Thoughts From a "Lost Canadian" About Canada Day

Today I'm happy to let you know about another holiday in Canada - Canada Day which is celebrated every year on July 1st. Some people think Canada Day is like the 4th of July in the US, but this "Lost Canadian" has learned while both holidays involve independence from the United Kingdom, Canada Day marks the beginning of Canada's path to sovereignty—starting with Confederation in 1867. Complete independence came gradually, with major milestones in 1931 (Statute of Westminster) and 1982 (Constitution Act). Here are the details you need to know about celebrating Canada Day . . . 

• Canada Day is the national holiday of Canada commemorating the anniversary of the Constitution Act of 1867, which united three separate colonies into the single, unified Dominion of Canada. It is widely celebrated as the country's birthday. 
• Originally celebrated as "Dominion Day," the holiday was officially renamed to Canada Day on October 27, 1982, marking Canada's total legislative independence from the British Parliament.
• I especially love how in recent years, Canada Day has also become a time for reflection on Indigenous history, truth, and reconciliation, balancing national pride with the acknowledgment of past historical injustices. 
• Canadians celebrate with parades, backyard barbecues, outdoor concerts, and brilliant community firework displays.
• The day is marked by festive Canadian fare, including maple treats, cedar-planked salmon, and poutine, while many citizens proudly wear red and white. 

You will find out more about Canada Day at this link.