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February 20, Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario, PEI & Saskatchewan, Canada 

For visitors to Canada, be prepared to encounter a lot of closed signs this mid-winter break. Also known in Manitoba as Louis Riel Day and in PEI as Islander Day, Monday’s holiday extends the weekend by one extra day, closing down banks, government offices and some retail stores. But it’s not all bad news! Most family and traveler-friendly facilities including museums, art galleries and tourist attractions remain open. Check your local listings for Family Day events and activities happening locally Canada-wide, including winter carnivals.

 

February 20-22, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA 

There’s never a shortage of fake Elvises in Vegas, but this convention is like the family reunion. The Las Vegas Celebrity Impersonators Convention features red carpet arrivals and media interviews. Open to the general public, showcase tickets cost $10. But to catch the real action—in which impersonators from around the world perform in talent showcases to become the next “Vegas Tribute Idol”—you can buy a ticket to the Reel Awards for just $20. celebrityimpersonatorconventions.com

 

According to the United Nations, more than 50 per cent of the world’s 7000 spoken languages are expected to die within a few generations. With only a few hundred languages spoken in public institutions and fewer still used online, International Mother Language Day recognizes the importance of linguistic diversity. The annual event, which was established in 2000, is celebrated worldwide so check your local listings for relevant documentary screenings, discussions and meetings. No actual festivities happening near you? Celebrate the day by downloading a language learning app.
www.un.org/en/events/motherlanguageday