August 3rd, civic holiday

This year, August’s civic holiday will be celebrated on Monday, August 3rd, and is a public holiday in some provinces and territories. Do you know why it’s called a “civic” holiday? It is referred to as a civic holiday because it’s a holiday that cities have authority to declare and give a unique name.

It’s called Regatta Day in Newfoundland, Saskatchewan Day in SK, British Columbia Day in BC, Natal Day in Nova Scotia and PEI, Simcoe Day in Toronto, New Brunswick Day in New Brunswick, Colonel By Day in Ottawa, Heritage Day in Alberta and Joseph Brant Day in Burlington, ON. It is called Benjamin Vaughan day in the City of Vaughan, Ontario.

Whatever you call it, be sure to drive safely on this long weekend as it is often the busiest weekend of the year on local highways. Locations in British Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba and Ontario will be closed.

Have a safe and fun long weekend!