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Happy Canada Day! [View all]
https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/campaigns/canada-day/about.htmlThe history of Canada Day
Canada Day is a day to reflect on what it means to be Canadian, to share what makes us proud and to celebrate in our own way. This pride is reflected in as many ways as there are Canadians.
Canada Day highlights the richness of our land, our diversity, our culture, our contributions, but above all, our people. Since 1868, July 1 is an opportunity for Canadians from all communities to come together.
The creation of Canada Day
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Canada Day is a day to reflect on what it means to be Canadian, to share what makes us proud and to celebrate in our own way. This pride is reflected in as many ways as there are Canadians.
Canada Day highlights the richness of our land, our diversity, our culture, our contributions, but above all, our people. Since 1868, July 1 is an opportunity for Canadians from all communities to come together.
The creation of Canada Day
July 1, 1867: The British North America Act (today known as the Constitution Act, 1867) creates Canada.
June 20, 1868: Governor General Lord Monck signs a proclamation that requests all Her Majesty's subjects across Canada to celebrate July 1.
1879: A federal law makes July 1 a statutory holiday as the "anniversary of Confederation," which is later called "Dominion Day."
October 27, 1982: July 1, "Dominion Day" officially becomes Canada Day.
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https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/campaigns/canada-day.html
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