Bank holidays are known as public holidays as well. These are the days when banks are shut down and there is a dead end possibility that any other business can operate. To get an overview of the list of 2010 bank holidays in Canada, visit 123 newyear.
List of 2010 Canada Bank Holidays
New Year January 1
Happy New Year...its time for celebrations of New Year which are always spectacular. The joyful festivity reaches an all time high. The whole of Canada gets covered with snow and involves itself in immense jubilation. Public and private offices, schools and Banks of Canada are shut down and all enjoy a great time.
Family Day February 15
The three Canadian provinces of Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Ontario, have a public holiday on Family Day. People working in public and private sectors including the banks of Canada are entitled to take statuary holidays off with regular pay.
Heritage Day August 2
Established by Heritage Canada Foundation in 1973, with the aim to encourage the preservation and promotion of Canada's historic, architectural, natural and scenic heritage.
Good Friday April 2
Good Friday is a Friday before Easter Sunday. On this day Jesus Christ was crucified. Since, the early 19th century, on Good Friday, Banks of UK are shut down and bankers have quite a relaxed time at home. Good food and good mood are the key word on this day. The date of Good Friday is not fixed and keeps changing as on 2010 it would fall on 2nd April.
Easter Monday April 5
Easter or 'resurrection of God' marks the dawn of spring time festivities. Its the time for celebration of Jesus Christ's coming back to life again after crucification. Easter dates keep changing every year and on 2010, it shall fall on April 5.
Victory Day May 24
The day commemorates the birthday of Queen Victoria on May 24, 1819. After her death, people continued to celebrate her birthday for expressing their royalty to the British empire. In Canada, in the 19th century, Canadian people started celebrating it as an Empire Day and it is the official Birthday of the reigning monarch. It's a legal Bank Holiday in Canada ad falls before 25th May.
Aboriginal Day June 21
It's celebrated on 21st June and is linked with the summer solstice the longest day of the year. People from different walks of life come together for glorifying their culture and heritage at this time of the year. Government of Canada along with Aboriginal organizations founded this day.
Discovery Holiday June 21
Discovery Day is the name given to several holidays commemorating the discovery of gold, land and other national discoveries.
Canada day July 1
Formerly known as a 'Dominion Day', it is the national holiday in Canada. It marks the establishment of new federation with its own constitution. Banks of Canada are closed his day and citizens enjoy a day off at home.
Nunavut holiday July 9
Nunavut holiday means a joyful day and is celebrated with the mounds of hotdogs, sailboat races, fishing, games, parades and square dances.
Civic holiday July 9
Canada Civic holiday falls on different dates in different year. The intent behind this holiday is not to work.
Christmas December 25
Christmas celebrates the birth of savior, Jesus Christ. Winter festivity reaches its peak and all dances on the tune of merriment. Houses are decorated, Christmas tree is adorned with baubles, lights and gifts; wreaths are hung outside the door, stockings are placed near the chimneys. Christmas is a big celebration time that sweeps the world in its celebrations.
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