North Bay gets set to celebrate Armed Forces Day

The event at Shabogesic Beach will include demonstrations by the Canadian Forces Snowbirds, the Canadian Armed Forces SkyHawks Parachute Team and the CF-18 Demonstration Team, performances by the 22 Wing Band, and other static displays.

2023 Armed Forces Day in North BayStu Campaigne/BayToday

North Bay’s 12th annual Armed Forces Day, featuring air demonstrations and more, is set for Wednesday, June 19.

The event, which runs from 10:30 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Shabogesic Beach, will include demonstrations by the Canadian Forces Snowbirds, the Canadian Armed Forces SkyHawks Parachute Team and the CF-18 Demonstration Team, performances by the 22 Wing Band, and other static displays.

All activities and entertainment will be free to the public.

Memorial Drive will be closed from 7 a.m. until 4 p.m. Parking will be available at municipal lots 2 and 10 on Oak Street, nearby the North Bay Museum and North Bay Transit Terminal. Accessible parking will be available at the Waterfront and those attending are encouraged to wear red or blue.

The entire North Bay Waterfront will be a “No Drone Zone" during Armed Forces Day. Residents should also expect extra noise while the CF-18 Demonstration Team takes to the skies.

"Armed Forces Day is held annually in North Bay to recognize members of the United States Air Force who, as part of NORAD and in support of the mission of the Canadian Air Defence Sector at 22Wing/Canadian Forces Base North Bay, contribute to the successful bi-national organization and have been part of the North Bay community for over 70 years," says a news release.

Take note that there could be dangerous heat that day. Environment Canada is forecasting a high of 31 but a humidex reading of 38. A heat wave coming next week.

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