The History of Easter



Easter Sunday is a holiday for many of us. In Canada Easter Sunday is a public holiday, along with Easter Monday. In the Canadian province of Quebec, either Good Friday or Easter Monday are statutory holidays (although most companies give both).

So where does Easter Eggs fit into the story?

The egg is an ancient symbol of new life and rebirth. In Christianity it became associated with Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection.

The Easter Bunny is a popular legendary Easter gift-giving character analogous to Santa Claus.