Victoria Day in Canada
Victoria Day in Canada
Victoria Day in Canada
(The Seniors in my village reminded `me: )
Happy `Victoria Day to our Canadian Monte Member's
*I hope this means our MCF Admin `Taz
Lou, gets a well deserved day `off : )
Quick Facts
Happy `Victoria Day to our Canadian Monte Member's
*I hope this means our MCF Admin `Taz
Lou, gets a well deserved day `off : )
Quick Facts
Victoria Day is celebrated in honor of the birthdays of both Queen Victoria and the current monarch of Canada. Local names
NameLanguageVictoria DayEnglishle Jour de VictoriaFrenchVictoria Day 2010
Monday, May 24, 2010
Victoria Day 2011
Monday, May 23, 2011
See list of observations below
Victoria Day, also known as May Two-Four, May Long and May Long Weekend, is a Canadian holiday on the Monday preceding May 25.
Victoria Day is celebrated nationally in Canada. This illustration is based on artwork from ©iStockphoto.com/Michiel de Boer & ©iStockphoto.com/George Cairns
NameLanguageVictoria DayEnglishle Jour de VictoriaFrenchVictoria Day 2010
Monday, May 24, 2010
Victoria Day 2011
Monday, May 23, 2011
See list of observations below
Victoria Day, also known as May Two-Four, May Long and May Long Weekend, is a Canadian holiday on the Monday preceding May 25.
Victoria Day is celebrated nationally in Canada. This illustration is based on artwork from ©iStockphoto.com/Michiel de Boer & ©iStockphoto.com/George Cairns
What do people do?
In some cities, fireworks displays or parades are held to mark Victoria Day. One of the most notable parades is held in the city of Victoria, British Columbia, which was named after Queen Victoria. Many people gather in parks to enjoy fireworks displays, which are particularly impressive in Hamilton and Toronto.
For many people, the long Victoria Day weekend marks the end of the winter and the unofficial start of the spring or summer season. After this weekend, gardeners can be reasonably sure that there will be no more frost until the autumn so they can sow or plant out delicate crops and plants. For the same reason, people with recreational homes in colder parts of the country often go to them to open them up for the summer. In addition, many amusement parks and outdoor attractions open for their summer season this weekend. Notably, stores on Prince Edward Island are only permitted to open on Sunday between Victoria Day and Christmas Day.
Public lifeFor many people, the long Victoria Day weekend marks the end of the winter and the unofficial start of the spring or summer season. After this weekend, gardeners can be reasonably sure that there will be no more frost until the autumn so they can sow or plant out delicate crops and plants. For the same reason, people with recreational homes in colder parts of the country often go to them to open them up for the summer. In addition, many amusement parks and outdoor attractions open for their summer season this weekend. Notably, stores on Prince Edward Island are only permitted to open on Sunday between Victoria Day and Christmas Day.
Victoria Day is marked as a public holiday at a national level. Many people have a day off work and schools are closed. However, it is not one of the general paid holidays listed in the Nova Scotia Labour Standards Code and it is not a designated retail closing day in Nova Scotia. An employer may agree to provide employees with Victoria Day as a paid holiday in Nova Scotia.
It is not listed in the Quebec government's list of statutory general holidays either, although National Patriots’ Day is celebrated in the province. Nor is Victoria Day listed as a paid public holiday in New Brunswick or Newfoundland and Labrador. The Newfoundland and Labrador Lieutenant Governor-in-Council can proclaim an additional day though. Moreover, different holidays can be set by collective agreements to substitute the public holidays designated under the province's law.
Many stores are closed in many Canadian provinces and territories. However, there are some local variations. Post offices across Canada are closed. Public transport services may run to a normal or reduced timetable.
BackgroundIt is not listed in the Quebec government's list of statutory general holidays either, although National Patriots’ Day is celebrated in the province. Nor is Victoria Day listed as a paid public holiday in New Brunswick or Newfoundland and Labrador. The Newfoundland and Labrador Lieutenant Governor-in-Council can proclaim an additional day though. Moreover, different holidays can be set by collective agreements to substitute the public holidays designated under the province's law.
Many stores are closed in many Canadian provinces and territories. However, there are some local variations. Post offices across Canada are closed. Public transport services may run to a normal or reduced timetable.
Queen Victoria was born on May 24, 1819. Following the death of three uncles and her father, she became Queen of the United Kingdom on June 20, 1837 and reigned until her death on January 22, 1901. Victoria is still the longest-reigning monarch of the United Kingdom. During Victoria's life, the British Empire expanded considerably. However, her powers as Queen of the United Kingdom were reduced as the House of Commons became more important and powerful in British politics.
The monarch's birthday has been celebrated in Canada since before the beginning of Queen Victoria's reign. After her death, in 1901, May 25 became known as Empire Day. The sovereign's official birthday was still celebrated, often on the King's or Queen's actual birthday. In 1952, Empire Day was moved to the Monday before May 25 and since 1953, the official birthday of Queen Elizabeth II has been celebrated on this date in Canada. In 1958, Empire Day became known as Commonwealth Day, which was moved to the second Monday in March. The Monday before May 25 then became known as Victoria Day, which is a Canadian statutory holiday.
The monarch's birthday has been celebrated in Canada since before the beginning of Queen Victoria's reign. After her death, in 1901, May 25 became known as Empire Day. The sovereign's official birthday was still celebrated, often on the King's or Queen's actual birthday. In 1952, Empire Day was moved to the Monday before May 25 and since 1953, the official birthday of Queen Elizabeth II has been celebrated on this date in Canada. In 1958, Empire Day became known as Commonwealth Day, which was moved to the second Monday in March. The Monday before May 25 then became known as Victoria Day, which is a Canadian statutory holiday.
Last edited by Space; May 24, 2010 at 09:01 AM.
Oh Canada, We wish you all a SuperDay....Party Time : )
Happy Victoria Day to our Canadian neighbors! Today, May 24, 2010, is Victoria Day in Canada, the day that Canadians mark the unofficial start of the summer season.
Celebrated similarly to our Memorial Day celebrations in the United States, Victoria Day is marked by cookouts, parades, fireworks and family gatherings & Street Racing by MCF Admin `Taz (Lou)
. One of the most notable parades is held in the city of Victoria, British Columbia, which was named after Queen Victoria; after whom Victoria Day is quite obviously named.Victoria Day is marked as a public holiday at a national level. Many people have a day off work and schools are closed. However, it is not one of the general paid holidays listed in the Nova Scotia Labour Standards Code and it is not a designated retail closing day in Nova Scotia. Many stores are closed in many Canadian provinces and territories. However, that does vary with location. Post offices across all of Canada are closed. Public transportation services may run either on a normal or reduced schedule.
Queen Victoria, after whom Victoria Day is named, was born on May 24, 1819. Following the death of three uncles and her father, she became Queen of the United Kingdom on June 20, 1837 and reigned until her death on January 22, 1901. Victoria is still the longest-reigning monarch of the United Kingdom.
I hope all Canadians are enjoying a beautiful Victoria Day with their family & friends, and marking the celebration of the history of their country; as we will do here in the United States this coming weekend, as we celebrate Memorial Day.
Come on `up & Party & Have a Canadian Beer : )
and schools are closed. However, it is not one of the general paid holidays listed in the Nova Scotia Labour Standards Code and it is not a designated retail closing day in Nova Scotia. Many stores are closed in many Canadian provinces and territories. However, that does vary with location. Post offices across all of Canada are closed. Public transportation services may run either on a normal or reduced schedule.Queen Victoria, after whom Victoria Day is named, was born on May 24, 1819. Following the death of three uncles and her father, she became Queen of the United Kingdom on June 20, 1837 and reigned until her death on January 22, 1901. Victoria is still the longest-reigning monarch of the United Kingdom.
I hope all Canadians are enjoying a beautiful Victoria Day with their family & friends, and marking the celebration of the history of their country; as we will do here in the United States this coming weekend, as we celebrate Memorial Day.
Come on `up & Party & Have a Canadian Beer : )
EnJoy 4-Sure : ) Peace/Health/Happiness 2 `all
Last edited by Space; May 24, 2010 at 12:02 PM.
LOL ~ LOL J.J.,
They might just be 2gether partying : )
Lou or Brent haven't been online 2day : )
Hope they both have the day `off & enjoying
their holiday....
Two AweSome SuperRed Canadian Monte Carlo's..
That would be a SUper `pic : )
I hope in my future that I can travel Canada..
From my web searches, it's a super beautiful country.
I like them as neighbors 4-Sure : )
Peace/Happy ~> Out
From my web searches, it's a super beautiful country.
I like them as neighbors 4-Sure : )
Peace/Happy ~> Out
Last edited by Space; May 24, 2010 at 02:41 PM.
Not walking around with a maple leaf. In theory it's a holiday to celebrate a queen from the 1800's. In reality, it's an excuse to party and get drunk.
Today Windsor is celebrating the back to back win of the Windsor Spitfires junior A hockey team, in the CHL. Many of the players are off to play in the NHL next season.
Today Windsor is celebrating the back to back win of the Windsor Spitfires junior A hockey team, in the CHL. Many of the players are off to play in the NHL next season.
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The Victoria Day weekend (or the may 2-4 as it is more affectionately called) is mainly celebrated by taking the first camping trip of the year and trying to polish off a 2-4 (the canadian stuff, not that 3% American beer :p). Invariably this fails, but great stories of drunken camaraderie are made which can never, NEVER be told.
As for the birthday of the queen(s), thats mostly the 65+ crowd.
As for the birthday of the queen(s), thats mostly the 65+ crowd.
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