Families Explore Big Rigs at Navan's Touch-A-Truck Event
Kids get aboard some of Ottawa’s big rigs at Navan’s Touch-A-Truck

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The Touch-A-Truck event in Navan, Ontario, allowed children and families to explore over 40 large vehicles, including emergency and construction equipment. The event aimed to educate attendees about various careers and the importance of these vehicles, featuring activities like face painting and a sensory-friendly hour.
- 01The event showcased over 40 vehicles, including emergency, construction, and military transports.
- 02Activities included face painting, food trucks, and a sensory-friendly hour for those sensitive to loud sounds.
- 03The event aimed to educate children about the roles of these vehicles and the jobs associated with them.
- 04Navan's Touch-A-Truck celebrated the community's agricultural roots and Ottawa's 200th anniversary.
- 05Families expressed excitement about the opportunity to interact with the vehicles, with many children eager to climb inside.
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On Saturday, families gathered at Navan, Ontario, for the Touch-A-Truck event, where they could explore more than 40 large vehicles. Organized by the Cumberland Township Agricultural Society and the Navan Community Association, the event featured a variety of vehicles including emergency trucks, construction equipment, and military transports. Attendees like Delphine Villeneuve expressed their enthusiasm for the hands-on experience, which allowed them to interact with the vehicles. Shelley Cotton, a director with the Navan Community Association, emphasized the event's goal of showcasing different careers related to these vehicles. The day also included a sensory-friendly hour for those sensitive to noise, along with musical entertainment, face painting, and food trucks. Participants appreciated the chance to engage with the vehicles, with many children expressing excitement about climbing inside. The event also celebrated Navan's agricultural history and Ottawa's 200th anniversary, highlighting the evolution of the community from a rural area to part of the city.
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The event provided a unique opportunity for families to learn about local careers and the importance of large vehicles in various sectors.
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