Christmas Traditions Celebrated in Canada

Sinck Tuck | Nunavut

In Nunavut and other Canadian Northern areas, native Inuits celebrate Sinck Tuck. This is a celebration of the winter solstice, and involves meals composed of caribou, raw fish, seal, dancing, and gift exchanges.

Réveillon, Midnight Meal | Quebec

Réveillon is a major feast celebrated in Quebec. This meal begins on Christmas eve and lasts until the morning of Christmas, and commonly consists of pig’s feet stew (Ragoût aux pattes de cochons), and meat pie (Tourtiere).

Chicken Bones | New Brunswick

In New Brunswick, Chicken Bones are a holiday treat! Chicken Bones are a holiday spicy cinnamon candy treat, filled with chocolate. These candies are bright pink, and have been a traditional treat since 1885. The town of Niagara Falls is famous for its extravagant Christmas lights display, which has been running since 1983. It turns the city into a glowing winter wonderland!

Masked Mummers | Newfoundland

In Newfoundland, masked mummers can be seen roaming the streets during the holiday season. These individuals make lots of noise and visit various homes asking for treats. If the person who answers the door can guess who is behind the mask, the masked individual must take off their mask and stop their annoying ways.

Boxing Day | Canada

Boxing Day is a public holiday in Canada, celebrated on December 26th. Boxing Day is primarily known as a shopping holiday, similar to Black Friday in the United States. Many retailers offer significant discounts and promotions, and it has become one of the busiest shopping days of the year. Bargain-hunters often line up outside stores early in the morning to take advantage of the post-Christmas sales.