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OTTAWA – On June 10, 2007, the largest flotilla of voyageur canoes in hundreds of years will pass Parliament Hill as locals gather in celebration of the Ottawa River and Canadian Rivers Day. The flotilla will include at least 10 historic voyageur canoes and dozens of canoes and kayaks.
For the third consecutive year, Ottawa Riverkeeper and the Canadian Heritage Rivers System will be celebrating our mighty Ottawa River with a guided paddle from Victoria Island to Petrie Island. Prior to launching from Victoria Island, Elder William Commanda will bless the paddlers and share his vision of this sacred place. The group will be welcomed at their final destination by the Friends of Petrie Island.
The event is open to all and free of charge. Snacks will be available. Registration is recommended. Come and be part of history, the present and our future!
WHERE: Paddle from Victoria Island to Petrie Island, Ottawa
WHEN: Sunday, June 10, 2007
9:00AM Blessing of the participants by Elder William Commanda before departure from Victoria Island
12:00PM Lunch stop at Upper Duck Island
4:00PM Arrival of the flotilla at Petrie Island
WHO:
ALL MEDIA INVITED
– 30-
For more information
Delphine Hasle, outreach@ottawariverkeeper.ca or 613-864-7442
or Jen Katan, jen.katan@pc.gc.ca or (613) 934-2505