Most important Canadian holidays to keep in mind
What are the most important Canadian holidays you should remember and know about, so you celebrate them the way they deserve! Read here!
Important Canadian holidays to keep in mind
Canada is the land of hospitality, friendly people, beautiful natural scenery, and delectable food. People celebrate public holidays at the national level in all three territories and ten provinces.
Knowing the most important Canadian holidays is an excellent way to plan your vacations, get-togethers, and getaways with your loved ones. Although there are many public holidays in Canada, we will highlight the most important ones. Read on!
New Year’s Day
New Year’s Eve or Day is a public holiday celebrated across Canadian territories and provinces. When January 1st falls on Saturday or Sunday, the Canadian government moves the holiday to Monday.
So, you will find all organizations, businesses, post offices, and schools closed on the public holiday. However, the public transit runs, allowing people to move through their towns or cities.
Most Canadians, especially those living in large cities like Montreal and Toronto, make unique plans for the holiday. For example, the New Year’s Day brunch is an excellent way to spend quality time with friends or family. Main New Year’s Eve celebrations are happening in the early hours of January 1st.
In addition, people celebrate across Canadian’s bars, restaurants, residential and commercial properties. You will enjoy outdoor activities, including firework displays and live music concerts across Canada.
Canada Day
Canada Day is another important holiday to remember. As the name indicates, this holiday is all about the country. In simple words, it is the anniversary of Canada, and people celebrate it to relish their independence and freedom of living in a self-governing nation.
July 1st is the Canada Day holiday in the country, allowing people to start their summer season in the most mesmerizing manner. In addition, Canada Day weekend is enjoyable because families and friends go on trips and enjoy activities like camping or staying in cottages.
Similarly, most Canadians head to Ottawa, the nation’s capital and a fantastic place to celebrate the holiday. Once in Ottawa, you will see people wearing t-shirts, shirts, caps, and hats with printed Canadian flags.
Good Friday
Good Friday is another holiday celebrated two days before Easter Sunday. Keep in mind that this holiday is of great importance to people of the Christian Faith in Canada. Christians celebrate Good Friday to commemorate Jesus Christ’s crucifixion.
Therefore, most Canadians will attend special church services and spend quality time with their families. Non-Christians also leverage this public holiday, meaning they enjoy the three or four-day-long weekend.
If you are not a Christian and want to get the most out of this long holiday weekend, make sure you take a short trip with your family. For example, you can take a road trip, go camping, or stay in a mountain resort.
Victoria Day
Victoria Day is another public holiday in Canada. People celebrate Victoria Day to honor the Queen’s birthday. The Canadian government declared Victoria Day as a public holiday in 1845. In addition, Victoria Day, also known as May Long or May Long Weekend, is an excellent way to take a family trip.
It is also the beginning of the cottaging, gardening, and camping season across Canada. Besides, people celebrate Victoria Day across Canada. However, people residing in big cities have more entertainment.
For example, British Columbians enjoy the Day Parade in the Island Farms. It is one of the largest parades in Canada. Victoria Day is also great for relishing fireworks and outdoor events.
Labor Day
Labor Day in Canada is held on the first Monday in September. The holiday indicates the end of the summer season in the country. Families start planning to ready their children for school. So, Labor Day means families returning from cottaging or camping trips and celebrating workers’ rights in Canada.
Christmas
Christmas is the most important public holiday in Canada. People of all faiths celebrate Christmas because it brings happiness, charm, and enjoyment. The celebration of Christmas is different for many Canadians.
For example, some people exchange gifts and spend time with family and friends over a shared meal, while others take winter vacations, cruise excursions, or participate in snow sports. Anyway, Christmas is the best time to relax your mind and body!
Final Words
Public Holidays in Canada are of great importance to the country’s citizens. While Canadians celebrate different holidays throughout the year, the ones given above are the most important. Until Next Time!
- Article based on personal opinion, experience and research.
- Photos from Unsplash & canva.
