Juneteenth
Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19th, holds a particularly significant place in United States history and African American culture. This date marks the anniversary of June 19, 1865, when Major General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, and announced the end of the Civil War and the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the state, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued by President Abraham Lincoln on January 1, 1863.
Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, also known as the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, is a significant feast in the Catholic Church that celebrates the Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist. The name Corpus Christi is Latin for "Body of Christ".
West Virginia Day
West Virginia Day marks the anniversary of West Virginia’s admission to the Union in 1863. It is a public holiday in the state of West Virginia, honoring the unique history and formation of West Virginia during the American Civil War.
National Indigenous Peoples Day
National Indigenous Peoples Day is a day to honor and recognize the diverse cultures, heritage and significant contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples.
June Holiday
The June Holiday in Newfoundland and Labrador is a provincial public holiday celebrated on the Monday nearest June 24. It was officially called Discovery Day, though it has evolved in meaning over time.
St. John's Day
St. John's Day holds cultural, religious, and historical significance, particularly in Quebec, Canada, where it is observed as a major holiday and an expression of Francophone pride and heritage.
St. Peter and St. Paul
The Feast of St. Peter and St. Paul honors the martyrdom of the Apostles Peter and Paul, two of the most significant figures in early Christianity. It is a solemn feast in both the Catholic and Orthodox Churches and is considered a Holy Day of Obligation in many Catholic regions.
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.
Independence Day USA
Independence Day in the United States, also known as the Fourth of July, is a federal holiday commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. On this day, the thirteen American colonies declared themselves independent from the British Empire. It's a day of significant historical importance and is celebrated with various activities across the country.
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.