Family Day
Guide to the date, history, cultural origins and celebration traditions of Family Day in Canada.
History & Origins of Family Day
Family Day is a statutory civic holiday celebrated in several Canadian provinces. Historically introduced first in Alberta in 1990, it was created to emphasize the vital social importance of family values, and to provide citizens with a crucial mid-winter break between New Year's Day and Good Friday to spend quality time with loved ones.
How It Is Observed & Celebrated
Families take advantage of the winter season by going ice skating, skiing, attending local winter carnivals, visiting museums, and hosting warm indoor family dinners.
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