As we celebrate Queen Victoria’s birthday this weekend, there might not be any parades or 21-gun salutes due to pandemic restrictions. Instead you can take a glimpse into the Queen’s life by streaming one of the following shows or films. Victoria (2016-2019): Starring Jenna Coleman as Queen VictoriaITV/PBS produced series. Follows the young Victoria from…
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Following Victoria Day’s namesake Queen
Since we’re in London this Victoria Day, we’ve been able to explore the city where the long-reigning Queen Victoria lived. Unless you’re in Victoria BC where Victoria Day is a big day of celebration, for most Canadians it’s a long weekend to mark the unofficial start to summer and it’s one of the few times they might think…
Origins & Celebrations of Victoria Day
Well before confederation Canada has been celebrating the May Long Weekend, in 1845 the colonial government recognized May 24th as Queen Victoria’s Birthday. Over a century later, we still celebrate Victoria Day on the Monday before May 25th. Not only a celebration of Queen Victoria but also the Canadian Sovereign’s Official Birthday. The status of…