How to Create the Perfect Canada Day Around the Fire

Canada Day is a grand celebration of unity. While we may not be able to go out and join festive gatherings and parades like before, that doesn’t mean that the party is canceled. The pandemic has taken away many things, but we won’t let it take away our patriotic spirit!

You’re in for an epic Canada Day this year — all from the comfort of your own home. It’s time to gather the whole family and light up your backyard fire table or outdoor fireplace to feel the true warmth of this celebration.

Wear the Canadian Colors

If you’re proud to be Canadian, then you should let that reflect in your sense of style! Ask each family member to get decked out in red-and-white themed outfits to wear on Canada Day. Your Instagram feed will have a fashionable and patriotic post update all in one.

Decorate the Space Around the Fire Pit

Let the Canadian theme take over the entire space, and not just your appearances! Go for red-and-white balloons to create a festive atmosphere. If you’re going all out, you might even want to consider getting 154 of them, since it’s technically Canada’s 154th birthday.

If you feel like utilizing some artistic DIY skills, then try making cut-out maple leaves and attach invisible strings to them. String them up with your outdoor lights or like supremely festive bunting.

Safety Note:
Make sure that the ornaments you use to decorate the space are placed at a safe distance from anywhere there is fire!

Prepare Traditional Canadian Food

From barbecue to brunch to snacks – and everything in between – there is no shortage of Canadian cuisine options for the entire family. While everyone cozies up around the fire this Canada Day, you can create a platter of flavors that are sure to please everyone. What better way to celebrate our home and native land than by sharing a meal?

Try making poutine from scratch or smoking Montreal-style meat on the barbecue. For dessert, have a tray of butter tarts and S’mores at the ready. If you really want to go all-out with the entire Canada Day theme, then you could use red and white plates, cups, and napkins.

Create a Playlist Featuring Canadian Singers

The list of Canadian singers who have gone global with their incredible music is probably longer than you think it is. To really create the perfect Canada Day by the fire, you’re going to need a smashing playlist to sing along to. Only true Canadians know every word to “Man! I feel like a woman!” by Shania Twain or “Sk8er Boi” by Avril Lavigne.

If you encounter songs that the whole family finds a total bop, then go ahead and create a TikTok video to document the fun! Canada Day is the perfect time to celebrate Canadian pop culture.

Play Trivia and Board Games by the Fire

It isn’t Canada Day until you’ve played some games! The fire table will always manage to create a heartwarming atmosphere that’s perfect for trivia night or board games. Just be careful not to play any games on a lit fire table!

Don’t just settle for random trivia questions though – tailor them to the festivities of Canada Day itself. Ask questions like “how many points does the maple leaf on the flag have?” — questions like this will truly challenge the wits of the whole family and create belly-aching laughter!

Add Some Sparkle

Canada Day is always celebrated with spectacular fireworks. Recreate some of that warmth into your backyard by lighting up sparklers with the whole family. The magic that these mini fireworks bring is undeniable – no matter your age. Just make sure that you light these at a safe distance away from your outdoor fire table.

Feel the Warmth of Canada Day by the Fire

There’s no need to leave the house to celebrate Canada Day. It’s more than possible to commemorate this holiday and create wonderful memories at home. Gather your family by your outdoor fire table as you honor everything that’s incredibly Canadian. The possibilities are endless. Don’t just let Canada Day — or any other day in life — pass you by uncelebrated.

Events become more heartwarming when they’re spent by the fire. If your home doesn’t have one just yet, then it’s time to start shopping for one! Browse through Napoleon’s premier line of outdoor fire tables for the campfire experience without the mess and work. Our extremely durable and uniquely stunning Ontario-made products will be the perfect addition to your family bonding moments.