Heritage Day in OttawaMayor Larry O’Brien will proclaim Tuesday, February 16, 2010 as Heritage Day at a ceremony and reception at Ottawa City Hall. This year’s theme is “Heritage of Sport and Recreation”.  Heritage Day was established in 1973 by the Heritage Canada Foundation, and is celebrated the third Monday of February to encourage the preservation and promotion of Canada's nationally significant historic, architectural, natural and scenic heritage. The Ontario Government has announced that the third Monday of February will be a new recognized Civic Holiday. What better way to celebrate family than to take your family to a museum or historic site to discover Canada’s heritage! Heritage is our collective treasure, given to us and ours to bequeath to our children. It lives on within each of us, be it the customs and traditions of our families or the extraordinary landscapes and buildings that characterize Ottawa. Our neighbourhoods reflect the traditions of our communities and our museums, archives, historical societies and libraries are gateways to the discovery of our past, present and future. Our national and local museums and archives across Canada, work to ensure that our immense historical, cultural and natural heritage is not only preserved, but also promoted and enhanced. The City of Ottawa and the Council of Heritage Organizations of Ottawa, (CHOO/COPO) invite you to celebrate Heritage Day by learning about Ottawa’s immense historical, cultural and natural heritage. Discover all of its beauty, diversity and vitality.  Come celebrate with us! Ottawa Celebrations will feature over 50 tabletop displays from local community museums, archives, historical societies and heritage groups along with entertainment and live interpreters in period costume. Ottawa: Where the past is present – right here, right now! Heritage Day wishes to thank its sponsors:Attention all Heritage Day characters: We need your help!Come and celebrate Ottawa’s local heritage with us on Tuesday February 16, 2010 at 110 Laurier, Ottawa City Hall. Bring out your best outfits from the early 19th century to the late 20th century! All heritage enthusiasts are welcome. If you are interested in volunteering or if you have any questions, please contact 613-562-0405 or membership@choocopo.ca
Be sure to include a contact person, e-mail and phone number. Set up begins at 10:00 am and the ceremonies start at noon. |
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