Easter in Canada Overview
Easter is celebrated in Canada at the same time and in much the same way as it is in other Western countries, like the US. Easter Sunday is the Sunday immediately following the first full moon after the vernal (spring) equinox. It can fall anywhere between March 22 and April 25.Good Friday is the Friday two days before Easter Sunday and Easter Monday is the day after Easter Sunday. Most everything is closed Easter Sunday; it's a popular day for attending church, getting together for a big family meal, and staging an Easter egg hunt.
Both Good Friday and Easter Monday are statutory, or public, holidays in Canada, which means that government offices, banks and schools are closed. However holiday hours for retail establishments vary. Call ahead to restaurants, shopping malls and tourist attractions to confirm holiday hours.
Many cities hold an Easter Parade, such as the Toronto Beaches Lions Annual Easter Parade.
When is the Easter Holiday in Canada?
2009Good Friday - April 10, Easter Sunday - April 12, Easter Monday - April 13
2010
Good Friday - April 2, Easter Sunday - April 4, Easter Monday - April 5
2011
Good Friday - April 22, Easter Sunday - April 24, Easter Monday - April 25
