free event
Remember, learn and engage this Canada Day at Fort William Historical Park. Explore the Anishinaabe Encampment and Fort William for a day filled with family-friendly activities to learn about and celebrate our nation’s diverse heritage. More information coming soon.
Explore the historic site and visit the Anishinaabe Encampment, Apothecary, Great Hall, Wintering House, Trades Square, and Dairy, and visit with the farm animals.
10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Explore the historic Kaministiquia River by canoe while voyageurs entertain you with songs and stories.
Test your skill at Canada’s National summer sport!
Did you know? Lacrosse originated as a sacred sport played by First Nations people for spiritual, ceremonial, and diplomatic purposes. Learn more about the history of lacrosse.
Maple syrup making is a process that brings family, friends, and even strangers together. Learn about the history of Canada’s sweetest export and taste some maple sugar.
Ages 12+
Try your hand at throwing a trade axe! Voyageurs and tradesmen spend their leisure time trying to best one another in this game of precision and skill.
Ages 12+
Fire a fur trade era musket! Firearms were an important trade item in 1815. Learn the skills you’ll need to use a fur trade era musket to hunt for your food.
Create your own flag.
Get decked out this Canada Day with temporary tattoos and face painting.
Try some manoomin (wild rice) at the Anishinaabe Encampment, stop by the bakery to sample freshly baked bread, and enjoy our refreshing maple lemonade in the kitchen. (While supplies last)
11 a.m.
Watch skilled shearers demonstrate traditional sheep shearing techniques. (Weather dependent)
Witness the age-old tradition of turning fresh cream into golden butter.
12:45 p.m.
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Canada Day is a free event.
Weather appropriate clothing: This is an all weather program and takes place indoors and outdoors.
Cash: There are no ATMs available on site.
Car: Fort William Historical Park is located at 1350 King Road, Thunder Bay. Parking is free.
Bicycle: Cyclists are welcome. Bike racks are available to use free of charge.
Thunder Bay Transit: Fort William Historical Park is accessible by the 4 Neebing bus route. Please visit the City of Thunder Bay Transit website for specific bus route information.
Boats & River Access: Boats cannot dock at events. There is no admissions entrance via the Kaministiquia River.
RVs: Camping is permitted at our campground with a reservation. RVs are not permitted in the parking lot for overnight stays.