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Canada Day fireworks moved to Mission Raceway Park

Public invited to come to park for free, starting at 8:30 p.m. Fireworks start at 10 p.m.
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The Mission Canada Day fireworks display will take place at Mission Raceway Park this year. There is no admission fee to come to the park, after 8:30 p.m. on July 1. Fireworks begin at 10 p.m. / Bob Friesen File Photo

The Canada Day fireworks display is going to get bigger and better as the District of Mission and the Mission Raceway have joined forces to host an expanded display at Mission Raceway Park.

Spectators will have a show to remember this Canada Day as the Mission Raceway and the district partner to put on a special Canada 150 fireworks display.

This year marks the 125th anniversary of the District of Mission and the 25th anniversary of Mission Raceway Park.

The new location allows for a bigger fireworks display than is possible in Fraser River Heritage Park, and the two partners are working with the fireworks provider to make sure it’s a show to remember.

Celebrate Canada’s 150th Birthday at Fraser River Heritage Park from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and finish off the day with a spectacular fireworks display at Mission Raceway Park at 10 p.m.

Residents may watch from their vehicles or view the show from the grandstand.

“We’re excited to welcome visitors to the raceway for a fantastic fireworks display celebrating Canada’s 150th birthday. Visitors can enjoy some races and a fantastic view of the fireworks at the raceway as the perfect way to cap off this important Canada Day,” noted representatives from the BC Custom Car Association, operators of the track.

“Being Canada’s 150th birthday, we wanted the fireworks to be special. When the raceway approached the district offering their site and additional funds, it was agreed that this was a great opportunity for a fantastic community fireworks show to celebrate this special year in Mission,” said Stephanie Key, deputy director of parks, recreation and culture for the district.