Toy Mountain Parade
Spectators can line the route to watch festive displays, decorated vehicles, music, and dancers, with the procession anchored by Santa Claus. Attendees are encouraged to bring new, unwrapped toys to help support CTV and MOVE 100’s Toy Mountain campaign. Community groups, businesses, and individuals join in the fun by walking or entering their own creative floats.
What to Expect
Holiday parade collecting toy donations in support of The Salvation Army.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Riverside South
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Riverside South Community Association (RSCA)
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and community members
Vibe
Festive and community-minded
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Float participation is free.
- Hours: 11 am.
- Parking: Spratt Road is closed during the parade from the south end of Shoreline Drive to the north end of Canyon Walk Drive.
Tips & Advice
- Bring a new, unwrapped toy if you wish; donations support The Salvation Army’s Toy Mountain campaign for families in need across Ottawa.
- Plan around Spratt Road’s 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. closure, which runs from Shoreline Drive to Canyon Walk Drive on November 28.
- Choose a viewing spot along the route before the 11 a.m. start, as the parade travels north on Spratt Road.
- Dress warmly for an outdoor late-November parade, and wear comfortable footwear if you expect to stand along the route.
- Businesses, groups, streets, and individuals can join for free by decorating a vehicle or trailer; music and dancing are optional.
Special Events & Promotions
- This year is the 10th annual Toy Mountain Parade.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the parade suitable for all ages?
Yes, it's a community parade for everyone. Santa Claus brings up the end.
Should I bring a toy?
If you'd like to. Bring a new, unwrapped toy for CTV and MOVE 100's Toy Mountain, which supports The Salvation Army and families in need across Ottawa.
Can my group or business enter a float?
Yes, and it's free. Businesses, community groups, streets and individuals can decorate a vehicle or trailer, build a festive display, or walk, run, skip or dance the route. Sign up with the participant registration form.
How can I volunteer?
Volunteers help manage barricades and walk in the parade collecting toy donations from spectators. Volunteer sign-up will open soon.
Will there be road closures?
Yes. Spratt Road is closed during the parade from the south end of Shoreline Drive to the north end of Canyon Walk Drive.
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