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Inspired by the legend of The Flying Canoe, the Flying Cano\u00eb Volant is a creative and interactive cultural event that celebrates French Canadian, First Nations, and M\u00e9tis traditions. This year, the festival will take place from January 28 to 31, 2026, in three different locations. Walk the colorful illuminated trails in Millcreek Ravine, enjoy games, entertainment, and activities in Edmonton’s French Quarter, and check out the canoe races at the Ecole Rutherford School.<\/p>\n

The Flying Canoe Volant:<\/h2>\n

Date:<\/strong> January 28-31, 2026
\nTime:<\/strong> 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
\nWebsite:<\/strong> www.lacitefranco.ca<\/a><\/p>\n

Mill Creek Ravine Illuminated Trails<\/strong>
\nAddress:<\/strong> 87 Avenue & 95 Street (Mill Creek Pool Parking at 96 A Street & 82 Avenue)<\/p>\n

The Flying Cano\u00eb Volant<\/strong>
\nWhere:<\/strong> La Cit\u00e9 Francophone and \u00c9cole Rutherford schoolyard
\nAddress:<\/strong> 8627 & 8620 Rue Marie-Anne-Gaboury (91 Street)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Inspired by the legend of The Flying Canoe, the Flying Cano\u00eb Volant is a creative and interactive cultural event that celebrates French Canadian, First Nations, and M\u00e9tis traditions. This year, the festival will take place from January 28 to 31, 2026, in three different locations. Walk the colorful illuminated trails
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