The Canadian National Exhibition

(Fire Services Parade @ the CNE)

The Canadian National Exhibition (CNE) is Canada's biggest annual outdoor fair/festival event. It is also the fourth largest outdoor fair in North America. This year it is celebrating its 126th anniversary, and Sophia and I were there to see it all unfold. I've been going to 'The Ex' since I was a little kid, and I hope to maintain that tradition even as I grow older and the allure of petting zoos and acrobats begins to lose its appeal. Here is a collection of select pics from yesterday's festivities.


Dancers strut their stuff in the international pavillion.


A bike jumper takes a leap of faith.


Sophia is UV protected outside the Food Building.


A child feeds ducklings at the petting zoo.


This biker climbs a ramp using just the back wheel. It took him three tries, but he did it.


"Feed me!"


This guy is a rock stacking genius!


Look Ma, no hands.


I want to see this guy jump a ramp on his bike.


Insert your own funny description here.


Soph and I had a lot of fun at the CNE. It's still on until Sept 2nd.


Just like the sign says; Giant Wheel.

Hey Shul of Rock readers, guess what? Dr. Love finally finished his homework and his first advice column will be up VERY soon. I hope it is worth the wait! Also, I'm going to be dropping you the 411 on one of Toronto's most famous hobos! And I'm not talking about Joey Lightstone.