2026 will mark the 40th anniversary of the annual event at Canada Place, which has historically been the largest Canada Day celebration outside of Ottawa. It is also the fifth year since the event debuted as Canada Together. Canada Together is planned collaboratively with representatives from the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations. From programming to the name and theme itself, the details of the day are carefully considered to create a welcoming experience for all people who live in this country.

The theme of the event, “Weaving together the fabric of a nation,” was chosen to honour Canada’s diversity and to set an intention for the day to gather, celebrate, learn, and share. Weaving was a common activity across many cultures and served as a metaphor for the way that beauty, strength, and wisdom from the past could combine through multiple perspectives to create something meaningful for today and tomorrow.

The event features live music on multiple stages, a citizenship ceremony welcoming new Canadians, a Kids' Zone, an Indigenous Marketplace, and more as well as performers, exhibitors and food trucks - more details to come!

Vancouver-based singer-songwriter Rebecca Sichon (pronounced SEA-shon) blends R&B, soul, and jazz with a voice known for its depth, control, and emotional honesty. Inspired by artists like Yebba and Amy Winehouse, her music explores vulnerability, empathy, and the human experience. A dynamic live performer, Sichon has played over 250 stages globally, including Winnipeg Folk Festival, New Skool Rules, and Nest Fest, where she opened for Ruby Waters. She has performed at 34 Sofar Sounds events worldwide, showcased at NXNE, and appeared at Massey Hall as part of Honey Jam's 30th anniversary celebration. Raised in a musical household, Sichon grew up immersed in jazz, soul, and improvisation. Her music has been featured on CBC Radio, Apple Music's Soul Revival playlist, and Pandora's Rhythm and Brew playlist. With over 500,000 streams across platforms and press support from EARMILK, she continues to establish herself as a compelling voice in Canada's modern soul scene.

A Vancouver-based singer-songwriter, Rebecca Sichon’s (SEA-shon) music blends R&B, soul and jazz into something intimate, expressive, and deeply felt. With a voice marked by remarkable control and emotional honesty, she draws listeners into songs that explore vulnerability, empathy and connection. Inspired by artists like Yebba and Amy Winehouse, Rebecca’s performances are both polished and profoundly human, balancing technical skill with raw feeling. A seasoned performer with hundreds of shows across North America—including major festival and Sofar Sounds stages—she brings a quiet intensity that resonates long after the final note. Having grown up attending the Mission Folk Music Festival, her place on the 2026 roster feels both personal and full circle, bringing to festival audiences a performance rooted in place and experience.

Admission is free! Set against the scenic backdrop of Deer Lake Park (get directions), the 2026 Burnaby Blues + Roots Festival promises to be an unforgettable celebration of music, community and culture. Join us on Saturday, August 8 for an eclectic lineup featuring legendary artists, rising stars and diverse musicians who will fill the air with soul-stirring melodies and infectious rhythms.

Whether you're a long-time fan or new to the scene, the Burnaby Blues + Roots Festival offers an inclusive, family-friendly environment with some of the region’s most popular food trucks, a beer garden and more. Mark your calendars for a weekend of pure musical magic and vibrant experiences! Be sure to visit our friends before the festival at Burnaby Village Museum for additional blues and roots music.

PLEASE NOTE: Rebecca Sichon is performing at the PRE-EVENT POP-UP at the Burnaby Village Museum

Vancouver-based singer-songwriter Rebecca Sichon delivers a compelling fusion of R&B, soul, and jazz, led by a voice known for its depth, control, and emotional honesty. Inspired by artists like Yebba and Amy Winehouse, her music pairs neo-soul rhythms with lush, expressive vocals, exploring themes of vulnerability, empathy, and human experience with intention and warmth.

A dynamic live performer, Rebecca has played over 250 stages across Canada and the U.S, including Massey Hall and Winnipeg Folk Festival. Her work has been featured on CBC Radio stations across Canada, Apple Music’s Soul Revival playlist, and Pandora’s Rhythm and Brew. Featured in EARMILK and awarded R&B Artist of the Year (2022), Rebecca is continuing to steadily establish herself as a compelling and authentic voice in Canada’s modern soul landscape.