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Canada Day celebrates the anniversary of the July 1, 1867, enactment of the British North America Act, 1867 which united Canada into a single country called Canada within the British Empire. It was created by the Canadian Government. The name was changed from Dominion Day to Canada Day in 1982 when the Canadian constitution was patriated.

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When was the first Canada day held?

The first Canada/Dominion Day was held on July 1,1867.


When is Canada day in Canada?

Canada DayCanada Day is on July 1st. It is the anniversary of the formation of the original Dominion of Canada (also known as "Confederation") on July 1, 1867.


Is Canada day is celebrated each year on July first?

Canada Day is celebrated on July 1st every year.


Before July 1 became Canada Day what was special about it?

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What was cananda day called before 1867?

Before 1867, Canada was divided into upper and lower Canada. In lower Canada most of the people were French. In upper Canada most of the people were British. But on July first, 1867 upper and lower Canada joined confederation to become Canada, This is why we celebrate Canada day on July first :)


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When is Canada Day and what does it celebrate?

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