The fireworks portion of Callander’s biggest community event, FunFest, slated for this Saturday, has been postponed due to high water levels.
Council for the Municipality of Callander made the decision based on recommendations from Callander’s Fire Chief, Todd Daley.
“The water is still high and a significant portion of the Centennial Park beach where we set up the fireworks is under water. The part that is not under water does not provide enough room to set up and safely discharge the fireworks.” said Daley.
Callander’s Mayor Hec Lavigne supports the decision.
“We are naturally disappointed that we have to postpone the fireworks. They have been part of the FunFest celebrations for decades and people love them. But we have to respect the Fire Chief’s assessment. If we can’t keep a safe distance we can’t go ahead at this time.” said Lavigne.
The rest of the FunFest program is not affected by the water levels and will take place as scheduled between 7:30 am and 5:30 pm on Saturday, June 29.
The new date for the fireworks is Saturday, August 17, 2019, during the Sirens in the Park event in Centennial Park.
