Good Friday is a public holiday in Canada and it exists to commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and his death at Calvary. This event is observed during Holy Week as part of the Paschal Triduum on the Friday preceding Easter Sunday. The holiday is considered one of the most solemn and sacred days in Christianity.
During Good Friday in Canada, most businesses and schools are closed, providing an opportunity for families to spend time together and for individuals to reflect on their faith. Services are held at churches throughout the country where the Passion Story, the story of Jesus' arrest, trial, and execution, is often read or performed. These services also involve prayers, hymns, and messages focused on Christ's sacrifice for mankind.
Besides religious ceremonies, certain cultural traditions are also observed on Good Friday in Canada. One such tradition is the consumption of hot cross buns, a spiced sweet bun marked with a cross on top, symbolizing the crucifixion. Despite its solemnity, Good Friday is a day of hope for Christians, as it leads to Easter Sunday, the day when Christ’s resurrection, a cornerstone of Christian faith, is celebrated.