Holidays

The word holiday has related but different meanings in English-speaking countries. Based on the words holy and day, holidays originally represented special religious days.  The word has evolved in general usage to mean any special day.  However, some Canadians (especially those of English or Irish descent) will use both the terms hoilday and vacation interchangeably when referring to a trip away from home or time off work. 

This page is about national or cultural holidays.  A day for celebration or any other kind of observation or activity.  Too often we enjoy the holiday, but don't know the meaning behind it,

Easter

Halloween