The parade through downtown Canora on July 22 involved a number of entries which brought to mind different periods and people in Canada’s 150-year history, including the history of Canora.
The procession was led by a 1946 fire truck, followed by a number of more modern fire trucks and rescue vehicles.
Canora-Pelly MLA Terry Dennis found a stylish way to ride in the parade in a 1951 Buick.
A reminder of the very early days of motorized transportation was a horseless carriage entry from Peter and Carol Stachiw of Preeceville.
Before the automobile era, horses were the main source of horsepower. The Good Spirit 4-H Club’s entry was driven by Linda Banga. Her two Clydesdales pulled a grain wagon, which she likes to use in parades.
Agriculture was well represented by a 1947 Case VAC tractor driven by Al Trach. Trach said he did considerable work on the tractor to get it parade ready, including substantial body work, a new paint job, new tires, and a new electrical system and gauges.
The Canora Veselka Ukrainian Dance Club entry in the parade carried a number of its young dancers.
The float representing the Canora & District Healthcare Foundation prominently displayed the red and white colours of Canada 150.
A 1977 Mercury Cougar XR7 was the Canora Wheatland Lioness Club entry in the parade. Driven by Sharon Ciesielski, it also serves as a reminder of the time when Ciesielski and her late husband Carl owned the C. C. Ford dealership in Canora.
The Town of Canora spruced up one of its trucks with vibrant colours and flowers to create an eye-catching entry in the parade.
