Author: Muriel Schmidt

Who Brought The Christmas Tree To Canada?

Christmas Trees in Canada German settlers migrated to Canada from the United States in the 1700s. They brought with them many of the things associated with Christmas we cherish today—Advent calendars, gingerbread houses, cookies—and Christmas trees. When did Christmas trees come to Canada? 1781The first Christmas tree in Canada was set up in Sorel, Quebec […]

Is Yukon Canada A Good Place To Live?

Yukon is a wonderful place to live with breathtaking wilderness, a wealth of opportunities, abundant natural resources and friendly welcoming people. Why are people moving to Yukon? Booming economy, natural beauty attracting people Recent migrants, municipal and territorial government officials and local real estate agents all agree: abundant job opportunities, natural beauty and a great […]

Is Saturday A Business Day In Canada?

Canadian Business Day means any day, other than a Saturday, Sunday or day which shall be in the Provinces of Ontario, Quebec or Alberta a legal holiday or day on which banking institutions are required or authorized to close. Is Saturday business day for bank in Canada? Canadian bank opening hours. Most bank branches in […]

Is Canada Day Celebrated In Montreal?

During the day, Montrealers will be able to attend the Canadian Armed Forces salute, activities presented by Parks Canada and the traditional sharing of the Canada Day cake. Is Canada Day celebrated in Quebec? Canada Day occurs on 1st July to commemorate the joining of Canada’s original three provinces (New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and the […]

Is Costco Open On Labour Day In Canada?

Costco is one of the few superstores that closes for major holidays every year. For future reference: they are closed on New Year’s Day, Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. What holidays is Costco closed in Canada? Holiday Hours Family Day CLOSED Labour Day CLOSED Thanksgiving CLOSED Remembrance […]