Sunday, August 9th
2:00 PM – Provincial Seaman’s Memorial Service
The public is invited to lunch at the Canso Lion’s Club following the service.
Sponsored by the Canso Lions Club
Contact Ray White at 902-366-2785 or Catherine DeRabbie at 902-366-2721
4:00 PM – Tour of the Wilmot Cemetery
Starting at 119 Wilmot Street. Established in 1764 and is currently being restored by volunteers. Come hear all the amazing stories and explore the site. Please wear sturdy/dry footwear and participate at your own risk.
Sponsored by the Canso Wilmot Cemetery Society
Contact Susan O’Handley at 902-870-5192
7:00 PM – Bingo at the Canso Fire Hall
Sponsored by the Star of the Sea Parish
Contact Flo Flemming at 902-870-6283
7:30 PM – 45’s Card Play at the Shamrock Club
Loonie pot and 50/50 draw
Sponsored by the Shamrock Club
Monday, August 10th
10:00 AM – Kids Fun Fair at the Canso Waterfront
Rain venue will be the Canso Arena.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Sponsored by Canso Area Childcare Association with Kids First
11:00 AM – Bernie MacLean Memorial Volleyball Tournament at FECCA School in Hazel Hill (Ages 15+)
Sponsored by the Municipality of the District of Guysborough and the MacLean Family
Contact Krista Chisholm at 902-366-2924
12:00 PM – Youth Washer Toss at the Canso Waterfront
For teams of 2, Ages 10-12, 13-15, and 16-18. It is FREE to register and cash prizes are up for grabs! Must Pre-register by July 31st Contact Angila Wallace at 902-870-6742, or Mandi Greencorn at 902-717-0322 or Facebook.
Sponsored by the Canso Library Resource Society, partnered with SchoolsPlus CYCP
6:00 PM Drop in Pickleball at the Canso Arena
Sponsored by the Municipality of the District of Guysborough
Contact Krista Chisholm at 902-366-2924
Tuesday, August 11th
10:00 AM – Sandcastle Building Contest at the Little Dover Day Use Park
Sponsored by the Naomi Society
Contact Katie Johnson at 902-863-3807
1:00 PM – Free Family Swim at the Canso Community Pool
Sponsored by the Municipality of the District of Guysborough
Contact Krista Chisholm at 902-366-2924
6:00 PM Drop in Pickleball at the Canso Arena
Sponsored by the Municipality of the District of Guysborough
Contact Krista Chisholm at 902-366-2924
7:30 PM 45’s Card Play at the Shamrock Club
Loonie pot and 50/50 draw
Sponsored by the Shamrock Club
Wednesday, August 12th
9:00 AM – Dune Defenders: A beach vegetation workshop at Fox Island Main Beach
Learn about the types of beach plants, how to identify and protect them. Free entrance, but registration recommended. Sponsored by the Eastern Shore Citizen Science Coastal Monitoring Network. Contact Susan McKeough at 902 338 0192 or Camilo M. Botero at 902-399-63-09
10:00 AM – 26th Annual Kaila Feltmate Bike/Scooter Rodeo Run at the Canso Arena
Hotdogs, freezies, door prizes, and loot bags! Please register by 9 AM. Participation is FREE, however, we will be accepting donations to the Palliative Care Unit at Eastern Memorial Hospital in memory of Kaila.
Sponsored by the Canso RCMP
Contact Melissa Richards at 902-366-2440
1:00 PM – Candy Bar Bingo at St. Agnes Parish Hall (905 Dover Rd.)
Cost to participate is $5 per player, and additional cards are $1.
Sponsored by St. Agnes Parish Hall Group
Contact Danielle Haines at 902-870-6794
5:00 PM-8:30 PM – Free Let’s Glow Dance Parties at the Canso Curling Club
Party for ages 5-9 years is 5:00 to 6:30, with ages 10-14 from 6:30 to 8:30. Wear white or neon clothing. Glowsticks will be provided but feel free to bring your own as well. Snacks and drinks will be available for sale.
Sponsored by the Canso Curling Club
Contact Ashley Boudreau at 902-870-5047
5:30 PM – Canso Amazing Race begins at Sailor’s Rest Park (Ages 15+)
Teams of 2 must pre-register to participate. Vehicle & photo capable device required to travel to locations and/or complete challenge. Date of Birth for each team member is required when registering.
Sponsored by Canso Library & Resource Center
Contact Kerri Rhynold at 902-870-4806 or Mandi Greencorn at 902-717-0322
6:00 PM – Drop in Pickleball at the Canso Arena
Sponsored by the Municipality of the District of Guysborough
Contact Krista Chisholm at 902-366-2924
8:30 PM – FREE Reusable glow sticks at Sailor’s Rest Café
Members of the Lion’s Club will be handing out glow sticks just in time for the Boat Parade!
Sponsored by the Canso Lion’s Club
9:00 PM – Second Annual Boat Parade of Lights along the Canso Harbour
Fishing boats and small vessels are invited to decorate their boats with Christmas/Halloween lights, inflatables, etc. and join us in a parade around the harbour! The group will vote for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place for both categories of fishing boats and small crafts!
Sponsored by the Canso Harbour Authority
Contact Donna Wallace at 902-870-0536 or Jocelyn Dixon at 902-870-4123
Thursday, August 13th
10:00 AM–12:00 PM – Colombian Coffee Workshop at the Canso Lions Club (new date/time)
A two-hour experience to learn and enjoy why Colombian coffee is known as the best in the world. Contact Cristina Pereira at 902-399-6312 or Camilo Botero at 902-399-6309
10:00 AM – Scavenger Hunt at the Stanfest Concession Area
(Ages 14 & under)
Sponsored by the Last Port Motel
Contact Tammy Ehler at 902-870-5126
12:00 PM – Family Weiner BBQ at the Canso Sports Complex
Organized by the Municipality of the District of Guysborough
Sponsored by Priscilla MacKenzie.
Contact Krista Chisholm at 902-366-2924
1:00 PM – Youth Activities at the Canso Sports Complex
Sponsored by the Municipality of the District of Guysborough
Contact Krista Chisholm at 902-366-2924
4:00 PM-6:00 PM – Bean and Chili Supper at St. Paul’s Church
Take Out Only, cost is $10
Contact Beatrice at 902-366-2548 or Cora at 902-366-2932
7:00 PM – Triva Night at the Canso Lions Club (Ages 19+)
Teams must consist of four people. $40/team. Sponsored by the Canso & Area Community Events Association
Contact Donna Wallace at 902-870-0536 or Kerri Rhynold at 902-870-4806
8:30 PM – Free Teen Swim & Music Videos at the Canso Community Pool
Sponsored by the Municipality of the District of Guysborough
Contact Krista Chisholm at 902-366-2924
9:00 PM – Country Music Show by Keven Daken at AJ’s Pub ($10/person)
Contact AJ Taylor at 902-366-2281
Friday, August 14th
11:00 AM – Cardboard Canoe Races at Canso Community Pool (Ages 8-12)
A maximum of 10 teams of 2 can participate. Please see our website for the requirements and details to participate in this event. Must Pre-register by July 31st. Pre-register ASAP to ensure you get a spot!
Sponsored by the Canso Library Resource Centre, Municipality of the District of Guysborough and the Down Home Wholesale.
Contact Mandi Greencorn at 902-717-0322 or on Facebook.
12:00 PM Washer Toss Tournament at Cape Canso Marina
Registration is $10 per person, with cash prizes to be won!
Sponsored by the Canso Curling Club
Contact Amanda MacLean at 902-870-7656
1:00 PM – Children/Youth Swim Races at the Canso Community Pool
Sponsored by the Municipality of the District of Guysborough
Contact Krista Chisholm at 902-366-2924
4:00 PM–7:00 PM – Poker Rally at Cape Canso Marina
Cost is $5.00 per hand and will have 50/50 tickets for sale. Rain Date is Saturday.
Sponsored by the Canso & Area Community Events Association
Contact Kerri Rhynold at 902-870-4806
6:00 PM – First Responders Slo-Pitch Game at the Canso Ball Field – Postpone until a later date –
Come watch the ultimate face off between the RCMP and Canso Hazel Hill Fire! All proceeds will be donated to ball field maintenance
Contact Melissa Richards at 902-366-2204, or John Cook at 902-318-1499
6:00 PM – Drop in Pickleball at the Canso Arena
Sponsored by the Municipality of the District of Guysborough
Contact Krista Chisholm at 902-366-2924
7:00 PM – Street Dance at the Canso Waterfront
Sponsored by the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 46
Contact Juanita Dort at 902-227-8735
8:30 PM – FREE Reusable glow sticks at Sailor’s Rest Café
Members of the Lion’s Club will be handing out glow sticks just in time for the Fireworks display!
Sponsored by the Canso Lion’s Club
AT DUSK – Fireworks at the Canso Waterfront
Don’t miss our spectacular fireworks show!
Please click here to view a list of our sponsors
Contact Donna Wallace at 902-870-0536
10:00 PM – Leah & Kyle feat. Andre Pettipas at AJ’s Pub ($20/person)
Contact AJ Taylor at 902-366-2281
Saturday, August 15th
8:30 AM – The Annual Kenny Richards Memorial Co-ed Lob Ball Tournament at the Canso Arena Ball Field
Contact Melissa Richards at 902-366-2204, or Shane Richards at 902-631-4723
11:00 AM – Regatta Street Parade featuring the Clan Farquharson!
Judging and lineup begin at the Canso Lion’s Den. Participants must arrive by 10:15 AM to be judged.
Please click here to view a list of our sponsors
Contact Donna Wallace at 902-870-0536
11:30 AM – Chowder Dinner at the Shamrock Club ($15/person)
Beginning immediately after the Parade.
Sponsored by the Star of the Sea Parish
Contact Flo Flemming at 902-870-6283
12:00 PM-3:00 PM – Midway at the Canso Waterfront
Games of Chance, Crafts and Gifts for sale, and a variety of Inflatables for youth (make sure you come prepared… you might get wet!) This year we have food from Little Sombrero, Luella Baker and Sailor’s Rest Café! Maritime based clothing company Salty DNA will be on site!
Thank you to MLA Greg Morrow for his dedicated support and promotion of this event.
Lindy Skutnik at 250-616-0597
3:00 PM – TEEN Cardboard Canoe Races at the Canso Waterfront
Two races will be held, ages 13-15, and ages 16-18. Parents may assist in the build of the cardboard watercraft, but can not sail the vessel!
Please visit our website to see all details and requirements for participating in this event! There will be CASH Prizes for the winners. Must pre-register by July 31.
Sponsored by the Canso Library & Resource Centre and Councilor Fin Armsworthy District Based Grant
Contact Mandi Greencorn by text/call 902-717-0322 or on Facebook.
3:00 PM–8:00 PM – Hootenanny at the Canso Fire Hall
Sponsored by the Canso Hazel Hill Fire Dept. Ladies Auxiliary
Contact Theresa Casey at 902-318-2164 or Gertie Grant at 902-366-2673
10:00 PM–2:00 AM – Adult Dance at the Canso and Area Arena ($10/person)
This year’s Regatta dance features music by DJ Clarice Grant! Note that this event is for Ages 19+ and that IDs may be requested.
Sponsored by the Canso Curling Club
Contact Susan O’Handley at 902-870-5192
Sunday, August 16th
9:00 AM – Finals for the Annual Kenny Richards Memorial Co-ed Lob Ball Tournament at the Canso Ball Field
9:00 AM Memorial Hymn Sing at St. Paul’s United Church
Contact Beatrice at 902-366-2548, Cora at 902-366-2932, or Rev. Heather at 902-533-3737
1:00 PM – Seamen’s Memorial Wreaths to Sea at Whitman’s Wharf
Sponsored by the Canso Lion’s Club
Contact Ray White at 902-366-2785 or Catherine Derabbie at 902-366-2721
3:00 PM – COLOR RUN! at the Chapel Gully Trail (Ages 5+)
Along the course, color runners are doused with different colored powders. The event is free, however donations for ongoing trail maintenance are welcome.
Note: We recommend wearing sunglasses or goggles and a mask to prevent excessive inhalation.
Contact Susan O’Handley at 902-870-5192
7:00 PM – Prize Bingo at the Canso Fire Hall
Sponsored by the Canso Curling Club
Contact Katelynn Delorey at 902-237-1755