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Diwali starts Monday October 24th. Celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs, Buddhists and Jains around the world Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, celebrates the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness.

In honour of Diwali, Canada Post has issued a special fluorescent stamp illustrated by Arthur Grivel of Montreal. The stamp design shows fireworks displays and lighting of diyas, both of which are important to Diwali celebrations.

Canadian Thanksgiving takes place the second Monday in October. It has history all its own, separate from that of our neighbours to the South!

The history of Thanksgiving in Canada - Canada's History Where did the tradition come from?

Instead of a key to the city, honourees in Calgary get a white cowboy hat and have to say the most stereotypically Albertan pledge ever.

Canada is known for its universal health care, but hospitals can be confusing. Here are some tips in case you ever end up there.

1- Make sure you have your health care card
2- Be prepared to wait.
3- Be prepared to answer the following...
if you have allergies, are you on any medications, what is your medical history