Victoria Day

What is your favorite holiday? Why is it your favorite?

By Tracy Schruder

For me, Victoria Day is more than just a statutory holiday – it’s a cherished celebration that coincides with a very special occasion. We Canadians affectionately refer to it as the “May 2-4 weekend,” and it’s a time when we take a well-deserved break. The weather is usually favourable for planting so we usually, plant our herbs, flowers and vegetables that weekend. We clean up the yard and gardens to get them ready for summer. While the holiday was originally named to honour Queen Victoria’s birthday, for my husband and me, it’s become a significant date for another reason altogether.

May 18, 2008, was the day we exchanged our vows and began our married life together.

Each year, we celebrate our anniversary during the Victoria Day long weekend. It’s a tradition that holds a lot of meaning for me, and I look forward to it every year.

Not a single Victoria Day has passed since our wedding that I haven’t thoroughly enjoyed, and I’m grateful to have this special time to reflect on our journey together.

This holiday has become an integral part of our lives, and I’m thankful to have such a wonderful way to commemorate our love and commitment to each other.