Canada Day 2009 - Canada Day 2009 Holiday

Canada Day 2009 - Canada Day 2009 Holiday

When is Canada Day 2009?

Canada Day 2009 is Wednesday, July 1st.

Canada Day Overview

Canada Day is celebrated on July 1st across the country. July 1st marks the anniversary of the formation of the union of the British North America provinces in a federation under the name of Canada - that's the technical explanation, but Canada Day also means fireworks and the year's biggest national party. The Canada Day holiday is akin to the U.S. July 4th celebration.

What To Expect on Canada Day

Schools, banks, government offices and many other stores and businesses are closed on July 1st. Call ahead to restaurants, stores and tourist attractions to confirm Canada Day hours.

Typically, Canada Day celebrations include parades, fireworks, barbecues and other get-togethers.

Check local tourist sites or the Government of Canada list of Canada Day celebrations.

Canada Day Dates

2009
Wednesday, July 1
2010
Thursday, July 1 (many people will also take Friday, July 2, as a holiday as well)
2011
Friday, July 1

See a listing of public holidays in Canada.