Federal government declares "Virtual Canada Day" for 2020
The federal government has announced that this year, in light of the ongoing global crisis, the nation will celebrate Canada Day virtually.
Word was shared via Twitter on Friday, through the Canadian Heritage account.
“In light of the current situation with the COVID-19 pandemic and the government’s priority of keeping Canadians safe, Canadian Heritage has decided to host Canada Day virtually,” the post reads.
“Details will be announced soon.”
In light of the current situation with the COVID-19 pandemic and the government’s priority of keeping Canadians safe, Canadian Heritage has decided to host Canada Day virtually. Details will be announced soon. #CanadaDayhttps://t.co/jDcqEl6Iw1 pic.twitter.com/210uNAPSY8
— Canadian Heritage (@CdnHeritage) April 17, 2020
What this means for Canadians, as seen in the tweet, is still unclear.
Fireworks might only be seen on screens this July 1. Time — and updates from Canadian Heritage — will tell.