Happy Canada Day (Birthday)!

Happy Canada Day to our neighbors to the North.

What is Canada day?

Canada Day (French: Fête du Canada), formerly Dominion Day (French: Le Jour de la Confédération), is the national day of Canada, a federal statutory holiday celebrating the anniversary of the July 1, 1867, enactment of the British North America Act (today called the Constitution Act, 1867), which united three British colonies into a single country, called Canada, within the British Empire.[1][2][3] Originally called Dominion Day, the name was changed in 1982, the year that Canada gained full independence from the United Kingdom. Canada Day observances take place throughout Canada as well as internationally.

Frequently referred to as "Canada's birthday", particularly in the popular press,[4][5][6] the occasion marks the joining of the British North American colonies of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and the Province of Canada into a federation of four provinces (the Province of Canada being divided, in the process, into Ontario and Quebec) on July 1, 1867. Canada became a kingdom in its own right on that date,[n 1][8][9][10][11] but the British Parliament kept limited rights of political control over the new country that were shed by stages over the years until the last vestiges were surrendered in 1982 when the Constitution Act patriated the Canadian constitution.[n 2]

Under the federal Holidays Act, Canada Day is observed on July 1 unless that date falls on a Sunday, in which case July 2 is the statutory holiday, although celebratory events generally take place on July 1 even though it is not the legal holiday.[12] If it falls on a Saturday, the following Monday is generally also a day off for those businesses ordinarily closed on Saturdays.

The Cities of Detroit Michigan and Windsor Ontario celebrate The International Freedom Festival -

The International Freedom Festival is a multi-day celebration in early July marking Canada Day on July 1 and the American Independence Day on July 4. Detroit, Michigan, USA and Windsor, Ontario, Canada jointly celebrate the multi-day festival which draws about 3.5 million visitors. The International Freedom Festival began in 1959. It was organized by the Parade Company, a not-for-profit organization governed by the Michigan Thanksgiving Parade Foundation.

Beginning in 2007, the Festival became two separate events, Windsor Summer Fest, and Detroit River Days.

Summer Fest is a 19 day festival, which takes place along the scenic riverfront in Windsor Ontario. This festival is a perennial favourite for the entire family, offering something for all ages, and stages. Over the years more than 500,000 people have come out annually to enjoy the many activities, and attractions which run in conjunction with Summer Fest.

The Detroit RiverFront Conservancy began the River Days festival in June 2007 to introduce the community and visitors to the transformed Detroit International Riverfront. The festival marked the opening of significant portions of the new Detroit RiverWalk and the festival has continued each year to spotlight the magnificent resources and this new destination in the city of Detroit.

The highlight of both festivals is the fireworks display in celebration of the United States' Fourth of July and Canada's Canada Day. It is one of the largest and most spectacular fire work displays in North America, lighting up the sky over Windsor and Detroit. This annual spectacle draws more than 1,000,000 to the Windsor and Detroit river fronts. It is usually held on the monday shared by both festivals.

So in the spirit of tradition and friendlieness to our cousins to the North -

Happy Birthday Canada!

I've always been more of a fan of America's hat day... So...happy America's hat day!

OK just kidding. Happy Canada day!

reply to post by Xcathdra


Thanks Xcath! Now come on up for some moonshine strength beers! I got 6 ice cold ones for ya!

*psssshhhhttt!* *chug chug* Errr... 5... Better hurry!

-Lightrule

Yeah...i wish something like this was put in a book in American schools...id learn about the 4th of july ( i did actualy beacuse my teacher was american).

To all our Canadian friends, HAPPY CANADA DAY!

It's strange being sober today. Usually I kick off a crazy four day party from the first to the fourth, being a dual american canadian

Oh well, I will be going to a bonfire tomorrow at the beach probably. Unless the clouds piss the day away
Cookout and bonfire, fun times!

Oh yaeah, happy nationalistic weekend to both

reply to post by Solsthime331


How can we ignore July 4th? It invades (no pun intended) every channel. It's impossible to get away from.
Today, the only thing different on TV is a marathon of Canadian Pickers (which we've been watching all day, 'cause there's nothing else on) on History and a marathon of Designing Women on Comedy Gold (which I don't watch on any other day, so...).

I once had an American get upset when I suggested that he should've known it was Canada Day. He told me, "We don't expect you to know when Independence Day is." That was the start of my nervous breakdown.

Anyway... happy birthday, Canada The big 144. As I told a friend of mine yesterday, that's 12 apostles for every tribe of Israel.

Harlpy clammmmmmmaannnnnnnnddddda ay!!
burp!

thanks XC
have youze got amy cold bbears?

Break out the bacon, byes!!



[atsimg]http://files.abovetopsecret.com/images/member/35bd4afad51b.jpg[/atsimg]

[atsimg]http://files.abovetopsecret.com/images/member/ff9d83ebb587.gif[/atsimg]

I lived in Michigan for about 5 years, and spent a lot of time in Windsor before my buddies turned 21. Had a blast on the Canadian side and not once did I ever feel out of place or unwelcome.

Gimme some time and I will dig out all of my currency that has a moose or maple leaf on it and Ill buy everyone a round

Happy Birthday Canada