Last chance to attend the 2006 Canadian Sunset Ceremonies

OTTAWA, July 1, 2006 — The Royal Canadian Mounted Police is pleased to invite the media and the public to experience the last night of the 2006 Canadian Sunset Ceremonies.

The theme of this year’s performance is "Celebrate healthy active living.”

Rain or shine, free performances will run nightly from 7-9 p.m. at the RCMP stables located at the Canadian Police College on St. Laurent Blvd. North.

The grounds can be accessed via OC Transpo route #7. Free parking is available directly off the Rockcliffe Parkway, however, space is very limited.

Proceeds donated by the crowd will be given to the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation and the Therapeutic Riding Assocation of Ottawa-Carleton.

Each night, spectators will be treated to a wide variety of performances beginning with a pre-show at 6 p.m. and concluding with the world famous Musical Ride and the signature Sunset Ceremony.

This year’s media sponsors are: CTV, Majic 100, 580 CFRA, CJRC 1150, The Ottawa Citizen, TVA - CHOT, Le Droit and 97,1 Couleur FM.

Bring a blanket or lawn chair, and be sure to dress for the elements as the show will go on except in exceptionally bad weather. The grounds are wheelchair accessible. Food, beverages and souvenirs may be purchased on the grounds.

Spend a summer evening with friends and family enjoying an Ottawa tradition and watching a national icon perform!

For more information, visit the 2006 Canadian Sunset Ceremonies site or call the information line at (613) 742-1335

For media enquiries, please contact the RCMP’s Public Affairs and Communication Services Directorate:
Tel: (613) 993-2999