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When is Canadian Thanksgiving?

Canadian Thanksgiving is celebrated on the second Monday of October, a date officially designated by Parliament in 1957 to celebrate the annual harvest. In cont

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Question: When is Canadian Thanksgiving?

Answer options:

  • Fourth Thursday of November ✅ Second Monday of October
  • First Monday of September
  • Third Monday of May

Correct answer: Second Monday of October

Explanation: Canadian Thanksgiving is celebrated on the second Monday of October, a date officially designated by Parliament in 1957 to celebrate the annual harvest. In contrast, the fourth Thursday of November is American Thanksgiving, while the first Monday of September is Labour Day and the third Monday of May is Victoria Day. The Discover Canada guide highlights federal holidays to reflect Canada's unique civic history and cultural identity. For the citizenship exam, candidates must reliably identify key national holidays, as questions frequently evaluate your familiarity with the Canadian calendar, historical milestones, and shared traditions.

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