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Public Holiday Regional: CA-NL

Armistice Day

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🏪 What's open

  • Banks Closed
  • Government offices Closed
  • Schools Closed
  • Shops Varies
  • Restaurants Reduced
  • Public transit Reduced
  • Stock market Closed
  • Post office Reduced

📣 Traveler notes

Canada is the second-largest country by area, featuring vast natural landscapes such as the Rocky Mountains, the Prairies, and extensive coastlines. The country is noted for its multicultural heritage and generally polite and tolerant society.

  • National holidays include January 1st, Family Day (3rd Monday in February), Good Friday, and Victoria Day (Last Monday in May).
  • Be respectful of local customs, especially when visiting Indigenous communities, which include several distinct groups (e.g., First Nations, Métis, Inuit).
  • While the society is largely secular, awareness of local customs is necessary, particularly in Quebec.
  • Many major cities host visible and recognized LGBT communities.
  • Remove shoes when entering private homes. Be mindful of diverse ethnic backgrounds and regional sensitivities, particularly regarding Quebec's unique culture.

About this holiday

Armistice Day, observed on November 11th, marks the cessation of hostilities following the signing of the armistice between the Allies and Germany during World War I. It is also known as Remembrance Day in Commonwealth nations and Veterans Day in the United States.