Welcome to Kingston Day

Welcome to Kingston Day is an opportunity for the Kingston community to celebrate anyone who has recently moved to Kingston! Whether you have arrived here from another country, province, city or even neighbourhood, we invite you to join the festivities and learn about the wide range of services available to anyone who lives here.

When and where? 

Sunday, Oct. 27, 2024

• Citizenship Ceremony: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Kingston Frontenac Public Library - Central Branch, 130 Johnson St.
• Welcome to Kingston Fair: 12 to 3 p.m. at  Kingston City Hall and Springer Market Square (behind City Hall), 216 Ontario St.

Activities 

• The citizenship ceremony is the final step in the process of becoming a Canadian citizen! Participants take their Oath of Citizenship and receive a Certificate of Canadian Citizenship.  
• Following the ceremony, the celebration continues at City Hall and Springer Market Square for the Welcome to Kingston Fair! Everyone is welcome to this free event that showcases the amazing resources available in the city.  
• Representatives from City departments and community organizations will be there to provide information, offer support and answer questions.
• Enjoy free family-friendly activities, giveaways, tours of Kingston City Hall and more!

Accessibility

The Kingston Frontenac Public Library - Central Branch is accessible to those who have mobility issues or use mobility devices. Accessible washrooms on site.  

Kingston City Hall and Springer Market Square are accessible to those who have mobility issues or use mobility devices. Accessible washrooms are located on the first floor of City Hall.