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CanadaPlanner started life on what was then known as Twitter as the Canadian version of what was then called AP_Planner. A lot has changed since then, and so here we are on Bluesky. Follow along to get ahead of the news in Canada with highlights of upcoming events, anniversaries and holidays.
A week today: Thanksgiving. (Oct. 12th) en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thanksg...
Thanksgiving (Canada) - Wikipedia
en.wikipedia.org
October 5, 2026 at 5:27 PM
A week today: Thanksgiving. (Oct. 12th) en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thanksg...
A month away: Standard time starts in much of Canada. (Nov. 1st) en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Time_in...
Time in Canada - Wikipedia
en.wikipedia.org
October 1, 2026 at 4:28 PM
A month away: Standard time starts in much of Canada. (Nov. 1st) en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Time_in...
Tomorrow: National Coffee Day. (Sept. 29th) www.statcan.gc.ca/o1/en/plus/7...
A hot cup of coffee stats - Statistics Canada
Grab your favourite mug, because September 29 is National Coffee Day—celebrated by Canadians and others around the globe who love a good ol’ cup (or a few!) of coffee.
www.statcan.gc.ca
September 28, 2026 at 2:10 PM
Tomorrow: National Coffee Day. (Sept. 29th) www.statcan.gc.ca/o1/en/plus/7...
A week today: Nuit Blanche in Toronto. (Oct. 3rd) www.toronto.ca/explore-enjo...
Nuit Blanche
Nuit Blanche is Toronto's free all-night contemporary art event.
www.toronto.ca
September 26, 2026 at 1:48 AM
A week today: Nuit Blanche in Toronto. (Oct. 3rd) www.toronto.ca/explore-enjo...
Tomorrow: Franco-Ontarian Flag Day (September 25th) en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Franco-...
Franco-Ontarian flag - Wikipedia
en.wikipedia.org
September 24, 2026 at 8:23 PM
Tomorrow: Franco-Ontarian Flag Day (September 25th) en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Franco-...
A month away: The 2026 British Columbia provincial election takes place (October 24th) #bcpoli #bcelxn elections.bc.ca/2026-provinc...
2026 Provincial Election | Elections BC
A provincial general election has been called. Final Voting Day is October 24, 2026. You can vote if you are: a Canadian citizen, 18 or older on October 24, 2026, and a resident of B.C. since April 23...
elections.bc.ca
September 24, 2026 at 8:21 PM
A month away: The 2026 British Columbia provincial election takes place (October 24th) #bcpoli #bcelxn elections.bc.ca/2026-provinc...
A month away: Alberta’s referendum regarding constitutional questions takes place. (October 19th) www.elections.ab.ca/elections/re...
Referendum - Elections Alberta
In a referendum, electors are asked to respond to a question, generally with a “yes” or “no” vote, although other questions providing a choice are possible. Referendums are conducted under the Referen...
www.elections.ab.ca
September 20, 2026 at 3:19 AM
A month away: Alberta’s referendum regarding constitutional questions takes place. (October 19th) www.elections.ab.ca/elections/re...
Tomorrow: Nominations close to run for office in the 2026 British Columbia general local elections. (September 11th) elections.bc.ca/local-electi...
2026 General Local Elections | Elections BC
Guidance Materials It is your responsibility to ensureyou follow the rules in the LocalElections Campaign Financing Act. See the resources below for support and guidance: Local Guides Candidate Handbo...
elections.bc.ca
September 10, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Tomorrow: Nominations close to run for office in the 2026 British Columbia general local elections. (September 11th) elections.bc.ca/local-electi...
A month away: National Day for Truth and Reconcilliaition.(Sept. 30th) www.canada.ca/en/canadian-...
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation - Canada.ca
The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is observed September 30. The day honours First Nations, Inuit and Métis Survivors and their families and communities and ensures that public commemoration of the tragic and painful history of residential schools is a vital component of the reconciliation process.
www.canada.ca
August 30, 2026 at 3:46 PM
A month away: National Day for Truth and Reconcilliaition.(Sept. 30th) www.canada.ca/en/canadian-...
Tomorrow: federal by-elections for North Vancouver—Capilano, Beaches—East York, and Chicoutimi—Le Fjord. (August 31st) en.wikipedia.org/wiki/By-elec...
By-elections to the 45th Canadian Parliament - Wikipedia
en.wikipedia.org
August 30, 2026 at 3:42 PM
Tomorrow: federal by-elections for North Vancouver—Capilano, Beaches—East York, and Chicoutimi—Le Fjord. (August 31st) en.wikipedia.org/wiki/By-elec...
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Voters head to the polls in three federal byelections in B.C., Ontario and Quebec
Voters head to the polls in three federal byelections in B.C., Ontario and Quebec
Two of the ridings are considered fairly safe Liberal seats, both of which were vacated by former cabinet ministers. In Quebec, where voters had elected a Conservative four consecutive times, the Tories may have a difficult time holding their ground.
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August 30, 2026 at 3:15 PM
Voters head to the polls in three federal byelections in B.C., Ontario and Quebec
A month away: The Toronto Biennial of Art starts. (Sept. 26th) torontobiennial.org
Welcome – Toronto Biennial of Art
2026 programming schedule released Explore performances, conversations, artist-led programming, collective experiences, and more. Full Programs calendar Join Us: 2026 Opening Party Celebrate the launc...
torontobiennial.org
August 26, 2026 at 6:42 PM
A month away: The Toronto Biennial of Art starts. (Sept. 26th) torontobiennial.org
Tomorrow: Nomination Day in Ontario (the last day to become or withdraw as a candidate in the upcoming municipal election). (August 21st) www.amcto.com/media/2723
www.amcto.com
August 20, 2026 at 12:43 PM
Tomorrow: Nomination Day in Ontario (the last day to become or withdraw as a candidate in the upcoming municipal election). (August 21st) www.amcto.com/media/2723
A week today: Emancipation Day. (Aug. 1st) www.canada.ca/en/canadian-...
Emancipation Day — August 1 - Canada.ca
www.canada.ca
July 25, 2026 at 4:06 PM
A week today: Emancipation Day. (Aug. 1st) www.canada.ca/en/canadian-...
A week today: Squamish Days Loggers Sports Festival starts. (July 30th) squamishdays.ca
Squamish Days Loggers Sports Festival - July 30th to August 2nd, 2026
The Squamish Days Loggers Sports Festival is back to celebrate their 69th Anniversary as Squamish’s longest running community event!
squamishdays.ca
July 23, 2026 at 5:01 PM
A week today: Squamish Days Loggers Sports Festival starts. (July 30th) squamishdays.ca
A month away: National Acadian Day. (August 15th) www.canada.ca/en/canadian-...
National Acadian Day - Canada.ca
August 15 is the day that Acadians gather together to celebrate National Acadian Day. Discover the rich heritage and culture of Acadian people and join in the various celebrations!
www.canada.ca
July 15, 2026 at 11:54 AM
A month away: National Acadian Day. (August 15th) www.canada.ca/en/canadian-...
Demain: Journée pour l’air pur. (10 juillet) poumonquebec.ca/evenement/jo...
Journée pour l’air pur
L'Association pulmonaire du Québec tiendra, en collaboration avec Santé Canada, la toute première édition de la Journée pour l’air pur , le 10 juillet 2025, au parc du Belvédère de la Maison du citoye...
poumonquebec.ca
July 9, 2026 at 2:55 PM
Demain: Journée pour l’air pur. (10 juillet) poumonquebec.ca/evenement/jo...
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Carney to announce decision on new submarine fleet
Carney to announce decision on new submarine fleet
Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to announce a decision on procuring a new submarine fleet for the Royal Canadian Navy Monday in Halifax, multiple industry and government sources confirmed to CTV News.
www.ctvnews.ca
July 5, 2026 at 10:10 PM
Carney to announce decision on new submarine fleet
A month away: Saskatchewan Day. (August 3rd) en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Civic_H...
Civic Holiday - Wikipedia
en.wikipedia.org
July 3, 2026 at 2:55 PM
A month away: Saskatchewan Day. (August 3rd) en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Civic_H...
A month away: Terry Fox Day in Manitoba. (August 3rd) en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Civic_H...
Civic Holiday - Wikipedia
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July 3, 2026 at 2:54 PM
A month away: Terry Fox Day in Manitoba. (August 3rd) en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Civic_H...
A month away: British Columbia Day. (August 3rd) en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Civic_H...
Civic Holiday - Wikipedia
en.wikipedia.org
July 3, 2026 at 2:54 PM
A month away: British Columbia Day. (August 3rd) en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Civic_H...
A month away: Heritage Day in Alberta. (August 3rd) en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Civic_H...
Civic Holiday - Wikipedia
en.wikipedia.org
July 3, 2026 at 2:53 PM
A month away: Heritage Day in Alberta. (August 3rd) en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Civic_H...
A month away: Natal Day in Nova Scotia. (August 3rd) natalday.org
Natal Day Festival Halifax - Dartmouth
natalday.org
July 3, 2026 at 1:28 PM
A month away: Natal Day in Nova Scotia. (August 3rd) natalday.org
A month away: Civic Holiday in Ontario. (August 3rd) en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Civic_H...
Civic Holiday - Wikipedia
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July 3, 2026 at 1:26 PM
A month away: Civic Holiday in Ontario. (August 3rd) en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Civic_H...
A week today: Nunavut Day. (July 9th) en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nunavut...
Nunavut Day - Wikipedia
en.wikipedia.org
July 2, 2026 at 1:35 PM
A week today: Nunavut Day. (July 9th) en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nunavut...