Get in the Canada Day spirit with Carleton Place’s annual home decorating contest

As Canada Day approaches, the Town of Carleton Place is inviting residents to go all out with red and white balloons, flags, banners and more during the annual Canada Day Home Decorating Contest.

The popular local contest, which is now open for registration, encourages residents to show off their creativity and patriotism by decorating their homes in all things Canadian. There is no fee to enter, and the contest is open to all interested residents. To participate, residents simply need to register by Friday, June 20, 2025 using the form available on the Town of Carleton Place website.

According to a release from the town of Carleton Place, registered homeowners must ensure their decorations are up by Sunday, June 22, and keep them on display until July 2. A secret panel of judges will quietly visit participating homes during the decoration period to evaluate each display.

Displays will be judged based on creativity, visual impact, and expression of Canadian pride. To up the ante, there will be prizes are up for grabs for the two most eye-catching homes. First place will receive a $250 gift card and second place will receive a $150 gift card.

Residents are also encouraged to spread the word and invite friends and neighbours to join in on the fun. “Remember, the more, the merrier in this community-enriching event,” said the town.

For more details or information, contact Jessica Hansen, Community Development Coordinator, at 613-257-1704 or via email at jhansen@carletonplace.ca