Historical Holiday
Canada Day
Canada Day is to mark the anniversary of the Confederation of Canada, which occurred on July 1, 1867. It is a national holiday and a day of celebration, reflection and pride for Canadians across the country and around the world.
Emancipation Day (US Virgin Islands)
Emancipation Day in the U.S. Virgin Islands commemorates the abolition of slavery in the former Danish West Indies (now the U.S. Virgin Islands) in 1848. This historic day marks a powerful moment of liberation and resistance, especially for the islands of St. Croix, St. Thomas, and St. John.
Independence Day (Venezuela)
Independence Day in Venezuela commemorates the day in 1811 when Venezuela became the first South American nation to formally declare independence from Spain, initiating a long and transformative struggle for sovereignty.
George Town World Heritage City Day
George Town World Heritage City Day is an annual celebration in Penang, Malaysia, commemorating the designation of George Town as a UNESCO World Heritage Site on July 7, 2008. This recognition highlights the city's exceptional historical and cultural significance.
Nunavut Day
Nunavut Day is celebrated annually to commemorate the creation of Nunavut, Canada’s newest and largest territory. This day honors the signing of the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement, which led to the official establishment of Nunavut as a separate territory on April 1, 1999.
Orangemen's Day
Orangemen's Day, also known as The Twelfth, is a holiday celebrated by members of the Orange Order, a Protestant fraternal organization. The day commemorates the Battle of the Boyne, a significant historical event in Ireland.
Ukrainian Statehood Day
Ukrainian Statehood Day is a relatively new national holiday, officially established in 2022, to honor the millennium-old history of Ukrainian statehood, culture, language and identity.
Sarawak Day
Sarawak Day is a public holiday celebrated annually to commemorate the day in 1963 when Sarawak gained self-governance from British colonial rule. It is a significant occasion for the people of Sarawak to reflect on their unique identity and history as one of Malaysia's founding states.
Emancipation Day (TCI)
Emancipation Day in the Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) is a public holiday that commemorates the abolition of slavery in the British Empire. It serves as a day of remembrance, reflection, and celebration of freedom, cultural resilience, and the enduring legacy of the enslaved African people and their descendants.
British Columbia Day
British Columbia Day is a public holiday in the province of British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the larger Civic Holiday observed in many parts of Canada.