Residents gathered for a Canada Day parade this morning at 9:30 a.m. in Mount Lehman, and at 11 a.m. for the City of Abbotsford parade on South Fraser Way.
Crowds came out in the heat to see floats from a variety of groups and community organizations.
The City of Abbotsford parade kicked off a day of events and celebration in the community.
The fun will continue at the Abbotsford Exhibition Park (32470 Haida Dr.) from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. with local performers, drumlines, the Abbotsford Youth Orchestra, hayrides, mini-golf, pony rides, a petting zoo and more.
The night will finish off with a fireworks display at 10 p.m. at the park. For more, visit abbotsford.ca/canadaday.
Mt. Lehman is also hosting Canada Day events, starting the day off with a parade. Community activities will continue today at the Mt. Lehman Community Hall (6418 Mt. Lehman Rd.)