Community Events
Terry Fox Run / Walk For Cancer Research
In Canada, the annual Terry Fox Run is held every September, usually on the second Sunday following Labour Day. In countries outside Canada, the Run is organized at a time that is convenient for organizers.
The Run is a non-competitive event where people get together as individuals, families and groups to raise money in Terry’s name. It is a day of celebrating Terry’s legacy and helping to keep his dream of a cure for cancer alive.
For more information, visit www.terryfoxrun.org
Fahrenheit Festival of Fire of Fire Sculpture
Presented by Artcite Inc., Windsor's artist-run centre for the contemporary arts, the 2009 Fahrenheit Festival is a family-friendly, truly "spectacular" spectacle--and Canada's first fire sculpting festival. Featuring fiery opening performances and feats of daring by Detroit's acclaimed Bacchanal Promotions (with members of the Fire Fabulon), this year's Fest will feature 10+ fiery sculptures created by talented Ontario artists.
 Santa Claus Parade
Santa rolls into LaSalle for the Annual LaSalle Santa Claus Charity Parade and and ties into the tree lighting at Gil Maure Park.
The Canada Post letter carriers are on-scene to pick up all the letters for Santa. Be sure to bring yours and address it to: Santa Claus
North Pole
HOH OHO
Toys and canned goods will be collected at this event to help those less fortunate during this time of joy and sharing.
Tree Lighting Ceremony
The ceremony will take place at Gil Maure Park following the Santa Claus Parade.
LaSalle Strawberry Festival
The Annual LaSalle Strawberry Festival When two tons of fresh strawberries arrive at the LaSalle Fire Department it's a sure sign that the Annual Strawberry Festival is about to start.
The annual event starts June 4th at Gil Maure park, (at the corner of Front Road and Laurier Dr.) and includes a variety of events that will appeal to young and old.
Parade:
Don't let the parade pass you by! Bands, floats, marching units, and more complete this Saturday morning spectacular and family favourite.
Amusement Rides:
Bring the family and enjoy the rides! Over 30 rides and countless games throughout a giant midway provide the thrills and excitement for all ages. Open day and evening hours throughout the festival. (Purchase of tickets required.
Kids!
Sunday is Kids Day. A variety of children's activities are located throughout the Festival, including arts and crafts, face painting, baby contest and more!
Entertainment:
From bands to cloggers to gymnastics, the wide variety of entertainment will please young and old! For more detailed information, visit the official LaSalle Strawberry Festival website at www.lasallestrawberryfestival.com.
Rick Hansen Wheels in Motion
Rick Hansen Wheels in Motion takes place in June.
Relay for Life
Relay for Life is a 12 hour relay to celebrate our survivors, our current fighters and our lost ones. Go to www.relayforlife.ca or info or contact the Cancer Society office at 519-254-5116. Over 100 teams already signed up. Come out to support this wonderful event.
LaSalle Antiques and Nostalgia Fair
Hosting 40+ vendors selling furniture, advertising signs, books, coins, glasswares, figurines, vintage items, nostalgia, collectibles, antiques and much more.
A portion of all proceeds will be going to the LaSalle Community Foundation and Family Respite Services Windsor - Essex
Annual Turkey Creek Canoe Race & Cleanup
 The Friends of Turkey Creek (FOTC) are pleased to host the Ninth Annual Turkey Creek Canoe Race & Cleanup in June 2011. Registration begins at noon, and the race starts at 1:00 pm sharp!
All are welcome – including corporate teams! Cost to enter the race is $10 per person, or $20 per team. All proceeds will go towards future stewardship efforts of the Friends of Turkey Creek, including the Native Plant Demonstration Garden located near Matchette Road & Turkey Creek. A free t-shirt & barbecue lunch will be available for all participants. In an effort to reduce the use of plastic water bottles, participants are encouraged to bring their own refillable water bottle.
Competitors will launch at the footbridge in Vince Marcotte Park in LaSalle, upstream or downstream, and will collect garbage as they paddle out. Paddlers have two hours to collect as much garbage as they can. At 3:00 pm, paddlers will return to the starting point, at which point their ‘haul’ will be unloaded. Each team will be judged for the most garbage, the most unusual piece of garbage removed from the creek, and the best-decorated canoe. Prizes will be awarded accordingly. The winning team will also have their picture taken with our Turkey Creek Canoe Race trophy!
 If you have a canoe, or other non-motorized watercraft, please bring it! Each participant must have a personal flotation device (life jacket), and each canoe must be equipped with a bailer and a throw bag with line & whistle. A limited number of canoes and associated gear will be available on a first come, first serve basis. Gloves & garbage bags will also be provided for the cleanup.
View the flyer (pdf)
For more information, please contact:
Caroline Biribauer, Friends of Watersheds Organizer,
519-776-5209, ext. 245, cbiribauer@erca.org or visit www.erca.org
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