Boxing Day

📣 Hinweise für Reisende

Canada is a vast, multicultural country known for its diverse natural landscapes, including forests, the Rockies, Prairies, and three oceanic coasts. It is recognized for its multicultural heritage.

• The public holiday date may shift to December 27th or 28th if December 26th is not a weekday.
• Canada is a secular and multicultural society that promotes tolerance for diverse faiths.
• Visitors should respect local customs regarding national identity and avoid comparing Canada to the United States.
• Using specific terminology (e.g., First Nations, Métis, Inuit) is recommended to respect the diverse cultures and histories of Indigenous peoples.
• Quebec maintains a distinct cultural identity and specific laws regarding public religious expression.
• Key holidays include New Year's Day, Good Friday, and Victoria Day (dates vary by province).
• Visitors are expected to remove shoes when entering private residences. Politeness, including apologizing, excusing, and thanking, is valued in Canadian culture.