Orange Shirt Day
Orange Shirt Day: History, Meaning, and How to Observe with Respect Orange Shirt Day takes place on September 30 to honor Survivors of residential schools and the children who never returned home. Observed on...
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World Letter Writing Day – September 1
In an era of instant messages and ephemeral posts, the handwritten letter feels like a rare, luminous object. World Letter Writing Day celebrates the lost art of letter writing — a practice that connects...
Halloween — Origins, Traditions, Symbols, and Modern Celebration
Halloween, celebrated every year on October 31, is one of the most widely observed cultural events in the world. From trick-or-treating and costume parties to haunted houses and pumpkin carving, Halloween is a holiday...
National Beer Lover’s Day – September 7
Raise your glass on September 7 for National Beer Lover’s Day. Beer is one of the world’s oldest and most beloved beverages, enjoyed by millions across the globe in countless varieties, flavours, and traditions....
National No Rhyme (Nor Reason) Day – September 1
There are days for poems and days for perfect meter — and then there’s National No Rhyme (Nor Reason) Day, a celebration of the quirky, the inexplicable, and those words and phrases that...
National Days Calendar 2025
Every day of the year gives us a reason to celebrate something special, from quirky food holidays to unique observances and fun awareness days. Whether you’re looking for creative ways to celebrate with friends...
The International Day Against Nuclear Tests – August 29
Quick Guide What Is the Day and Why It Exists History & Significance (Why August 29) Human & Environmental Impacts of Nuclear Testing The UN’s Role and the CTBT How to Observe and Support...
Canadian Public Holidays 2026
See below for the list of Public Holidays in Canada or Canadian Public Holidays 2026 as per the Canadian Labour Codes. Date Holiday Remarks Thursday, January 1 New Year’s Day Statutory nationwide Friday, March...
Alberta Public Holidays 2025
Here are the Alberta public holidays 2025. Optional holidays are marked with an asterisk (*). Dates are subject to official confirmation. Sources: Alberta Employment Standards and Canada Holidays. (alberta.ca), Date Holiday Wednesday, January 1...