Did you know public holidays are known as statutory holidays—or simply stats? That’s right: Canada takes its holidays pretty seriously, and not just the ones that get you a day off work. The Great White North is home to all sorts of religious, cultural, commemorative, and just plain goofy celebrations.
| Date | Holiday | Category | Tags | Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fri Mar 1 | Justin Bieber's Birthday | Arts & Entertainment | Canadian, Music, Pop Culture | Canada, U.S. |
Fri Jun 21 | National Aboriginal Day | Environmental, International | Canadian, Civic, Historical, Obscure, Wildlife | Canada |
Mon Jul 1 | Canada Day | Federal | Canadian, Cultural Holidays | Canada |
Mon Aug 5 | British Columbia Day | International | Canadian, Summer | Canada |
Mon Aug 5 | Heritage Day in Alberta | International | Canadian, Family, Historical | Canada |
Mon Aug 5 | Natal Day | Government | Canadian, Festivities, Historical, Summer | Canada |
Mon Aug 5 | Provincial Day | Government | Beer, Canadian, Festivities, Historical, Music, Summer | Canada |
Thu Dec 26 | Boxing Day | Cause | Australian, British, Canadian, Irish, Shopping, Winter | World |
