Celebrating Franco-Ontarian culture with Le Carnaval
Le Carnaval des Compagnons officially starts this weekend.
It’s the 63rd edition of the winter festival, celebrating Francophone culture, traditions, and creativity in the region.
A few events are taking place Saturday, including a fishing tournament, curling dinner at the Granite Club and an improv match in Sturgeon Falls.
Sunday’s official opening runs from 3-6 pm at Lee Park and includes sliding, skating, dog sled rides, and fireworks.
Throughout the week there’s arts and entertainment, music and dance, workshops, and more.
That includes a circus show and dinner in Bonfield on Tuesday, Feb. 3.
Boréal Day on Saturday, Feb. 7 at 176 Lakeshore will include the unveiling of Bonhomme.
Events include family skating, wagon rides, entertainment, and more.
There’s also a concert that night at the Capitol Centre.
Officials say North Bay’s Le Carnaval des Compagnons is the second oldest in Canada, only behind the event in Quebec City.
For all the details visit Les Compagnons’ website.
Richard Coffinhttps://www.mynorthbaynow.com/Richard Coffin has been a reporter and news anchor on the radio in North Bay for over 25 years. From premiers to people in the neighbourhood, he enjoys connecting with newsmakers and writing stories that matter to area listeners on a variety of topics including healthcare, education, politics, sports and more.
