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The following set of photographs were taken from the Bradford Witness August 21, 1957 edition, highlighting the Bradford Centennial parade and celebrations.
This float was made by Holland River Gardens Co. Ltd.

The following set of photographs were taken from the Bradford Witness August 21, 1957 edition, highlighting the Bradford Centennial parade and celebrations.
These participants were " one of the numerous groups in native dress," meaning they wore pioneer-based costumes.

A poster for the celebrations occuring to mark the 125th anniversary of the town of Bradford.

"The countdown has begun for Bradford's main 150th Anniversary celebration - the August 17th to 25th Homecoming Week, which will include a Midway, Carrotfest Street Party on August 18th, Sesquicentennial Parade on August 19th, Music in Rotary Park every evening from Aug. 20-24, a Euchre Party at the Happy Sixties Seniors' Club, and more. This weekend, the Scotch Settlement Historical Society is hosting a Special Memorial Service at the Auld Kirk on Sunday, July 29th at 3p.m." ...

"Local businesses are beginning to catch the 'sesqui-centennial fever' - businesses like eSIGNS Canada, which specializes in banners, storefronts, signs, and vehicle graphics. To celebrate, president Gary Brickell decided to have his company's service van 'wrapped' in photos relating to Bradford's 150th anniversary." ...

"Last Sunday, May 27th, the town of Bradford launched 14 months of celebration, marking the 150th year since its incorporation.
In fact, the "actual receiving of Royal Assent incorporating the village of Bradford... was done on May 27th, 1857 by Queen Victoria," said Bradford Sesquicentennial Committee Chair Del Crake, "ten years prior to Confederation." ..."

"Bradford celebrates its 150th Anniversary in 2007.
While some suggest that the celebration doesn't concern the Township area, the Bradford West Gwillimbury Local History Association has a different take on the matter. The Association points out that the relationship between Bradford and the Township of West Gwillimbury has always been strong, predating incorporation..."

Stamp seal of the Village of Bradford, worn with use so much so the stamped letters are nearly invisible.

Stamp seal of the Corporation of the Village of Bradford.

A banner hung in Downtown Bradford as part of Bradford West Gwillimbury's 'Canada 150' events and celebrations.