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When is the 2014 Family Day in Canada?

It may be a bit early to answer the question “When is the 2014 Family Day in Canada?”, but some of us feel a need to look forward to our next Canadian holidays.

Some provinces will have longer to wait for their holidays than others, since they neither celebrate “Family Day” nor any other in February. Let’s tackle the issue alphabetically by province or territory.

"Urban Canadian Flags at HBC" by PinkMoose (Anthony Easton)
“Urban Canadian Flags at HBC” by PinkMoose (Anthony Easton)

2014 Family Day in Alberta

Alberta recognizes the third Monday of February as Family Day. So the province famous for oil wells and ranches will enjoy Monday Feb. 17, 2014 as family time.

2014 Family Day in British Columbia

“Family Day BC” is the earliest in Canada. Sometimes known as “BC Day”, British Columbia uses the second Monday of February. So in Vancouver, Victoria and its other sundry cities and unspoiled wilderness, the families of British Columbia will pause to enjoy Monday Feb. 10, 2014.

2014 Louis Riel Day in Manitoba

Manitoba celebrates Louis Riel Day on the third Monday of February. He had hoped to lead the Métis people living in this region, but was found guilty of treason for his role in the 1885 Rebellion. Ponder history in Manitoba on Louis Riel Day, Feb. 17, 2014.

No Family Day in New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, Nunavut or the North-West Territories

I found neither “Family Day” nor any other special holidays for these hard-working provinces and territories.

2014 Family Day in Ontario

In a rare display of solidarity, Ontario agrees with Alberta that Family Day arrives on the third Monday of February. So this populous provinces will celebrate the “2014 Family Day Ontario” on Monday Feb. 17, 2014.

(Added Feb. 10, 2014): Do you need some activities for Family Day 2014 in Toronto? Read about “Six Civic Museums for 2014 Family Day in Toronto” and get some bonus information on the 2014 Toronto Kids Fest, located north-west of the city itself. “Family Fun Fest” in northwest Toronto is yet another bonus reference in my article.

2014 Islander Day in Prince Edward Island

While PEI agrees to take the third Monday of February off work, it’s known as “Islander Day”. Perhaps the good folk of PEI will take the day to re-read “Anne of Green Gables” on Monday Feb. 17, 2014.

(Actually, I’d recommend the Kindle edition of “Anne of Green Gables Stories: 12 Books, 142 Short Stories, … , Chronicles and More“. This collection has more content for the same price as other Kindle e-books dealing with Anne. Download it from Amazon.ca or, for Americans, from Amazon.com. On Jan. 4, 2014, both editions are priced at just under a dollar).

No Family Day in the Province of Québec

Alors, but la belle province must wait until the month of May for their “National Patriots Day”, the Monday just prior to the Victoria Day weekend in the rest of Canada.

2014 Family Day in Saskatchewan

Along with Ontario and Alberta, Saskatchewan recognizes Family Day as the third Monday of February. May the potash mines rest undisturbed on Feb. 17, 2014.

2014 Heritage Day in Yukon Territory

Last of Canada’s provinces and territories in the alphabet, the Yukon also pauses the longest for its February holiday. They wait until the final Friday of February for “Heritage Day”, which may signal the start of a weekend celebrating their territorial history and character. Friday Feb. 21, 2014 marks Yukon Heritage Day this year.

My Previous Family Day Article

Last year’s “2013 Family Day Holiday in Canada” suggested quite a few ways to celebrate Family Day in Toronto.

Book your Family Day travel deals soon, assuming flights and accommodations are still available. Use a well-known and reputable online travel broker for last-minute discounts on flights, hotels, and car rentals.

References for Family Day 2014

I mainly referred to “Time and Date .com” for the date information:

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Looking for More Annual Events or Canadian Holidays in Toronto Canada?

You can find more annual events for your vacation in Toronto Ontario; or for local residents wanting things to do in Toronto most weekends.

Ideas for a Toronto Vacation or Staycation

CityPASS offers discount tickets to Toronto attractions, including Metro Toronto Zoo coupons. You buy the voucher online, print it and take it to your first destination; let’s say it’s the zoo. They give you the coupon booklet but remove the Metro Toronto Zoo discount tickets. Visit the next four attractions, where helpful staff relieve your booklet of tickets but leave you with the rest of the information. You save over $40 by spending about $70. The voucher is good for almost two years, but you have to use all the discount admission tickets within nine days. This is terrific for tourists looking for multiple things to do in Toronto, or for a hometown stay-cation: use discount tickets to Casa Loma, the CN Tower, the Metro Toronto Zoo, the Ontario Science Centre and the Royal Ontario Museum in a nine day adventure. That’s five things to do while vacationing in Toronto Canada, and at a bargain price thanks to the discount coupons.

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Find Your 2014 New Year Levee in Toronto or in the GTA

What is a New Year Levée? Where can you find a New Year Levée in the GTA (Greater Toronto Area) or in Toronto itself?

What is a New Year Levée?

The concept of a New Year Levée is that the monarch, his or her representative, or any politician will host a reception on New Year’s Day. Meet some dignitaries, shake their hands, enjoy a non-alcoholic drink, and perhaps go skating.

We note that, in France, the monarchy did not survive the French Revolution despite inventing this custom.

More specifically, “levée” means “risen”: gentlemen would attend the King to help him get up, first thing in the morning.

While many articles have “New Year Levee”, I prefer to keep the French version (except in titles, because some web browsers mess up the accented ‘é‘ in links).

Most New Year Levees are held in the afternoon of New Year’s Day; but some are postponed to the following Sunday (or even later).

Finding a 2014 New Year Levée in Toronto

The “Lieutenant Governor’s 2014 New Year’s Levee” runs from noon to 2pm on Wed. Jan. 1st at the Ontario legislature in Queen’s Park. I’d enter by the south door and ask at the front desk. Take the TTC to Queen’s Park on the University subway line, or the 506 Carlton streetcar along College Street to University Avenue.

"Mascots at Toronto City Hall in Winter of 2010" image by happyworker
“Mascots at Toronto City Hall in Winter of 2010” image by happyworker

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It’s a short walk south from Queen’s Park to visit Mayor Rob Ford’s New Year Levee at Toronto City Hall on New Year’s Day 2014 from 2-4pm, at the corner of Queen St. West and Bay. Take the subway, or the 501 Queen streetcar.

It’s always tricky to find all the other levées in Toronto. If you can wait until Sunday Jan. 5, 2014, visit with a number of politicians at the Toronto East York Civic Centre from 1-3pm. In her e-mail, Janet Davis promises the event will include “refreshments and Discovery Through the Arts (a music school founded by Madoka Murata)”.

My apologies that the recent ice storm cut into my time for research. Last year, my “Attend a 2013 New Year Levee in Toronto” included an event at Harbourfront and at the Cathedral Church of St. James. I haven’t had the time to pursue these leads for this year. Let me know, if you find them publicized as annual Toronto winter events.

Find 2014 New Year Levées in Mississauga and in the GTA

The Mayor’s Levée in Mississauga will be held Wed. Jan. 1, 2014 from 2-3:15 or 4pm, depending on your source of information. Besides the indoor party, the Mississauga Children’s Choir will perform from 2-4pm. Skate for free on the outdoor ice rink at Celebration Square in Mississauga from 10am-4pm. Mississauga City Hall is at 300 City Centre Drive.

The Royal Canadian Legion in Stouffville hosts its annual New Year’s Day Levee on Wed. Jan. 1st, starting at noon. You can watch the NHL Classic hockey game for free at the Stouffville Legion Hall (Branch 459) at 150 Mostar Street, Stouffville.

In Pickering, the Mayor’s New Year’s Day Levee will be on Wed. Jan. 1, 2014 from 2-4pm at City Hall, One The Esplanade. Let me quote: “Join Mayor Ryan and Members of Council to celebrate the New Year! Free event for the whole family, featuring live music, refreshments, children’s entertainment, prizes…”. Yes, they put in the exclamation mark.

Finally in the GTA, I found the Levée in Newmarket will be held at the Community Centre & Lions Hall, at 200 Doug Duncan Drive, from 1-3pm on Sunday Jan. 5, 2014. It’s free to meet the mayor and members of Council,  enjoy entertainment and refreshments.

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Consider Ssense clothing for a levée or other slightly dressy affair, whether you’re a man in the market for a new tie or a lady seeking a Damir Doma scarf.

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5K to Couch in One Bad Training Week

My recent DeHaan Fitness article, “My Worst Week of 5K Training for the Resolution Run“, explains why I had a terrible training week before a running event, and what I did about it. Have you ever had “down time” in your exercise program? Read my suggestion there.

(Added Dec. 30, 2013): If you just want to skip to the ending, learn how my race went in “My End of 2013 Resolution Run after a Bad Training Week“.

"Lemonade Stand" image by Celeste Lindell @ http://www.flickr.com/photos/64401168@N00/485938950/
“Lemonade Stand” image by Celeste Lindell @ http://www.flickr.com/photos/64401168@N00/485938950/

Lemons or Lemonade?

It’s not the lemons, it’s the quality of lemonade that you can make from them! That’s part of the writing tip in my promotional article, “Lemonade versus a Week of 5K Training“.

About the Annual 5K Resolution Run in Canada

The Running Room chain of stores promotes the annual 5Km Resolution Run.

It’s usually held early on New Year’s Day, to mark our “resolution” to become fitter and healthier.

The Resolution Run in Toronto will be held on Sunday Dec. 29, 2013 rather than on New Year’s Day. I assume that it was too expensive or difficult to arrange for a venue on Wednesday. The non-competitive race will be held at the Canadian National Exhibition. Apparently we have to run two laps within the CNE grounds; so no motorists should complain about road closures on our account.

Other cities across Canada also host the Resolution Run. It’s well worth the entry fee just for the running jacket; keep that in mind during 2014!

What about the 5K and Couch?

I’m referring to “C25K:The Couch to 5K Beginner Running Program” in the Kindle e-reader format. Even couch potatoes can become 5Km runners in only a few months. As one reviewer said, it “gives practical advice we may forget”.

Canadians should link to Amazon.ca for “The Couch to 5K Beginner“.  Americans, please use Amazon.com’s “The Couch to 5K Beginner“.

By the way, I hope to lead a Running Room 10Km clinic in early January 2014 at the Running Room store in the Toronto Beach neighbourhood. If you can already run 5Km and want to double your distance, it’s a great program. Contact the store for details.

How Many Miles is a 5K Run?

Since “how many miles is a 5K” is a popular question, let’s answer it. 5 kilometres is almost exactly 3 miles.

For your convenience and reference for :

  • 1 mile is 5280 feet or 63,360 inches; that’s about 1.61 kilometres. We usually round to 1.6Km.
  • 1 kilometre is about 0.62 miles.
  • 5Km is 5 X 0.62 = 3.1 miles.
  • 10Km therefore is 6.2 miles.
  • A running marathon is exactly 26 miles and 385 yards; that’s 42.2Km, within a few centimetres.
  • That’s why Americans run “26.2” and Canadians “42.2” for a marathon!

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