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Melgund Recreation

Melgund Recreation, Arts and Culture is a community hub celebrating creativity, connection, and well-being in Melgund Township, Northwestern Ontario. We offer programs in arts, culture, and recreation that engage residents of all ages—fostering community participation, skill-building, and storytelling. From family-friendly events and workshops to audiobooks, exhibits, and cultural programs, we aim to nurture imagination, preserve local heritage, and inspire meaningful experiences that bring people together. At Melgund, creativity meets community, and everyone is welcome to explore, create, and share.
The Dyment Recreation Hall was packed on July 1st with activities ranging from live music, to silent auctions, art sales and activities for the kids.
Melgund Township

Melgund Township Canada Day Festival 2026: A Community Effort

A detailed look at the 2026 Melgund Canada Day Festival, recognizing participating artists, performers, and sponsors who supported this year’s artist market and silent auction.
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Happy Canada Day from Melgund Recreation, Arts and Culture. Thank you for making our community stronger together.
Melgund Township

Celebrating Canada Day Together

Celebrate Canada Day with friends, neighbours, artists, musicians, volunteers, and community spirit across Northwestern Ontario.
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Visit the Melgund Township Summer Art Exhibition featuring Leanne Nicholson. Free admission at Dyment Recreation Hall throughout July 2026.
Exhibitions

Summer Art Exhibition Opens during Canada Day Festival July 1 at Dyment Recreation Hall

Experience original northern Ontario artwork inspired by forests, wildlife, and the land.
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Enjoy live music with Walter and Friends, Gerry and Tanya McArthur at the Melgund Township Canada Day Festival on July 1 in Dyment.
Melgund Township

Walter and Friends to Perform for Canada Day 2026 in Melgund Township

Experience live music, local performers, great food and Canada Day festivities at the Dyment Recreation Park on July 1, 2026.
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Celebrate Canada Day at Dyment Recreation Hall with a huge silent auction, live music, Cookshack favourites, kids' lemonade stand and more.
Melgund Township

Silent Auction Fundraiser: Bid Big This Canada Day in Melgund Township

Spend Canada Day in Dyment with a massive silent auction, local music, delicious Cookshack meals, door prizes and activities for the whole family.
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Volunteers and community members helped make another monthly breakfast a success, strengthening social connections and community life in Melgund Township.
Recreation

Building Community One Breakfast at a Time in Melgund Township

The monthly breakfast at Dyment Recreation Hall brought residents together once again through good food, dedicated volunteers and meaningful community connections.
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This summer, the Dyment Recreation Hall is exhibiting the beautiful work of local Borups Corners artist Leanne Nicholson.
Arts and Culture

The Two-Minute Detour That Will Save Your Nothwestern Ontario Road Trip

Driving past Melgund Township? Take a quick break Mondays and Wednesdays from 1-4 p.m. Explore local artwork and enjoy a hot, free cup of coffee.
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The Community Breakfast and Brunch is a monthly gathering at the Dyment Recreation Hall in Melgund Township, Northwestern Ontario, bringing people together for a simple, welcoming meal and friendly conversation. Held on Saturday, June 27, 2026 from 10:00–11:00 a.m., the event is hosted by local volunteers and offers a relaxed space to connect with neighbours and enjoy good food. Everyone is welcome to drop in and take part in this ongoing community tradition.
Melgund Township

June 27: Community Breakfast Brunch

The Melgund Township Community Breakfast & Brunch brings people together for food and connection. Drop in June 27 from 10–11 a.m.
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We’re excited to welcome Joanne Keewaycabo to the Melgund Township Canada Day Festival on July 1 at the Dyment Recreation Hall and Park. Her handmade hats and intricate beadwork are a wonderful celebration of artistry and tradition, and each piece reflects the skill and creativity that make local artisans so special.
Arts and Culture

Joanne Keewaycabo Craftwork Coming to Canada Day Festival in Melgund

Discover unique hats and beadwork by Joanne Keewaycabo during the Canada Day Festival in Melgund Township on July 1.
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Canada Day: Celebrate July 1st at Dyment Recreation Hall & Park
Melgund Township

Canada Day: Celebrate July 1st at Dyment Recreation Hall & Park

Spend Canada Day at Dyment Recreation Hall and Park with live music, local vendors, great food, and a full afternoon of community celebration.
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Recent News

  • Melgund Township Canada Day Festival 2026: A Community Effort
  • Celebrating Canada Day Together
  • Summer Art Exhibition Opens during Canada Day Festival July 1 at Dyment Recreation Hall
  • Walter and Friends to Perform for Canada Day 2026 in Melgund Township
  • Silent Auction Fundraiser: Bid Big This Canada Day in Melgund Township

Upcoming Events

Travelling through Northwestern Ontario this month? Make plans to stop in Melgund Township on July 1 for the popular Canada Day Festival hosted by Melgund Recreation, Arts and Culture at the Dyment Recreation Hall. This family-friendly community celebration features live music, delicious food, and a vibrant artists, crafters, and vendors market showcasing local talent and handmade goods from across the region. By attending, visitors are helping support local artists, artisans, small businesses, and community organizations while contributing to the growth of arts, culture, and recreation in Northwestern Ontario. Surrounded by the beauty of Northern Ontario, the festival offers a chance to get out of the city, explore the bush, connect with local communities, and enjoy a full day of entertainment, culture, shopping, and small-town hospitality.
Travelling through Northwestern Ontario this month? Make plans to stop in Melgund Township on July 1 for the popular Canada Day Festival hosted by Melgund Recreation, Arts and Culture at the Dyment Recreation Hall. This family-friendly community celebration features live music, delicious food, and a vibrant artists, crafters, and vendors market showcasing local talent and handmade goods from across the region. By attending, visitors are helping support local artists, artisans, small businesses, and community organizations while contributing to the growth of arts, culture, and recreation in Northwestern Ontario. Surrounded by the beauty of Northern Ontario, the festival offers a chance to get out of the city, explore the bush, connect with local communities, and enjoy a full day of entertainment, culture, shopping, and small-town hospitality.

ARTS AND CULTURE PROGRAMS

Melgund Recreation, Arts and Culture is a non-profit arts and recreation services provider supporting programs in Melgund Township, Northwestern Ontario. Business Number 741438436 RC0001.

Ontario Arts Council Multi and Inter-Arts Projects Program

NORTHWESTERN ONTARIO ARTS

Programming is made possible with funding from the Ontario Arts Council Multi and Inter-Arts Projects Program. We gratefully acknowledge and thank them for their support.

Ontario Arts Council Multi and Inter-Arts Projects Program

COMMUNITY RECREATION

Recreation and community arts programs in Dyment and Borups Corners and Melgund Township are supported with funding from the Government of Ontario. We thank them for their support.

Ontario Arts Council Multi and Inter-Arts Projects Program
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