Canada Day is celebrated every year on July 1st to commemorate the founding of the Dominion of Canada in 1867, when the British North America Act (now known as the Constitution Act, 1867) united the colonies of Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia into one country. Initially called Dominion Day, the holiday marked the birth of Canada as a self-governing nation within the British Empire. The name was officially changed to Canada Day in 1982, following the patriation of the Canadian Constitution. Today, Canada Day is a national holiday that reflects the country’s pride in its history, culture, and diversity.
Canadians celebrate with a wide variety of activities, including fireworks, parades, concerts, and barbecues, as well as community festivals and patriotic displays of the Canadian flag. Major events are often held in cities like Ottawa, where the nation’s capital hosts an official celebration on Parliament Hill, featuring live performances, speeches, and a spectacular fireworks show. Whether through family gatherings, outdoor activities, or participation in large-scale events, Canada Day serves as a unifying occasion for Canadians to express their national pride and reflect on the country’s rich heritage.
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