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Although it isn't a national holiday in Canada, I think it is important to note that there is such a thing as Commonwealth Day. After Queen Victorias death in 1901, Empire Day was celebrated on her birthday, 24th May to remind people around the Empire that they had a common bond. Around this time 100 years ago, Empire Day was quite a celebration, but it became unfashionable.
The name Empire Day, was changed to Commonwealth Day in 1958 and in 1973 the timing was changed to the second Monday in March. In England Commonwealth Day is marked by Queen Elizabeth II attending a service at Westminster Abbey and giving a speech which is broadcast around the world.
In Canada, from dawn to dusk, the Royal Union Flag or Union Jack, is flown alongside the Canada Flag on government buildings. The paintings above are my tribute to our Commonwealth and are available in my shop at Daily Paintworks.
Thankfully, in Canada, we have retained the original date as a separate holiday called Victoria Day and it usually marks the beginning of summer activities and in particular, planting our garden annuals. Queen Victoria would have loved that.
Enjoy your day Sea :) These are both wonderful. :)
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