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CANADA – PUBLIC HOLIDAYS CALENDAR 2019

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One of the favorite things is planning a vacation and taking day off. Nothing is better than a well-formatted calendar with flight info and dinner reservations. But first you need to know when exactly to do it. Here is a list of the 2019 public holidays in Canada and Quebec.
on those days most of government offices, businesses, shops and banks will be closed on.
From coast to coast, Canadians eagerly anticipate these special days, which not only provide a welcome break from the routine but also serve as a time for reflection, unity, and festivity,

DayDateHolidayTerritory
TuesdayJanuary 1New Year’s Day National
FridayApril 19Good FridayNational
MondayApril 22Easter MondayNational
MondayMay 20Victoria Day/National Patriots Day National
Monday June 24 Quebec national Holiday Quebec only
Monday July 1 Canada Day National
Monday August 5British Columbia Day British Columbia only
Monday August 5 Heritage Day – Alberta Alberta only
Monday September 2Labor Day National
Monday October 14 Thanksgiving Day National
Monday November 11Remembrance Day National
WednesdayDecember 25 Christmas National
Thursday December 26 Boxing Day National

In Canada, public holidays are more than just dates on a calendar; they are threads that weave the rich tapestry of the country. Each event brings people together, creating unity in diversity and enhancing Canadian identity. Canadians commemorate their heritage, express thanks, and embrace the ideals of compassion, inclusivity, and belonging via these holidays, making each public holiday a monument to the peaceful spirit of this wide and friendly country.