The first Highland dance competition at the new Victoria Scottish Community Centre, 1803 Admirals Rd. Info: [email protected].

The College of Piping are excited to have you join for the 2023 Christmas Recital,  to showcase their students and all of their talent. Info: www.collegeofpiping.com

Celebrate Hogmanay with The Scottish Society of Ottawa. A fun night of Celtic music and friendship at Aberdeen Pavillion. Info: www.ottscot.ca

Celebrate Scotland’s National Bard, Robbie Burns! Fiddler, Rosie Carver, with Celtic band Blackthorn and a special guest piper feature the musical traditions of Scotland with a special focus on Burns’ songs and poems. Heart-wrenching airs and ballads, humorous songs with rousing choruses and lively jigs and reels are brought to life with Blackthorn’s luscious harmonies ... Read more

The St. Andrew’s Society looks forward to holding their traditional Burns Supper, the event follows the time-honoured format with the Address to a Haggis, The Immortal Memory and Toasts to the Lassies and Laddies, at the University Club of Toronto. Info: www.standrewstoronto.ca

Celebrating the life and poetry of Robert Burns at St Johns United Church, 262 Randall St. Info: www.eventbrite.ca/e/rabbie-burns-supper-celebrating-the-life-poetry-of-robert-burns-tickets-747429189827

A Burns dinner is a celebration of the life and poetry of the poet Robert Burns, the author of many Scottish poems. Join the The Flagstaff Scottish Club to celebrate the Bard. Info: www.flagstaffscottishclub.com/robbieburns

Celebrate Robert Burns with The Scottish Society of Ottawa. A night to celebrate the life and works of Scotland's Bard . Info: www.ottscot.ca

Share a wee dram with friends, enjoy a traditional Scottish meal and raise your glass in a toast to the lads and lassies at L'Espace Canal at L'Ambroisie, 4020 Saint Ambroise St. Info: www.standrews.qc.ca/burns-supper.html

12pm at the Robert Burns Statue (Allan Gardens -Sherbourne and Carlton). Everyone is welcome to celebrate of the birthday of Scotland’s national bard. There will be piping, haggis, neeps, tatties, singing, and good cheer. Info: www.standrewstoronto.ca

Ceilidh dance at Scottish Cultural Centre, 8886 Hudson St, with live music by Calanais from 8 – 10:30.  All dances taught, walked and called.  No partner or experience necessary.  Wear loose clothing (dancing is warm work) and flat, soft soled shoes.  Lots of fun and refreshments. Info: www.vancouverceilidh.org

The evening is a celebration of the life and poetry of Robert Burns, and an evening full of entertainment, food and fun at Royal Canadian Legion105 Industrial Pkwy N. Info: www.whiteheatherpipesanddrums.com/robbie-burns-dinner

Traditional Scottish meal, entertainment and dancing to the Scottish music of Kilbirnie Station Band at the Scottish Cultural Centre, 8886 Hudson St. Info: www.rscdsvancouver.org

Ceilidh dance at Scottish Cultural Centre, 8886 Hudson St, with live music by Calanais from 8 – 10:30.  All dances taught, walked and called.  No partner or experience necessary.  Wear loose clothing (dancing is warm work) and flat, soft soled shoes.  Lots of fun and refreshments. Info: www.vancouverceilidh.org

Kilt Skate at the Centre Wellington Sportsplex. Tartan up and enjoy some skating, hot chocolate and shortbread and of course the sound of the bagpipes. Info: www.fergusscottishfestival.com

Ceilidh dance at Scottish Cultural Centre, 8886 Hudson St, with live music by Calanais from 8 – 10:30.  All dances taught, walked and called.  No partner or experience necessary.  Wear loose clothing (dancing is warm work) and flat, soft soled shoes.  Lots of fun and refreshments. Info: www.vancouverceilidh.org

This will be the first time that the Dressed to Kilt show, the most prestigious and largest Scottish fashion show in the world, has been held outside the United States. The theme of the Toronto fashion show will be “Dress for Adventure – From Caledonia to Canada”. This is a tribute to the fashion of ... Read more

Celebrating the 60th Anniversary of RSCDS Vancouver with guest musicians from Scotland Marion Anderson at the Scottish Cultural Centre, 8886 Hudson St. Info: www.rscdsvancouver.org

Ceilidh dance at Scottish Cultural Centre, 8886 Hudson St, with live music by Calanais from 8 – 10:30.  All dances taught, walked and called.  No partner or experience necessary.  Wear loose clothing (dancing is warm work) and flat, soft soled shoes.  Lots of fun and refreshments. Info: www.vancouverceilidh.org

Saskatchewan's premier Scottish festival with pipe bands, Clans, dancing and more at Victoria Park. Info: www.saskhighland.ca

The longest continually running Highland Games in North America at Topaz Park. Info: www.victoriahighlandgames.com

Featuring internationally renowned military bands, dancers, musicians, and marching troops, this riveting and immersive show seeks to bring people together through music, dance, and the commemoration of Canadian military and monarch history. Info: www.okanagantattoo.ca

Celebrating 20 years of Scottish culture and athletics.  Info: www.gatheringofthescots.com

Events includes highland dance, pipes & drums, heavy events, and sword competitions  as well as demonstrations, workshops, live entertainment, and cultural exhibitions at at the Hal Betts Sportsplex,  corner of Assomption Blvd and Vaughn Harvey Blvd. Info: www.monctonhighlandgames.com

Events include: Friday Night Tattoo at the Cobourg Community Centre, and Ceilidh at the Lions Pavilion in Victoria Park, as well as  a Saturday Night Ceilidh. Saturday will provide a full day's entertainment in Victoria Park. Info: www.cobourghighlandgames.ca.

The British Columbia Highland Games-with Scottish entertainment, information, displays and competitions. Info: www.scotfestbc.com

New venue at the Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village, 6155 Arner Townline, Kingsville. Pipes & Drums, Highland Dancing, Scottish Athletic Heavy Events, Tug of War, Clan Village, Sheep Herding, Haggis Hurl, vendors and so much more. Info: www.facebook.com/kingsvillehighlandgames

Pipe Bands, Highland Dancers, Heavy Games, Canoe/Kayak Races, Sheep shearing, Clan booths, Sword demos at Legacy Park. Info: www.manitobahighlandgathering.org

There’s something for everyone at the Tattoo: marching bands, acrobats, dancers, military displays, pipes and drums, and much more. Info: www.nstattoo.ca

Wishing all our Canadian readers, advertisers and friends a very Happy Canada Day!

A full program of Scottish events, competitions and celebrations-the longest running Highland Games in North America. Info: www.antigonishhighlandgames.ca

One of Canada's top Scottish events and including the North American Pipe Band Championships. Witness an outstanding display of music, dance, sports, fiddling, pageantry, and tradition. Info: www.glengarryhighlandgames.com

Every year, the Games brings together Montrealers of all backgrounds to celebrate Scottish sport, music and culture at Douglas Hospital. A great family fun day out. Info: www.montrealhighlandgames.com

We  welcome MacAulays of all spellings and friends, and friends of friends, to join us at our 2024 International Gathering in Baddeck. Meet MacAulays and friends from around the world. Info: www.clanmacaulay.org.uk/2024-clan-gathering-annoucement

An annual three-day event that celebrates local Scottish heritage and features world-renowned talent and entertainment. Featuring: Heavy Events Competitions, Pipe Band Competitions, Highland Dancers, over 50 Clans & Heritage Village, Whisky Tasting, McKiddie’s Centre, Celtic musicians and international vendors featuring Scottish wares and more. Info: www.fergusscottishfestival.com

A celebration of Celtic culture and tradition in the beautiful Rockies, on Labour Day Weekend. Info: www.canmorehighlandgames.ca