Do You Know The Meaning Behind The Civic Holiday?

Do you know why the first Monday of August is a holiday in Ontario? If you answered no, you’re not alone. Most people simply associate it with having an extra day away from the office.

And although that alone could be enough of a reason to celebrate, the true meaning behind the holiday is to honour John Graves Simcoe, the first Lieutenant Governor of Ontario (then known as Upper Canada). He was also the founder of the Historic Fort York, the birthplace of modern Toronto.

Pam Seatle will have the full wrap on celebrations underway at the historic site on CityNews at Six.