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2026-05-09 The Moose Soir’EH! A fundraiser for Canadiana Fest!

February 28, 2026 by Amy Crabtree Campbell

2026-05-09 The Moose Soir’EH! A fundraiser for Canadiana Fest!

Bring Your Eh Game!

📅 May 9, 2026 | ⏰ 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM
📍 Old Dog Tavern – 402 E Kalamazoo Ave, Kalamazoo, MI

PSSSST: Want to get in free? Volunteer for the event!

Plaid up. Show up. Moose out.

In honour of our hometown legend, Kalam A Moose, Old Dog Tavern is going full Canadiana for one unforgettable night. This all-ages fundraiser supports the 2026 Canadiana Fest — and it’s packed with live music, comfort food, zero-proof cocktails, and just the right amount of northern mischief.

🎶 Live Canadiana Music

Full Frontal Overdrive – can you guess what band they are covering!?

The Tritones -music of Neil Young, Leonard Cohen & more

Evan Anderson- Gordon Lightfoot, Joni Mitchell, Alannis Morisette ++

The Hen Peck’d Dawgs– Early Acadian, Sea Shanties & Trad/Celtic

John Louis Good– Stompin’ Tom Connors Folk/Country

From East Coast shanties to arena-worthy anthems, the soundtrack spans generations of Canadian sound.

🍁 Old Dog’s Kitchen Goes North

• Peameal bacon sandwiches
• Loaded poutine
• Canadian-inspired specials

This isn’t symbolic poutine. This is fork-required, gravy-and-curd excellence.

🍹 The Drinks

Canadian-crafted beers plus custom zero-proof cocktails made with Clearly Canadian sparkling waters.

Bright. Crisp. Intentional flavour.
Full flavour. No alcohol. No compromise.

🎯 More Moose Energy

Crokinole. Backyard curling.
Meet Kalam A Moose and Bobbie Beerver.
Moose merch. Photo ops. Plaid everywhere.

Dress in your best plaid. Rock the Canadian tuxedo. Flex your moosle.

🎟 Get Tickets

https://app.gopassage.com/events/The-Moose-SoirEH

Early Bird 2-Fer (18+) – First 50 guests: $27 per pair
Adult (18+) – $15

Seniors 65+ / Veterans – $10
Students 18–20 – $8
Youth 13–17 – $5
12 & under – Free

All proceeds support the 2026 Canadiana Fest this fall.

May 9. Old Dog Tavern.
Music loud. Gravy hot. Moose proud.

Filed Under: Past Events and Webinars Tagged With: Acadian Music, All Ages Event, Backyard Curling, Can Am Peace Jam, Canadian Folk Music, Canadian Inspired Food, Canadian Rock, Canadiana Fest, Celtic Music, Clearly Canadian, Community Celebration, Crokinole, Cultural Festival, Family Friendly Event, Fundraiser Event, Kalamazoo Events, Kalamazoo Fundraiser, Live Music Kalamazoo, Local Music Event, Old Dog Tavern, Peameal Bacon, Poutine, Singer Songwriters, Tribute Bands, Zero Proof Cocktails

2026-02-02 Cultural Programming: Exploring Your Canadian Heritage; Reviewing Bill C3 and the Implications of Citizenship, Culture, and Genealogy

January 28, 2026 by Amy Crabtree Campbell

2026-02-02 Cultural Programming: Exploring Your Canadian Heritage; Reviewing Bill C3 and the Implications of Citizenship, Culture, and Genealogy

View the recording of this event here!

You can find the resources mentioned in the webinar here.

📅 Date: February 2, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00–7:30 pm EST

What We’ll Cover:

  • A clear walkthrough of Bill C‑3 and the new rules
  • How citizenship law evolved in Canada and why it matters
  • What documents you need to prove your lineage
  • Practical tips for research and applying for proof of citizenship
  • A moderated Q&A so we can answer your questions live

The event is hosted by Channon Russette-Mondoux, founder of Canadiana Fest and a dual Canadian/US citizen. Genealogical information is provided by Janine Cotugno Guimont of the Kalamazoo Valley Genealogical Society, who is of Canadian heritage. Legal information is provided by Emilia Coto at SISU Legal, also a dual Canadian/US citizen. The event will be moderated by Jax Anger Pipe and Dan Mondoux, Canadians by descent.

You can find the resources mentioned in the webinar here.

Here is the post from SISU Legal that explains more about the path to citizenship, and the new rules involved around Bill C-3: https://sisulegal.com/blogs/news/why-canadian-citizenship-by-descent-is-more-complicated-than-it-looks

This webinar is not about migration pathways, it’s about helping people understand and claim the citizenship that may already be theirs. You may be more Canadian than you think!

Filed Under: Past Events and Webinars

2025 was pretty great…check out the wrapup video for Year Three here!

November 23, 2025 by Amy Crabtree Campbell

If you were at the Can-Am Peace Jam at Canadiana Fest this year, you know what a great time we had. We had everything from Indigenous water ceremonies to lectures on the Great Lakes, to archaeology, to all the Canadian sports, to exceptional poutine, to games galore, to an incredible musical lineup and so very much more. There was something for everyone, and it sure did look like everyone was having a blast.

It was a joyful Michigan autumn day and we packed in all the fun we could! We hope our wrapup video gives you a sense of that. Feel free to share this on your socials, and tag us!

We are already planning for 2026. We welcome anyone who wants to be part of building this festival to an even better fourth year, and if you’re interested in joining the planning, let us know here!

Photos credits to Leslie Dutcher Photography, M2 McMillan Media, Alvin Chin, Danielle Devlin, and Tony Steele for all mascot art.

Filed Under: Uncategorized

Build a community with us!

October 9, 2025 by Amy Crabtree Campbell

Canadiana Fest is growing and evolving and we are always welcoming new team members who might want to participate in various capacities. Whether you’re interested in year-round participation or want to help out at the festival on the day of, or maybe you want to become involved in the inner workings of the planning committee, please reach out to us. We have something for everyone.

Come be a part of the action! In the least, you’ll get a cool t-shirt and have a great time with fun folks.

Before the Fest We have so many roles where you can bring your unique talents!

  • Planning Committee, Media, Support: Want to be involved but not sure where you fit yet? We have a variety of opportunities supporting planning, media, and general Fest needs. Tell us what you’re interested in, what skills you’d like to share, and how much time you have—we’ll find a role that works for you.
  • Grounds Coordinator: Help bring the Fest to life—literally. You’ll oversee the physical setup of the grounds, coordinating tents, tables, chairs, and all the moving pieces that turn an open space into a vibrant festival. On the big day, you’re the go-to problem solver keeping everything running smoothly.
  • Retail Coordinator: Turn Fest spirit into something folks can take home! You’ll lead our merchandise booth, manage inventory and volunteers, and creatively showcase our merch to boost sales and excitement. Ideal for someone with an eye for display, marketing flair, and a love of festival vibes.
  • Canuck Canteen Coordinator: Run our beloved Canadian concession stand and help make a real impact. You’ll manage the canteen from top to bottom—menu planning, logistics, and volunteer coordination—while supporting Fest fundraising and local food banks. A great role for an organized leader with a big heart.
  • The Apothecary: Mix creativity with community! You’ll design and coordinate our non-alcoholic cocktail bar, crafting delicious, eye-catching drinks that delight festivalgoers and raise funds for the Fest. Perfect for someone who loves flavor, presentation, and offering something special and inclusive.
  • Canuck Club Social Events: Help bring the fun and build the community! You’ll organize and host casual social gatherings—from euchre and hockey watch parties to concerts, theatre outings, ice skating, curling, and more. If you love bringing people together and being the social cruise director of a good time, this role has your name on it.
  • Fundraisers for the Festival: Help make the magic happen! You’ll support fundraising efforts that bring exciting performances and events to life throughout the year. If you enjoy connecting with people and championing a great cause, this is a wonderful way to be part of the Fest experience.
  • Promotional support: Help build the buzz and get the word out far and wide! You’ll support Fest promotion by hanging posters, sharing on social media, and spreading the excitement in your local community. Whether you’re in the city or a nearby town or county, your outreach helps make the Fest a success.

At the Fest Here are just a few places we could use your help on the day of the Fest!

  • Decorate the grounds with banners and more!
  • Grounds Crew: set up, clean up/empty trash bins, tear down!
  • Be a Canuck Greeter- meet people at the gates with the map and schedule of events, answer questions, escort folks to our booths or tents!
  • Face painting and game attendants!
  • Be a Mascot Handler- help Bobbie Beerver or Kalam A Moose!
  • Help stock and sell Fest merchandise!
  • Make no-alcohol cocktails! Bonus points for bar experience!
  • Work the refreshments stand (no hot food)!
  • Work in the VIP Tent and the talent Green Room!

If you can do it, we can put it to work! Let us know how you want to help! Shoot us a note and how you’d like to get involved!

Filed Under: Canadiana Fest News

Help us improve in 2026! Complete our exit survey!

October 5, 2025 by Amy Crabtree Campbell

As we wrap up 2025’s Fest, we’re already planning for next year. As you can imagine, offering a free festival means that we have to tap every possible resource. Having information from the public that addresses the validity, value, and importance of what we presented at Canadiana Fest is incredibly important.

If you haven’t completed a survey, would you take a moment to do so? Or, could you send this to friends and family who you know attended? You may receive a survey because you might have been a vendor or a participant in some other way, but please, if you can share this with those you know who attended, we can get a better picture of how to best serve the community next year.

2025 Canadiana Fest Survey https://forms.gle/Z8gD1C8rNe7kzp3MA

Thank you so much for your time and being a part of the Fest this year.

Chi Miigwech, Merci Beaucoup, Thank You Very Much,
Channon Mondoux, Founder and C.C.O. (Chief Canuck Officer) and Amy Crabtree Campbell, Co-Director – Canadiana Fest

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