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Canada is the amalgamation of different culture and so it is celebrated as well in different ways according to each countries tradition that forms the varied tradition of the place. The Eskimos celebrate “Sinck Tuck” which involves dancing and exchanging gifts.
There is a tradition from Newfoundland called “Mummering” where a group of people called Masked Mummers or belsnicklers, visiting people making loud noises, ringing bells and asking for candies or other treats. If the host becomes successful in guessing the Mummer under disguise they stop the noises. Children are also asked about their behavior and if they remain good in conduct all throughout the year the kids are gifted with candies and chocolates.
People display the nativity scenes or Crèches in Quebec. After attending the Christmas Mass in midnight families eat pork pie or tourtiere and Boulettes or small meatballs. Traditionally the Christmas banquet is known as “reveillon”.
In Labrador, children are gifted with turnips lighted with candles pushed into the hollow up hole. The turnips are saved from the summer harvest.
Another prevailing idea in Canada during the Christmastide is the “Boston Christmas Tree” which started more than 80 years ago. Every year the country sends its best Christmas tree to Boston, U.S.A. as a token for appreciation for Boston’s helping hand to the country prevailing during the time of need.
A typical Canadian dinner will include roasted turkey (sometimes stuffed), sauces, mashed potatoes, vegetables while for the dessert pudding, tarts, pies are served. |