There are several statutory holidays across canada under. Head to the lesserknown parts of the country, where not only will you find significantly lower room rates but another dimension to this vast landscape. Compare deals online to find terrific holiday bargains. Why canada was the perfect destination for our final family holiday. Ten things canadian employers need to know about statutory holidays. Whether youre into a lowkey, outdoorsy adventure or prefer a luxurious, romantic night out, youll have no trouble finding something fun to do. Statutory holidays in british columbia in 2019 office holidays. Annual passes purchased the previous year are effectively valid for 2 years. Spend your days exploring some of the worlds most spectacular landscapes and cities, spotting rare, native wildlife that are. British columbia celebrates ten statutory holidays throughout the province, including thanksgiving day, christmas and thanksgiving. Canadian statutory holidays in 2017 statutory holidays in canada.
Experience the best choice of luxury canada holidays. You can download the 2017 holiday calendar in a pdf format or view it as a printerfriendly. Aaas victoria travel guide offers all you need to plan and book your british columbia vacation. Discover upcoming public holiday dates for british columbia and start planning to make the most of your time off. Choose from our range of canada ski holidays and enjoy a unique winter escape. British columbia canada public holidays 2017 holidays. Family day third monday of february in alberta, ontario, saskatchewan and manitoba second monday in british columbia. Outside of january, you might be surprised to find that canada has a comfortable climate. Holidays in rural british columbia canada stretching from the pacific ocean in the west to the rocky mountains in the east, the scenic british columbia will have you holding your breathe in awe at the unique sights and wildlife populating this fantastic cosmopolitan destination.
Some of them are widely celebrated across the whole country and others are recognized only provincially. Nov 28, 2016 public statutory holidays in canada or stat holidays consist of a variety of cultural, national and religious holidays in canada. At flight centre we have sourced some of the best value ski holidays for canada s leading resorts. Visit the west coast for the most pleasant weather. We are the experts in tailormade holidays and we can help you book your dream holiday with help from our talented travel experts who have a wealth of knowledge. By checking this box, i hereby give consent to destination bc corp. If a countrys or regions holidays are already added to your calendar, the box for the country is checked in the add holidays to calendar dialog box. Public statutory holidays in canada or stat holidays consist of a variety of cultural, national and religious holidays in canada. Feiertage 2018 kanada, british columbia public holidays. Keep in mind when you plan your holidays that parks canada is waiving entrance fees in 2017. This retreat in the mountains of new hampshire focuses on two things. Via rail canadas flagship train takes 86 hours over four nights to cover the 2,775 miles between toronto in ontaria and vancouver in british columbia.
Check public holidays in british columbia for the calendar year 2017. Talk to one of our friendly consultants on 3 3 and book your dream canada ski holiday today. The above is the list of 2017 public holidays declared. This train departs both from vancouver and from toronto and puts some of canadas most wondrous scenery on display as you travel across the provinces. Destinations in canada canada holidays virgin holidays. Find hotels, restaurants and a long list of fun things to do. Under the code, a statutory holiday is defined as a day in which professionals, managers and employees are entitled to a day off with full compensation. Remembrance day is a day to remember the sacrifices of those who served in the military and is an official holiday in british columbia. Experience the best attractions, the top things to do with kids and fun things to do with friends and family, including outdoor activities, shopping, sightseeing and dining at local restaurants. Download october 2017 calendar as html, excel xlsx, word docx or pdf. In british columbia, family day falls on the second monday of february. Boxing day, although considered a holiday in many parts of canada, is not an official holiday in british columbia. Explore british columbia holidays and discover the best time and places to visit. Jul 01, 2017 canada day and other holidays celebrated in the province of british columbia in the year 2017.
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Visitors to canadas westernmost province should pack a long list of superlatives to deploy here. On canada day we are celebrating our countrys 150th birthday this year. The government of canada also hasnt forgotten to include the labor day in the list of canada statutory holidays 2017. At the top of the list is the famous whistler blackcomb, a leading alpine resort with more than 8,171 acres of terrain, 200 trails and an elevation peak of 2,284 metres. There are five nationwide statutory holidays namely. Family day, february 20, monday feb in bc, bc, ab, sk, on.
Overview of holidays and many observances in canada during the year 2017. In other jurisdictions, british columbia for example, when a public statutory holiday falls on a nonworking day. We also provide canada holiday calendar for 2017 in word, excel, pdf and printable online formats. Some canada tours include overnight journeys aboard premier sleeper trains, such as via rails canadian. This holiday celebrates the importance of families and family life to people and their. Canada ski resort book your canada ski holiday flight centre. British columbia is approximately four times the size of great britain and is canada s westernmost province. But one thing we love most about this country is the diversity from worldfamous ski areas like whistler and banff to powder meccas like revelstoke, and family favourites like sun peaks and big white, the variety here is incredible. Aug 03, 2017 10 great wilderness cabins and campsites in canada.
Our research led us to british columbia, where enticements for the active included ziplining through remote. Aug 03, 2017 via rail canadas flagship train takes 86 hours over four nights to cover the 2,775 miles between toronto in ontaria and vancouver in british columbia. New years day, good friday, canada day, labour day, christmas day. Canada observes 10 national public holidays and more at the provincial level. Canada book week takes place on the week of april 23. Canada day and other holidays celebrated in the province of british columbia in the year 2017. Whether youre off for a romantic vacation, family trip, or an allinclusive holiday, canada vacation packages on tripadvisor make planning your trip simple and affordable. Canadian statutory holidays in 2017 holiday date in 2017 observance new years day january 1, sunday national islander day february 20, monday pei louis riel day feb 20, monday mb mikmaq heritage day february 20, monday ns family day february 20, monday feb in bc bc, ab, sk, on valentines day february 14, tuesday not a stat holiday. Federal, provincial, territorial, religious holidays and observances celebrated in canada in the year 2017. Our canada experts can help create a bespoke itinerary. Pacific time, the 26 backcountry tent pads at joffre lakes will be reservable through discover camping, along with 24 vehicleaccessible campsites at tweedsmuir south. Check 2017 holidays dates in british columbia, such as new years day, family day, good friday, victoria day, canada day, b.
Here we explain some of the uniquely canadian holidays and give you a great tip for celebrating canada in 2017. View just some of the incredible golf deals offered by bc golf courses with these select golf vacation specials. Jawdropping scenery, welcoming locals and superb snow records are qualities youll find throughout canadas ski areas. Banks, schools and government offices close on these days. Our rail holidays in british columbia explore the majestic mountains and breathtaking scenery of a province which includes the pacific ocean coastline and the towering rockies. When it comes to skiing in canada, it seems bigger is better. Comprehensive list of national and regional public holidays that are celebrated in british columbia, canada during 2019 with dates and information on the origin and meaning of holidays. Public holidays in canada, known as statutory holidays, stat holidays, or simply stats, consist of. Calendars online and print friendly for any year and month.
British columbia canada public holidays 2017 holidays tracker. Statutory holidays 2017 british columbia best free holiday. Canada holidays compare deals for 202021 travelsupermarket. Canada is a favourite with our personal travel experts and weve travelled from coast to coast in search of the best hotels, lodges, rail journeys and road trips. Canada has so much to offer, you really have to see it for yourself. Traditional lkwungen territory welcome and acknowledgement. The canadian confederation took place on july 1, 1867. Camping enthusiasts can soon reserve sites at two popular provincial parks joffre lakes and tweedsmuir south. Canada holidays 20202021 canada packages virgin holidays. The best canada vacation packages 2020 tripadvisor. The above is the list of 2017 public holidays declared in canada which includes federal, regional government holidays and popular observances. Canada holidays invite you to explore the wild side of life.
Some provinces also observe local holidays, with newfoundland leading the pack. Victoria, the provincial capital of british columbia, has 112 properties on offer via expedia. The holiday information thats provided outlook includes gregorian calendar years 2012 through 2022. If in europe labor day falls on the very beginning of may being seen from the perspective of the history of the labor movement, the canadians celebrate it on the 4th of september and view it just as an additional day off to. Click to browse our awardwinning itineraries for inspiration on everything from family holidays to canada to motorhome vacations and then talk with us to design your trip. Business days calculator in canada public holidays 2017 in chile. Home to the glaciertopped rocky mountains, vast canadian prairies, unspoiled forests and sapphire blue waters that lap upon frozen tundra, your holiday in canada will offer an experience like no other. Canada train vacation packages canada tours by rail. British columbia is approximately four times the size of great britain and is canadas westernmost province. Calendar of canadian holidays year 2017 holidays in canada are either statutory, federal or optional. Statutory holidays in british columbia in 2019 office.
According to part iii of the canada labour code, employees are entitled to nine paid holidays per year. July 2017 canada day additional statutory holiday national holiday long weekend monday, 7. Other notable ski fields include big white which boasts a total of 105km of marked runs and kicking horse in british columbia, which has 120 runs. Canada book day is a yearly event celebrated in canada on april 23 to promote reading and books during canada book week. September 2017 labour day national holiday long weekend monday, 9. On these holidays, schools, businesses and offices are closed to allow employees to celebrate with their friends and families.
Add holidays to your calendar in outlook for windows outlook. If you click ok, the holidays are added and duplicates are created. Free cancellation on select hotels book your canada holiday today. Statutory holidays 2017 british columbia best free. August 2017 british columbia day british columbia long weekend monday, 4. Canada is famous for its snowy winters, making it the ideal spot for skiing. Valentines day is coming up and a weekend getaway to canadas most romantic city is the perfect way to celebrate. Speak to our travel experts to book or tailormake this holiday. Monday 4th september 2017 saturday 9th september 2017. Visitors to canada s westernmost province should pack a long list of superlatives to deploy here. If youre in need of some inspiration, check out these unique date ideas in victoria.