9 awesome Canada Day crafts for kids

Behold the wonder of the Northern Lights right in your own backyard! This beautiful craft is perfect to make on summer nights on the patio. Then just sit back and watch the colours dance. Find the full instructions here.

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It’s time to get a little messy! Break out the red fingerpaint and create your own personalized Canadian flag. Bring it with you to wave during parades and firework displays.

If you’re on the go this Canada Day, bring along this festive maple leaf tote. It’s great for carrying extra sunscreen, water bottles and snacks. Find the full instructions here.

Forget The Paper Bag Princess; it’s the paper bag beaver! Have the kids make some puppets and put on a show. Find the full instructions here.

Inspired by the colourful rowhouses in Newfoundland, these adorable milk carton bird feeders are a fun way to get kids involved in nature. It’s a win-win for kids and birds! Find the full instructions here.

Kids love a craft they can eat! And mom will love that this yummy treat is actually healthy, too. Find the recipe here.

These adorable spray-painted Mason jars make for an eye-catching centrepiece for a Canada Day buffet or potluck table. They’re quick to make for any last-minute party planners. If you can’t find any white flowers, fill the jars with white tissue paper for a festive finish.  Find the full instructions here.

Decorate yourself this Canada Day with these funny printable stickers and tattoos from illustrator Holly Allerellie. From beavers to Ryan Gosling, we’ve got all things Canadian covered. Download our free printable here. 

Make these patriotic and bejewelled windsocks to hang in your yard this July 1. We think they’d make the perfect decoration at your Canada Day barbecue. Find the full instructions here.