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On 1st July 2010, Canada was celebrating its 143rd birthday and Queen Elizabeth was spending her first Canada Day in Ottawa since 1997. When she visited Parliament Hill, she addressed the Nation with appreciation for its history and praised what Canada stands for. The Monarch also praised the commitment of the Canadian forces, and said Canada has reason for optimism, even in trying times.

Many party-goers thronged the Parliament Hill to ensure a front-row seat to see and perhaps meet the Queen during her walkabout. The Queen was honoured with a flypast by CF-18 jetfighters and another by the aerobatic Snowbirds, as well as march-past by the Guard of Honour.

Canada celebrated the day with Canadian Tenors and included Street hockey competitions. Canadian’s were all in red and white and feasted on wine, beer and Tim Hortons coffee. Canadian music played all way and visitors could also enjoy bison burgers. Canadian troops in Afghanistan celebrated the nation’s birthday by munching on hamburgers and hotdogs.