Make Canada Day extra special with these must-have party essentials.
Each year, Canadians from coast to coast await July 1 with eager anticipation – not only because it’s one of the summer’s precious long weekends but also (and more importantly) because it’s an opportunity to celebrate our great nation and show off our Canadian pride. If you’re hosting a Canada Day party this summer, check out these 10 essentials that will make your bash the most stylish on the block!
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Canada Day party essentials
Maple Leaf Cupcake Toppers
Cupcakes are always a hit at any gathering, but especially when celebrating a birthday … even Canada’s! Top your cupcakes with these adorable maple leaf cupcake toppers to show your Canadian pride. Maple Leaf Cupcake Toppers, GFetti on Etsy, $5
Canada Day party essentials
Maple Leaf Cupcake Toppers
Cupcakes are always a hit at any gathering, but especially when celebrating a birthday … even Canada’s! Top your cupcakes with these adorable maple leaf cupcake toppers to show your Canadian pride. Maple Leaf Cupcake Toppers, GFetti on Etsy, $5
Canada Day party essentials
Beach Seat – Avalon
Whether you’re celebrating Canada Day by the beach, at the cottage or in the backyard with friends and family, this portable chair is bound to come in handy. It’s got a foldable aluminum frame and an adjustable strap for carrying it easily. In the bright, bold colours of the season, this chair is a pretty and practical addition to your long weekend festivities. Sunnylife Beach Seat – Avalon, Indigo.ca, $89.50.
Canada Day party essentials
Red velvet cake mix
Don’t have time to whip up a cake from scratch? Don’t worry – we won’t tell! This cake mix from Williams-Sonoma is a step above a typical boxed cake, made only with premium ingredients like organic pastry flour and premium dark cocoa. So, not only will your cake look and taste great but you can feel good about serving it, too! Top with a simple white glaze for a red and white cake that’s perfect for honouring Canada’s birthday. Red Velvet Cake Mix, Williams-Sonoma, $14.95.
Canada Day party essentials
SunnyLife citronella candle
Bugs that bite, especially mosquitoes, really can put a damper on an outdoor party so keep them away with this fragrant citronella candle from SunnyLife. Not only does it smell great but the carbon steel holder in red and white is adorable. Made from 100% paraffin wax, this candle has a burn time of 30 hours. SunnyLife Citronella Candle, Gracious Home, $32.
Canada Day party essentials
Red and white striped straws
It’s easy to incorporate red and white details into your Canada Day party décor. These adorable striped straws are the perfect place to start. They’ll also look great on display on your table in a Mason jar, making a pretty and patriotic centrepiece. Red and White Striped Straws, Crate and Barrel, $3.47.
Canada Day party essentials
Red checkered BBQ tablecloth
Flaunt our nation’s colours with this red and white checkered tablecloth. The perfect summertime accessory, this stylish tablecloth is made from soft cotton and can be machine washed for fast and easy cleaning. Matching napkins also available. Red Checkered BBQ Tablecloth, Sur La Table, $23.99.
Canada Day party essentials
Glitter party hats
No birthday party is complete without party hats! As you gather friends and family to celebrate Canada’s birthday this year, get into the spirit with these miniature party hats that are adorable and kind of hilarious, too! Each set comes in a variety of colours and features a gold glitter band around the rim. Glitter Party Hats, Urban Outfitters, $12.
Canada Day party essentials
Tissue paper tassel garland
Need a quick and easy way to add a festive touch to your Canada Day party? These inexpensive tissue paper garlands in the colours of the holiday are just the answer. Hung either indoors or out, they’ll add instant cheer and a celebratory note to your fete. Tissue Paper Tassel Garland, Jamboree Party Box, $15.
Canada Day party essentials
Mason jar drink dispenser
Made of molded glass and featuring a metal spout and galvanized metal lid, this Mason jar drink dispenser is a summertime favourite. Fill with iced tea, lemonade or your tastiest concoction and let guests help themselves to drinks all day long, minimizing your work as host. Tip: Make ice cubes from the same drink mixture as what you’re serving so as not to water down the beverage. Mason Jar Drink Dispenser, Pottery Barn, $55.
Canada Day party essentials
Izze sparkling pomegranate juice
Keep your guests hydrated (and sober!) with delicious and refreshing sparkling pomegranate juice from Izze. Made with pure fruit juice and sparkling water (no added sugar, syrups or preservatives), it’s a winning combo that everyone will love. Plus, the deep red colour will look great on your Canada Day table! Izze Sparkling Pomegranate Juice, see local grocery stores for prices.
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