Eid ul Adha in Canada ― Date, History, and Details
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History of Eid ul Adha in Canada and How to Celebrate/ Observe It
Eid ul Adha is a Muslim holiday that commemorates the willingness of Ibrahim to sacrifice his son, as an act of obedience to God. It is also known as the “Festival of Sacrifice”.
Eid ul Adha is celebrated annually on the 10th day of the month of Dhu al-Hijjah. Muslims all over the world perform the Hajj, or pilgrimage to Mecca during this month. The holiday lasts for four days and is an important time for family and friends to get together.
In Canada, Eid ul Adha is a public holiday in the provinces of Alberta, Quebec and Saskatchewan. It is also a statutory holiday in the Northwest Territories and Nunavut. Muslims in Canada celebrate Eid ul Adha with prayers, feasts and special celebrations.