Richmond News
The salmon bake, parade and celebratory fireworks are on the list of activities returning to the annual Steveston Salmon Festival next month.
On July 1, the City of Richmond and Steveston Community Society are bringing back the traditional festival to celebrate the spirit of the community. The festival also doubles as a Canada Day event in Richmond.
A day-long program featuring a parade, live music, exhibitions, demonstrations and hands-on activities will span from Britannia Shipyards to the Gulf of Georgia Cannery from 9:30 a.m. until 10:15 p.m., which is when the fireworks will take place.
“The Steveston Salmon Festival is one of Richmond’s most popular and enduring events,” said Mayor Malcolm Brodie.
“We are delighted to have it return to a full program and parade for the first time since 2019. The festival has been popular for over seven decades. We encourage the community to come together once again to celebrate the spirit of Steveston and its rich fishing history.” …