Labour Day in Canada marks a day off for workers celebrating their rights, with origins in the 19th-century "Nine Hour Movement."
Labour Day, a statutory holiday in Canada since 1894, honors workers and the labour movement but is often seen as a day off marking summer's end. Its origins trace back to the "Nine Hour Movement" in the late 19th century, which advocated for shorter work hours. While Canadians enjoy the day, they grapple with the irony of celebrating labor by not working, reflecting a complex national character that embraces contradictions in its history and culture.
September 01, 2024
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