Canada Day, once called Dominion Day, is celebrated with the same intent and fervor as Independence Day in the USA. Canada Day marks the event in 1867 when Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and the Province of Canada began the process of becoming an independent and united nation. It wasn’t until 1982, however, that it became fully independent from the United Kingdom. Though Canada Day has only been celebrated since the ’50s with fireworks and barbeques, it’s now a notable day for relaxing and appreciating family and freedom.
Canada’s capital, Ottawa, Ontario, and many other cities and provinces host holiday activities with games, cookouts, parades, carnivals, concerts, and air and maritime shows. There are countless events and festivals to be found throughout each city’s streets, parks, and museums. Fireworks are launched everywhere from Nova Scotia to Vancouver to conclude a day of patriotic festivities.
So how can you celebrate your neighbors to the North or honor Canada Day at home? Try decorating with some maple leaves and add splashes of red and white everywhere.
Another way to have fun is to create some crafts. You can make delightful Canada Day Birds of red and white paper or a simple red and white pinwheel to play in the breeze at the local parade. Today, craftsmen and hobbyists find lots of ways to celebrate the rich heritage of beautiful Canada.
You can find links for some great recipes and craft ideas for Canada Day below.
It’s always fun to join in a celebration, so come on and honor your Canadian friends and neighbors by recognizing one of their greatest days in history. It all happens on July 1!http://www.canadianliving.com/food/canada_day_picnic_sandwich.php http://www.canadianliving.com/food/baking_and_desserts/canada_day_cake.php http://www.canadianliving.com/food/beaver_cupcakes.php http://www.rightathome.com/Food/Recipes/Pages/EggsinMapleHamCups.aspx http://pinterest.com/twintrospective/canada-day/