Category: Canadian Traditions
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2025 Holiday Tipping Guide
2025 Holiday Tipping Guide Photo by https://www.bankrate.com/credit-cards/news/holiday-tipping-survey/ In Canada, Boxing Day occurs on December 26, a holiday that many Canadians use to tip those who make their lives easier. In Mexico, Aguinaldo (Ah-gee-nahl-doh), represents an annual Christmas bonus equivalent to at least 15 days’ wages that companies are required to pay their employees before…
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World Tofu Day
World Tofu Day By Sharon Schweitzer World Tofu Day is annually observed on July 26th, in honor of tofu, a plant-based alternative to meat that is manufactured from soybeans. Tofu has seen a surge in popularity as more people switch to a plant-based diet. For vegans and vegetarians, it is particularly appreciated and…
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Intergenerational Day
Intergenerational Day By Sharon Schweitzer The idea for Intergenerational Day came to a teacher from British Columbia in Canada in 2009. The teacher was working with students on projects related to World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Students were being taught about the respect, care, and love the elders in society deserve, and within…
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Interesting Things to Know About Boxing Day 2021
In Australia, Britain, Canada, Kenya, and a number of the 54 nations within the British Commonwealth, the day after Christmas, December 26th is known as Boxing Day. So, what is Boxing Day? Does it correlate to the sport of boxing? Consider these six (6) interesting facts about this December holiday. As a Catholic tradition, the Boxing Day holiday has its…
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Thanksgiving in Canada: Customs, Origin & Tradition
Canada, oh, sweet Canada! Many people refer to this vast country as the land of Maple Syrup. This nation is famous for its stunning scenery, fabulous people, spectacular ski slopes, and frosty winters. Be careful not to let the similarity of the Canadian Hofstede cultural dimensions to the U.S. cultural dimensions mislead you as this…
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Canadian Thanksgiving
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All Your Canadian Boxing Day Questions Answered
The day after Christmas, December 26th, is an annual holiday known as “Boxing Day” celebrated in several countries in the British Commonwealth.
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Thanksgiving in Canada
For Canadians, Thanksgiving has a different story. If you’re traveling to Canada this fall, learn about these 5 characteristics of Canadian Thanksgiving.