Category: national holiday

Prime Minister Says Monday Will Be Federal Holiday to Mark Queen’s State Funeral

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Sept. 19 will be a federal holiday to mourn Queen Elizabeth II on the day of her state funeral in London. “Declaring an opportunity for Canadians to mourn on Monday is going to be important,” Trudeau said at a caucus retreat in New Brunswick Tuesday. He also said his government…


Fun and Educational Activities to Nurture Your Little Ones’ Love for Our ‘Old Glory’

Wonder. Awe. Pride. Love of country and love of my countrymen. These are the emotions that sweep over me when I see our flag flying, or when I hear the National Anthem that our flag inspired. The flag was intended to be a universal emblem to unite Americans, and it has a rich history, which…


What Is Cesar Chavez Day?

Celebrated by many in California on March 31 every year, Cesar Chavez Day honors the enduring legacy of Mexican-American human rights activist Cesar Chavez. In 2014, former U.S. President Barack Obama declared March 31 a national holiday while California recognized it as a state holiday. In the Golden State, schools, government offices, and courts are…