{"id":230937,"date":"2026-03-12T11:28:06","date_gmt":"2026-03-12T15:28:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.prepareforcanada.com\/?p=230937"},"modified":"2026-03-12T17:50:28","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T21:50:28","slug":"eid-al-fitr-in-canada","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/blog\/living\/life-in-canada\/eid-al-fitr-in-canada","title":{"rendered":"Celebrating Eid al-Fitr in Canada 2026: Traditions, Dates &amp; Community"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<section id=\"\" class=\"bg-transparent \" style=\" padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 30px;\">\n        <div class=\"container relative z-10\">\n        <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-when-is-eid-al-fitr-2026-in-canada\">When is Eid al-Fitr 2026 in Canada?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2026, Eid al-Fitr is expected to begin on the evening of <strong>Thursday, March 19, <\/strong>and end on the evening of <strong>Friday, March 20, 2026<\/strong>. Because the Islamic calendar is lunar, the exact date depends on the sighting of the new crescent moon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-theme-off-white-background-color has-background\"><strong>Tip for Eid 2026: <\/strong>Since Eid falls on a Thursday\/Friday in 2026, many major Canadian festivals and &#8220;Eid Carnivals&#8221; will take place on <strong>March 20\u201322, 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"\" class=\"bg-transparent \" style=\" padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 30px;\">\n        <div class=\"container relative z-10\">\n        <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-understanding-eid-al-fitr-the-festival-of-breaking-the-fast\">Understanding Eid al-Fitr: The Festival of Breaking the Fast<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Eid al-Fitr (Arabic: \u0639\u064a\u062f \u0627\u0644\u0641\u0637\u0631) marks the end of <strong>Ramadan<\/strong>, the holy month of fasting. In Canada\u2019s multicultural landscape, this &#8220;Festival of Breaking the Fast&#8221; is a vibrant blend of religious devotion and diverse cultural expressions from the Global Muslim Ummah.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Primary Significance:<\/strong> A day of gratitude to Allah for the strength to complete the 30-day fast.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The &#8220;Lesser Eid&#8221;:<\/strong> While technically called the &#8220;Smaller Eid&#8221; (<em>Eid al-Saghir<\/em>) compared to <em>Eid al-Adha<\/em> (the Feast of Sacrifice), it is often the most celebrated festival for Canadian Muslim families.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"\" class=\"bg-transparent \" style=\" padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 30px;\">\n        <div class=\"container relative z-10\">\n        <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/mother-daughter-eid-gifts-canada.jpg\" alt=\"A heartwarming portrait of a Muslim mother and her young daughter smiling together while holding wrapped Eid gifts in a Canadian home.\" class=\"wp-image-329644\" style=\"width:625px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/2024-rd-staging.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/2024-prepare-for-canada\/2025\/03\/11145542\/mother-daughter-eid-gifts-canada.jpg 900w, https:\/\/2024-rd-staging.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/2024-prepare-for-canada\/2025\/03\/11145542\/mother-daughter-eid-gifts-canada-512x341.jpg 512w, https:\/\/2024-rd-staging.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/2024-prepare-for-canada\/2025\/03\/11145542\/mother-daughter-eid-gifts-canada-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>The joy of Eidi: A mother and daughter celebrate the end of Ramadan with gifts and shared smiles.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-festival-of-breaking-fast\">How Canadians Celebrate: From Mosques to Community Halls<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Because March in Canada is still chilly, the Canadian Eid experience uniquely centers on indoor community hubs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-eid-prayer-salat-al-eid\">The Eid Prayer (Salat al-Eid)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Celebrations begin early in the morning. Due to the large Muslim population in cities like Toronto, Calgary, and Montreal, prayers are often held in large convention centres (such as the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.explace.on.ca\/event\/maceidfest-toronto-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MacEidFest Toronto 2026<\/a> at Enercare Centre) to accommodate thousands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-zakat-al-fitr-mandatory-charity\">Zakat al-Fitr (Mandatory Charity)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most beautiful traditions preserved in Canada is <strong>Zakat al-Fitr<\/strong>, or the &#8220;Charity of Breaking the Fast.&#8221; This donation ensures that even the most vulnerable members of the global community can celebrate Eid with a full meal. For 2026, the recommended amount in Canada is $15 CAD per person. Many Canadian Muslims choose to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.islamicreliefcanada.org\/our-work\/zakat\/fitrana\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">fulfill their Fitrana obligations<\/a> through registered charities to ensure funds are distributed before the morning prayer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-eidi-and-salami\">Eidi and Salami<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A beloved tradition where elders give cash gifts to children. In Canada, this often includes digital transfers or &#8220;Eid Goodie Bags&#8221; distributed at mosques.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"\" class=\"relative bg-cover bg-center \" style=\"background-image: url(); padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 30px;\">\n            <div class=\"absolute top-0 right-0 z-0 w-full h-full bg-gradient-black-transparent\"><\/div>\n        <div class=\"container relative z-10\">\n        <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-major-eid-al-fitr-2026-events-in-canada\">Major Eid al-Fitr 2026 Events in Canada<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>To help plan celebrations, here is a breakdown of major Eid festivals and prayer gatherings scheduled across Canada for 2026. Since al-Fitr 2026 is expected to fall on <strong>Friday, March 20<\/strong>, many of these events coincide with the end of March Break, making it an ideal time for family outings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Event Name<\/th><th>Location<\/th><th>Date(s)<\/th><th>Highlights<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>MACEidFest Toronto<\/td><td>*Enercare Centre<br>(Exhibition Place)<\/td><td>March 20, 2026<\/td><td>Canada&#8217;s largest Eid festival. Features morning prayer at 10 AM, Jumuah at 2 PM, a massive indoor carnival, and a global food bazaar.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>MACEidFest Montreal<\/td><td>Le Ch\u00e2teau Royal, Laval<\/td><td>March 22, 2026<\/td><td>A grand indoor celebration for the Quebec community with family-friendly rides, sports tournaments, and diverse international cuisines.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Stampede Toyota Eid Calgary<\/td><td>Stampede Toyota<\/td><td>March 21, 2026<\/td><td>A community-focused social event featuring food, music, and a &#8220;Eid Trivia&#8221; giveaway for local families.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>MACEid Festival Vancouver<\/td><td>Vancouver Convention Centre<\/td><td>March 20, 2026<\/td><td>Organized by the Muslim Association of Canada. Large-scale congregational prayer followed by family activities and community networking in the heart of downtown.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>BCMA Surrey Jamea Masjid<\/td><td>124th Street &amp; 72nd Ave, Surrey<\/td><td>March 20, 2026<\/td><td>A cornerstone of the Surrey community. Multiple prayer shifts to accommodate thousands, with a strong focus on family atmosphere and &#8220;Eidi&#8221; for children.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>*<strong>Pro-Tip <\/strong>Parking at Exhibition Place fills up fast; consider taking the GO Train to Exhibition Station for a stress-free arrival!<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"\" class=\"bg-transparent \" style=\" padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 30px;\">\n        <div class=\"container relative z-10\">\n        <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/traditional-eid-desserts-baklava-canada.jpg\" alt=\"A decorative plate featuring assorted Eid sweets like baklava, ma\u2019amoul cookies, and dates.\" class=\"wp-image-329641\" style=\"width:625px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/2024-rd-staging.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/2024-prepare-for-canada\/2025\/03\/11124216\/traditional-eid-desserts-baklava-canada.jpg 900w, https:\/\/2024-rd-staging.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/2024-prepare-for-canada\/2025\/03\/11124216\/traditional-eid-desserts-baklava-canada-512x341.jpg 512w, https:\/\/2024-rd-staging.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/2024-prepare-for-canada\/2025\/03\/11124216\/traditional-eid-desserts-baklava-canada-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>A decorative plate featuring assorted Eid sweets like baklava, ma\u2019amoul cookies, and dates.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-flavours-of-a-canadian-eid\">The Flavours of a Canadian Eid<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The &#8220;Canadian&#8221; plate at Eid is a literal map of the world. In a single neighborhood, you might find:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>South Asian:<\/strong> Biryani, Sheer Khurma (vermicelli pudding), and Samosas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Middle Eastern:<\/strong> Baklava, Ma\u2019amoul (date cookies), and Mansaf.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Somali:<\/strong> Cambaabur (Eid bread) and Halwa.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"\" class=\"bg-transparent \" style=\" padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 30px;\">\n        <div class=\"container relative z-10\">\n        <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-community-involvement\">Community Involvement<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>People who celebrate Eid may not have close relatives who live in Canada. So, it is a common practice to invite friends and neighbours to Eid parties instead. This welcoming spirit fosters a strong sense of community and togetherness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>During Eid al-Fitr, many Muslims organize events and activities that benefit the community, often with the help of volunteers.&nbsp;Many charitable organizations rely on volunteers to achieve their objectives. In addition to being an important part of Eid, <a href=\"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/living\/life-in-canada\/benefits-of-volunteering-for-newcomers\">volunteering benefits newcomers<\/a> who want to strengthen ties to the local community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-master-your-move-to-canada\">\ud83d\udca1 Master Your Move to Canada<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Building community ties is a vital part of your journey, but we know the first few weeks in a new country can also feel overwhelming. Settlement is about more than just finding a mosque or a grocery store; it\u2019s about knowing the right steps from day one. Join our upcoming webinar, <strong>Your First Weeks in Canada,<\/strong> for expert advice on obtaining documents, finding housing, and making your first connections in the community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"\" class=\"\">\n    <div class=\"hs-cta-embed hs-cta-simple-placeholder hs-cta-embed-203388635830\"\r\n  style=\"max-width:100%; max-height:100%; width:948px;height:337px\" data-hubspot-wrapper-cta-id=\"203388635830\">\r\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/cta-service-cms2.hubspot.com\/web-interactives\/public\/v1\/track\/redirect?encryptedPayload=AVxigLJy4bFMJSp%2Fxcxkh7p%2BZtxjY9g%2B8YVPM42JOgmBkYe7A9LJBDzD8YfQsnajF1SkSR2%2FsvehGkxkJbOR%2FUmftRsRK%2FlQ5CPddJdetr4v81qaCyEn%2BCoi%2BXvKlQlWpYd9vFF6cloOya1S845gzV3kT1wzq%2BaXaqWnfuhq%2FFNxaTkh0SsucvNvK9bKfufbQKOi2y%2BXO7NwMyaz8DA27EqCGLwlZgJGXTvRwF0VITcPOiX7AbOSVqbUN9N64kkcYcleXAB4dkUdGG9N69UBoYn2iol02CeYaQ8d85Fw7s69tu0xDpmu8Q8XRdIU41XDrJ2uEgpUe7sg48ASFwbftA7EnLk%3D&#038;webInteractiveContentId=203388635830&#038;portalId=470123\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\">\r\n    <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Your First Weeks CTA\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/no-cache.hubspot.com\/cta\/default\/470123\/interactive-203388635830.png\" style=\"height: 100%; width: 100%; object-fit: fill\"\r\n      onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" \/>\r\n  <\/a>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"\" class=\"relative bg-cover bg-center \" style=\"background-image: url(); padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 30px;\">\n            <div class=\"absolute top-0 right-0 z-0 w-full h-full bg-gradient-black-transparent\"><\/div>\n        <div class=\"container relative z-10\">\n        <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs-about-celebrating-eid-in-canada\">FAQs About Celebrating Eid in Canada<\/h2>\n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"\" class=\"relative bg-cover bg-center \" style=\"background-image: url(); padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 30px;\">\n            <div class=\"absolute top-0 right-0 z-0 w-full h-full bg-gradient-black-transparent\"><\/div>\n        <div class=\"container relative z-10\">\n        <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1773240401246\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is Eid al-Fitr a public holiday in Canada?<br><br><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No. Unlike <a href=\"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/living\/life-in-canada\/statutory-holidays-in-canada\">Statutory Holidays in Canada<\/a>, such as Canada Day or Good Friday, Eid is not an official paid day off. Many Islamic organizations and schools may close, but most workers will need to ask their employer for the day off in advance. <br><br><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1773245616264\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How do I wish someone a Happy Eid?<br><br><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The most common greeting is <strong>&#8220;Eid Mubarak,&#8221;<\/strong> which means &#8220;Blessed Feast.&#8221; You can also say &#8220;Happy Eid.&#8221;<br><br><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1773245658937\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can non-Muslims attend Eid Festivities?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><br>Yes! Many Canadian mosques and community centers host &#8220;Open House&#8221; Eid festivals or &#8220;Eid bazaars&#8221; where neighbours of all faiths are welcome to enjoy the food and atmosphere.<br><\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"\" class=\"relative bg-cover bg-center \" style=\"background-image: url(); padding-top: 30px; padding-bottom: 0px;\">\n            <div class=\"absolute top-0 right-0 z-0 w-full h-full bg-gradient-black-transparent\"><\/div>\n        <div class=\"container relative z-10\">\n        <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/eid-al-fitr-festival-table-decor-canada.jpg\" alt=\"A vibrant close-up of an Eid al-Fitr table featuring a decorative gold lantern, fresh red flowers, blood oranges, and a bowl of traditional sweets like baklava.\" class=\"wp-image-329741\" style=\"width:625px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/2024-rd-staging.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/2024-prepare-for-canada\/2025\/03\/12102627\/eid-al-fitr-festival-table-decor-canada.jpg 900w, https:\/\/2024-rd-staging.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/2024-prepare-for-canada\/2025\/03\/12102627\/eid-al-fitr-festival-table-decor-canada-512x341.jpg 512w, https:\/\/2024-rd-staging.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/2024-prepare-for-canada\/2025\/03\/12102627\/eid-al-fitr-festival-table-decor-canada-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>From the glow of the lanterns to the sweetness of the first bite, Eid in Canada is a feast for the senses<\/em>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-final-thought-the-spirit-of-eid-in-canada\">Final Thought: The Spirit of Eid in Canada<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>While the Canadian landscape might still be thawing in late March, the warmth of the Muslim community ensures that Eid al-Fitr is never a cold affair. Celebrating Eid in Canada is a unique experience, it is a day where ancient traditions like <em>Zakat<\/em> and <em>Eidi<\/em> meet the modern reality of multicultural city life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you are attending a massive prayer at a convention center, sharing biryani with new neighbours, or enjoying a day of reflection with your family, the essence of the holiday remains the same: gratitude, charity, and connection. As the crescent moon for Shawwal appears in 2026, it brings with it a reminder that no matter how far you are from your country of origin, the spirit of Eid is home wherever you are. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Eid Mubarak!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":15,"featured_media":329673,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[295],"tags":[250],"class_list":["post-230937","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-life-in-canada","tag-settling-in-canada-post-arrival"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.4 (Yoast SEO v27.4) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Eid al-Fitr in Canada 2026 in Canada: Dates, Events &amp; Traditions<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Celebrate Eid al-Fitr 2026 in Canada! 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Many Canadian mosques and community centers host \"Open House\" Eid festivals or \"Eid bazaars\" where neighbours of all faiths are welcome to enjoy the food and atmosphere.<br>","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"}]}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/230937","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/15"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=230937"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/230937\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/329673"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=230937"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=230937"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=230937"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}