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Perhaps the most significant change to the Canada pavilion came in 2007, when the pavilion’s only attraction [[O' Canada]] closed for refurbishment. The closure came about after numerous Canadians began to complain that the film was dated <ref name= "book"/> During the renovations, the attraction's film was updated and given a new narration by comedian Martin Short. At this time, O' Canada’s theme song "Canada (You're a Lifetime Journey)" was also rerecorded by Eva Avila. The updated version of O’ Canada opened to guests on August 31, 2007 <ref> http://land.allears.net/blogs/jackspence/2012/04/canada_pavilion_part_two_1.html </ref>.
On November 19, 2018, Disney announced that a new film was being created for the Canada pavilion <ref> https://wdwmagic.com/attractions/o-canada-2007/news/19nov2018-new-movie-coming-to-o-canada.htm </ref>. It is unknown at this time whatIn June 2019, if anyDisney announced that on August 1, relation the new film will have 2019, [[O' Canada]] would be closing<ref> https://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/o-canada-2007/news/28jun2019-epcots-o-canada-to -close-in-august-to-begin-upgrades.htm </ref>. Subsequently, on August 25, 2016, Disney announced that [[O'Canada]] would be replaced by a new film titled "Canada Far and Wide" <ref name="magic"> https://wdwmagic.com/attractions/o-canada-2007/news/26aug2019-canada-far-and-wide-circle-vision-movie-to-open-in-january-2020.htm </ref>. This new Circle-Vision attraction will feature seamless screen technology as well as new scenes, a new score, and a new story. Canada Far and Wide is expected to open in January 2020 <ref name="magic"/>.
==Layout==
Up ahead, guests cross over a stream and continue their journey along the Rue de St. Louis. On the right hand side, guests can visit the Hotel du Canada. This Victorian building was based on the Chateau Laurier in Ottawa. Representing the type of hotels that sprang up along Canada’s early railroads, the Hotel du Canada has a French Gothic Design. Located at the base of the Hotel du Canada, is [[Le Cellier]], Canada's table service restaurant.
Leaving behind the Rue de St. Louis, guests find themselves following a path along a steep mountainside. As the path continues along a river bank, guests come to an area made to represent the Salmon Islands. Here, a 30 ft. waterfall feeds a whitewater steam that encircles the island. As guests continue down the path, they come upon Maple Leaf Mine home to the Circle Vision 360 film [[O' Canada]]Far and Wide.
==Attractions==
'''[[O' CanadaFar and Wide]]'''- This CircleVision Circle-Vision 360 film takes guests on a tour of all that Canadahas to offer. The film was updated in 2007, and the attraction is now hosted by comedian Martin Short.
===Former Attractions==='''Disney Phineas and Ferb: Agent P[[O's World Showcase AdventureCanada]]'''- On this interactive adventure, This CircleVision 360 film took guests use on a "Ftour of Canada.O.N.E." (Field Operative Notification Equipment) to help Agent P. stop Dr. DoofenshmirtzThe film was updated in 2007, after which the attraction was hosted by looking for clues throughout World Showcasecomedian Martin Short. The adventure is based O'Canada closed on August 1, 2019 for refurbishment. At this time, the Disney cartoon Phineas attraction is expected to get a new film and Ferbprojection system.
==Dining==
==Shopping==
'''Northwest Mercantile'''- This large store sells all kinds of authentic Canadian merchandise. Among the items available here are Christmas ornaments, maple syrup, NHL hockey jerseys, and even Canadian wines. The shop is themed as a frontier trading post which was often used by trappers.
'''The Trading Post'''- This store sells authentic Canadian merchandise as well as Disney souvenirs. This store is themed to look like a Native Canadian longhouse, and three totem poles can be found directly across from it. The Trading Post is connected to Northwest Mercantile.
==Live Entertainment==
'''Les ParfaitsThe Canada Mill Stage'''- This circus troupe/rock band combination performs comedyThroughout the week a variety of Canadian acts perform on the Canada Mill Stage. Currently, acrobaticsAlberta Bound, and music for guestRaffy, Bodh's aktan, Suroit, and the Canadian Voyageurs perform in the pavilion <ref> https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/entertainment/epcot/canada-pavilion-entertainment/ </ref>.'''
===Former Live Entertainment===
'''Off Kilter-''' This Celtic rock band can could be found throughout the week at Canada's Mill Stage. The band was formed in 1997, replacing the previous Canada band, the Caledonian Bagpipe Band. In 2014 it was announced that Off Kilter would end their performances in the pavilion.
'''The Canadian Lumberjack Show'''- This show showcased skilled lumberjacks who competed in a series of events. Each show lasted between approximately 10-13 minutes.
'''Alberta Bound'''-This five piece band played traditional Canadian music of varying genres. The band made their debut on May 5, 2016 <ref> http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/alberta-bound/news/06may2016-video---alberta-bound-debuts-at-epcots-canada-pavilion.htm </ref> and were replaced by Les Parfaits in June 2016.
 
'''Les Parfaits'''- This circus troupe/rock band combination performs comedy, acrobatics, and music for guest's entertainment. The group's final performance was August 26, 2016 <ref> https://touringplans.com/epcot/attractions/les-parfaits </ref>.
==Fun Facts and Trivia==
* The mine that guests enter to see O'Canada Far and Wide was originally named Moosehead Mine. This name was quickly changed to Maple Leaf Mine however , when Canada pavilion sponsor Lebatt Brewing Co. told Imagineers that Moosehead Beer was their chief competitor. The mine's name was changed to Maple Leaf Mine <ref name= "book"/>.
* Original ideas for the Canada pavilion included a larger canyon with projected views of Salmon Island, Quebec, Victoria Gardens, and the Northwest Coast <ref name= "Martin"/>.
* The traditional homes found the pavilion were originally going to house the Canadian Tourism Information Center, but this never came to fruition <ref name= "Spence"/>.
* If guests look closely at the picket fence along the pavilions pavilion's promenade; they will notice that every other post has a Maple leave leaf carved into it <ref name= "Spence"/>.
* The totem poles that are located in the pavilion were originally made of fiberglass. In 1998, artist David Baxley carved a real totem pole which replaced the pole located across from the shops <ref name= "Jack"> http://land.allears.net/blogs/jackspence/walt_disney_world/theme_parks/epcot/canada/ </ref>.