City Council and staff recognize and value the contributions of the diverse communities that make Vancouver one of the most livable cities in the world. We also observe internationally recognized days and significant events in our history.
In 2024 we will continue to support the Council-approved official celebrations and observances virtually.
We recognize these official celebrations and observances through a range of acknowledgements, including:
- Reading proclamations or recognitions during a Council meeting if it aligns with a Council meeting day
- Featuring the official event on vancouver.ca with a video acknowledgement and write-up
- Providing social media acknowledgements and illuminations of City Hall and Burrard Bridge
Information icon Communities are responsible for submitting requests for proclamations and City Hall and Burrard Street Bridge illuminations.
The official celebrations and observances listed below have been approved by City Council.
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January 27
International Holocaust Remembrance Day
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January 29
Day of Remembrance and Action on Islamophobia
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January - February
Lunar New Year
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February
Black History Month
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March 8
International Women's Day
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March 10
Ramadan
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March 20
Nowruz
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March 21
International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
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April 21
Eid al-Fitr
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May 23
Komagata Maru Remembrance Day
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June
Italian Heritage Month
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June 16
Eid al-Adha
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June 20
World Refugee Day
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June 21
National Indigenous Peoples Day
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July/August
Vancouver Pride Week
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October/November
Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas
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November 11
Remembrance Day Service
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December 3
International Day of Persons with Disabilities
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December 25
Christmas
Canada's national holidays
Established by Act of Parliament and observed by federal employees and by most Canadians, statutory holidays include New Year's Day, Good Friday (or Easter Monday), Victoria Day, Canada Day (formerly called Dominion Day), Labour Day, Thanksgiving Day, Remembrance Day, Christmas Day, and Boxing Day.