It's all hands on deck for Ships to Shore Steveston 2014 (June 29-July 1)with the added attraction this year of Canada Day fireworks on the waterfront to cap off the festival.
As part of the popular festival, the Royal Canadian Navy will lead a flotilla of classic and working ships sailing and steaming their way to Richmond for the Canada Day weekend festival.
The Navy's colourful HMCS Oriole tall ship, the longestserving commissioned vessel in the Royal Canadian Navy, will be joined by two of the Navy's eight orca-class patrol ships.
And along for the ride will be the Navy's popular Naden Band, which will do a number of special performances on the Steveston waterfront.
"It's fitting to be celebrating Canada Day with many of the men and women who help keep our nation safe and secure," said Mayor Malcolm Brodie.
Ships to Shore Steveston 2014 runs from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on June 29 and 30, and from noon to 6 p.m. on July 1. Ship boarding is free. The fireworks presentation will take place at 10:15 p.m. on Canada Day and will be viewable from anywhere along the Steveston Channel waterfront.
