Top 5 of #Canada150
Remember Canada’s 125th? Branded as “Canada 1-2-5,” this was the commercial.
In the pre-internet days, TV spots and brochures were really how I remember Canada shared its ideas about how to celebrate.
Fast forward to 2017 and Canada’s 150th (aka #Canada150, or the more fun #sesquicentennial #sesqui) and we’re seeing commemorations popping up everywhere – mostly shared online.
At ruckus, we’ve been working with clients for some time planning how they will take part.
It will be a crowded space this year – as it should be as every individual and every organization in this country is part of the #Canada150 story.
There are official @Canada150th Signature Projects, Community Projects and then a whole bunch more.
Here are my top 5 #Canada150 projects:
- Canada C3 – Coast to Coast to Coast
In my experience, most Canadians haven’t seen most of Canada. This a 150-day sailing journey from Toronto to Victoria through the Northwest Passage. Totally a dream trip. - Explore 150
Lots of us actually don’t know the history and culture within our own back yards. This includes an Android or an iPhone app to both publish and discover those secret spots. - ParticipACTION 150 Playlist
Canada is by far the best world’s best playground – so a list of 150 activities to stay fit is, well, a natural fit. - The Great Trail
Then there’s this 22,000 km trail that goes through all 13 provinces and territories. The Trans Canada Trail reports it’s now 90 per cent done, to be complete by July 1, 2017. - We are the Best by Ricardo
And what is culture without food? Canadian chef Ricardo Larrivée travels the country to bring you food in 52 three-minute video bites. Knowing your agriculture is where it’s at.
So what #Canada150 projects excite you? Tell us on Twitter.
Diane Bégin has a weakness for all things Canadiana. She’s also VP, brand communications & social marketing at ruckus Digital.