Canada Day

Canada Day is a national holiday that celebrates the country’s 1867 independence from the United Kingdom. The Dominion of Canada was the name given to the new nation, which remained loyal to the United Kingdom and consisted of only four provinces (Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Ontario, and Quebec). There are now ten provinces and three territories in the country. The celebration was formerly known as Dominion Day, but after Canada obtained complete independence from the United Kingdom in 1982, it was renamed Canada Day.

It’s a day for all Canadians to celebrate Canada Day history and culture. While Canada’s birthday is celebrated, it is also vital to recognise and honour the country’s indigenous culture and its significance in the country’s rich past prior to 1867.

Many who enjoy Canada Day celebrations and love to get their hands on a sale in Canada like to shop at these similar events:

• Black Friday - Black Friday is known as the best time of year to save money on big-ticket items, to cross all those names off your shopping list and splash out a little (or a lot) on yourself too.
• Cyber Monday - Cyber Monday is the online version of Black Friday, allowing shoppers to find the gifts they couldn’t get their hands on during Black Friday at deals they can only find online.
• Amazon Prime Day - Amazon Prime Day is a 2-day online shopping extravaganza hosted by Amazon.

On July 1, Canada Day honours the country and all things Canadian.

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To help celebrate Canada Day many Canadians give each other gifts during the holiday. If you are looking for gift ideas or Canada Day deals then you can check out the Gifts & Occasions brands, like these below that offer great gifts and more:

• Michael Kors - Known as a luxury brand across the world for their high-quality clothing products and great gift sets.
• Custom Gifts - Custom Gifts is a company you can rely on, and the desire to become a familiar face at their customer’s side, at the heart of every significant occasion.
• 3D Laser Gifts - 3D Laser Gifts specialises in custom, laser-etched, 3D crystal keepsakes that are beautiful, unique, and ‘from the heart’.

• The United Kingdom’s Queen Elizabeth II has visited Canada multiple times to commemorate the day. Prince William and his wife Kate joined celebrations in 2011.
• In Quebec, where July 1st is also “moving day,” a day when lease agreements expire, the day is less popular.
• On this day in 1980, the song “O Canada” was formally adopted as the country’s national anthem.
• On this day in 1966, Canada received its first colour television broadcast.
• The first Prime Minister of Canada was Sir John A. MacDonald. He also penned a substantial chunk of the United States Constitution.
• Official ceremonies take place on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada’s capital.

Bring out the red and white

The Canadian flag, whether hanging from a window, draped around the shoulders, or painted on the face, is a must-have for any Canada Day celebration! Decorate your home with red and white streamers or red maple leaves.

Prepare some traditional Canadian dishes

Whether it’s maple bacon crack, spicy ceaser, lobester rolls or best butter tarts, Canadians love to celebrate Canada Day with typical Canadian dishes.

Attend a Parade if you haven’t already

Canada Day parades will be held in many Canadian cities, complete with fireworks, street food, and marching bands. Nothing says “Canadian” like getting out and celebrating with your friends and neighbours.

Visit Prince Edward Island

Many Canadians visit Prince Edward Island for its gorgeous coastlines and beautiful landscapes to celebrate Canada Day.