Ha! Didn't think of that one, didja???
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Ha! Didn't think of that one, didja???
Today is Kwanza isn't it???
Not in Canada.Quote:
Originally Posted by onlythebest
But, apparently, yes.Quote:
Boxing Day
The day after Christmas, the Feast of St. Stephen, the first Christian martyr, is better known as Boxing Day. The term may come from the opening of church poor boxes that day; maybe from the earthenware boxes with which boy apprentices collected money at the doors of their masters' clients.
Nowadays, we often see, in certain families, gifts (boxes) given to those who provide services throughout the year.
"Boxing Day" is listed in the Canada Labour Code as a holiday.
Quote:
Many people think Kwanza is an ancient African celebration. In reality, Kwanza was established in the 1966 to provide an opportunity for the African American community to celebrate their heritage and reinforce positive community values.
Kwanza is celebrated for 7 days beginning on December 26th and ending on January 1st. On December 31st a feast is prepared for family and friends
That's right, Boxing Day is a national holiday here in Canada. But by the number of stores open for shopping today, I would say not too many working in the retail industry had a holiday. That said I did get some good bargains, especially at Old Navy. ;D