"Plans for Bradford's 150th Anniversary are well underway. On Tuesday night, in a meeting of Bradford West Gwillimbury Council, Manager of Recreation Nick Warman announced the winner of the Sesquicentennial Logo Contest. Local resident Chris Muncey was presented with a certificate of congratulations, a $100 Gift Certificate for recreation programs, and a copy of the logo..."

Bradford W.G. Public Library's float in the 1992 Santa Claus Parade. Theme was the transition from the manual card catalogue to computers. Dinosaur is "Bruno Bronty," made by the 1989 Summer Reading Club.

Photograph of (L-R) Kristopher Thibert, Monica Thibert, and Taylor Thibert at the Bradford West Gwillimbury Santa Claus Parade on November 23, 1991. The description that came with the image describes a written caption on the back of the physical photograph reading "Even though Santa’s “chill” was in the air, Kristopher (3 ½ yrs) & Taylor (4 mos) didn’t seem to mind, as Mom Monica Thibert took turns keeping each other warm”. Taken near the intersection of Collings Avenue and Holland Street West. This photo was taken for the Bradford West Gwillimbury Times but was unpublished. This event is featured in the November 27, 1991 issue of the Bradford West Gwillimbury Times.

"The Walking Parade left the old St. Mary's school yard at noon, led by the Bradford West GWillimbury Police, Fire Department, and St. John's Ambulance, as crowds holding red and white balloons lined Simcoe Street.
To the stirring sound of the Innisfil Pipes and Drums, marchers - including the IODE, members of the Portuguese Community, a contingent from the Base Camp Borden and the Colour Guard of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 521 - paraded down Simcoe to the Arena, where they marshalled on the soccer pitch. In the reviewing stand, representing the community, were Nick Chreptiuk, Renee Desjardins, Helen and George Jackson, Pat and Ron Kneeshaw, Jamie Snow, Marianne and Trevor Wilson, and Mayor Pat Storey, who read a special Canada Day message.
Then the birthday party began, and what a party it was, with 50 cent hot dogs sold by the Lions, 50 cent drinks sold by the Rotary Club, free watermelon from Bak's Market, and an enormous Canada 125 cake, courtesy of former Deputy Reeve Frances Reid.
There were games for the kids (and their parents), soccer and baseball exhibition games, a bike decorating contest, talent show, a dance out in the open air, and as the finale, the largest display of fireworks ever put on by the Chamber of Commerce, which organized the day's celebrations.
"It's really nice to see so many out, when I understand a lot of people have to work today," said Mayor Storey. "People really are interested in a community event that they can take in - it's like an old-fashioned picnic." "

"Plans for Bradford's 150th Anniversary are well underway.
The deadline for groups and organizations to register their special Sesquicentennial events for inclusion in the Official calendar is April 1st, and the launch of over a year of celebration takes place May 27th at 3 p.m., with greetings from the Province, a declaration by the Mayor, Birthday cake, raising of the Sesquicentennial Flag, and a tongue-in-cheek skit bu the BDHS Drama Club, re-enacting the incorporation of the Town.
And organizers are already looking for participants for a Sesquicentennial parade, to take place on the afternoon of August 19th, following the same route as the Santa Claus Parade. The theme: 'Bradford Through the Ages.'
Anyone with antique farm equipment, classic or antique cars; representatives of Minor League sports, and hockey alumni of Bradford's historic teams (The Blues, Vasey Jrs., etc); choirs and bands - in fact, any community group, business or organization is invited to participate in this historic event.
The Town is looking for nominations for Parade Marshal. Residents nominate anyone - a local celebrity, sports volunteer, Minister, educator, or former Mayor - for the honorary position. There will also be a contest for Junior Marshal, details to be announced.
Parade application forms are now in the works, and should be available shortly. For more information, to get involved as a Sesquicentennial volunteer or committee member, or to register an official event, contact Joe Lotto at the Recreation Dept."

Children on the Bradford West Gwillimbury Public Library's float in the Santa Claus Parade.

Bradford West Gwillimbury Public Library float in Santa Claus Parade. Theme of the float was the transition from the manual card catalogue to computers.

Photograph of Sylvester and Tweety Bird shaking hands at the Bradford West Gwillimbury Santa Claus Parade on November 23, 1991. Taken near the intersection of Collings Avenue and Holland Street West. The photo was taken for the Bradford West Gwillimbury Times. The event is featured in the November 27 1991 issue of the Bradford West Gwillimbury Times.

Photograph of the Cathy Cotter Private Home Daycare PreKinder School float with children dressed as shepherds at the Bradford West Gwillimbury Santa Claus Parade on November 23, 1991. Taken near the intersection of Collings Avenue and Holland Street West. This photo was taken for the Bradford West Gwillimbury Times but was unpublished. The event is featured in the November 27, 1991 issue of the Bradford West Gwillimbury Times.