Did you know that before 1982 Canada Day had been known as Dominion Day, First of July, Confederation Day, and July the First? Canada Day celebrates the events that occurred on July 1, 1867, when the British North America Act created the Canadian federal government. The BNA Act proclaimed "one Dominion under the name of Canada," therefore the original title of the holiday, "Dominion Day." Dominion Day was officially renamed "Canada Day" by an Act of Parliament on October 27, 1982. This change reflected the policy of successive governments to downplay Canada's colonial origins. Canada's national celebration is always observed on July 1, unless that date falls on a Sunday. In which case it is observed the following day.
The song that is playing is Canada's National Anthem. The title is O Canada and you can find the lyrics below.
Before that tho, please let me clarify that I am a United States citizen. I made this page to honor a special Canadian friend of mine. *smile* While I appreciate all emails received, please do not email me for info concerning different activities scheduled in different areas of Canada. I'm not familiar with any of that information. Hope you enjoyed your visit. Come back again, ya hear?
I have recently added the 2nd verse to O Canada which is French. Since I am not a French speaker, please do not take offense if the wording is not quite right. Thanks again.
Most of the graphics on this page were found at the above link. :o) Thanks Pat!!
Click on the above waving flag to email me with any comments or suggestions. *smile*
Want to know about THANKSGIVING in Canada? Click here to find out more. :)
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