People shopping for flowers and plants during Victoria Day in Toronto

Fig plants are being displayed at a garden centre during the Victoria Day long weekend in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, on May 19, 2025. Victoria Day is informally considered the start of the summer season in Canada. Victoria Day in Canada is celebrated to commemorate Queen Victoria's role in the country's history, particularly her support for the Confederation, which helped unify the provinces under the British Crown. It also serves as a reminder of Canada's historical ties to the British monarchy.