A float proceeds along George Street in downtown Peterborough during the 2023 Canada Day Parade. A report by Peterborough city staff going before council on Monday recommends cancelling the annual event due to a decline in participation and higher costs.to be reviewed by city council on Monday recommends that the parade be cancelled as it is “no longer a sustainable activity” as part of the city’s annual celebrations on July 1.
Their report cites a decline in the number of float parade entries over the past five years. They say among factors contributing to the decline include the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, waning community interest, and increasing costs, such as higher individual float insurance premiums. Returning in 2022, there were 21 floats and the parade ran for 16 minutes. In 2023, there were 25 float entries for the 20-minute parade.Meet the man who’s lived 30 years in Stanley Park
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