Introduction Victoria Day is a public holiday observed in Canada and various other Commonwealth countries on the Monday preceding or on May 24th. It commemorates the birth of Queen Victoria on May 24, 1819. But who was Queen Victoria and why was she so influential? Queen Victoria was one of the most powerful and longest-reigning … Read more
Introduction Victoria Day is a federal holiday commemorating Queen Victoria’s birthday, who reigned over the United Kingdom and its colonies from 1837 to 1901. It is observed on the last Monday before or on May 24th, her actual birthday. As many people enjoy outdoor activities and festivities on this long weekend, Victoria Day is also … Read more
Introduction Victoria Day is a Canadian statutory holiday that commemorates Queen Victoria’s birthday on the last Monday before May 25. It is also considered the unofficial start of the summer season in Canada, as many people use the long weekend to enjoy the beautiful weather and have some fun. You’re in luck if you’re looking … Read more
Introduction Victoria Day is a federal holiday recognized in Canada on the last Monday preceding May 25th each year. It was commemorated in Canada for many years previous to the country’s Confederation to commemorate Queen Victoria’s (born in 1819) birthday. Queen Victoria ruled over Great Britain and Ireland for the majority of the nineteenth century, … Read more
What is Victoria Day and Why Do We Celebrate It? Victoria Day is a federal Canadian public holiday commemorating Queen Victoria, who ruled the United Kingdom and Ireland for the majority of the nineteenth century. Her great-great-granddaughter Queen Elizabeth II surpassed her as the longest-reigning monarch in British history in 2015. Queen Victoria was also … Read more