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Happy Labor Day (Labour Day \u2013 International Workers Day \u2013\u00a0 May Day)!<\/strong><\/p>\n

[youtube https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=eOrwabFopbY]You\u2019ve worked hard all summer. This Labor Day before going back to work and back to school, take some time to relax and enjoy one more backyard barbeque, one more trip to the beach, one more night sleeping under the stars, one more bonfire, and create one perfect summer memory.\u00a0 After all, you\u2019ve earned it!<\/p>\n

When Is Labor Day Celebrated Around The World?\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong><\/p>\n

In both Canada and the United States, Labor Day is celebrated on the first Monday in September. It\u2019s to honor the achievements of American and Canadian workers. In Australia, it\u2019s celebrated on different days according to which state\/territory you\u2019re in.<\/p>\n

For some countries around the world, it\u2019s connected to International Workers\u2019 Day that\u2019s celebrated every May 1st. \u00a0And yet for others, it\u2019s celebrated on different dates that hold a unique significance for their labor movement. Over 80 countries around the world celebrate International Workers\u2019 Day on May 1st.<\/p>\n

The History Of Labor Day In The U.S.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The first national Labor Day was held in 1885. The late 1800s was in the height of the Industrial Revolution in the U.S. At this time, the average laborer worked 12 hours a day, 7 days a week.\u00a0 Plus, children ages 5 and above worked in factories, mills and even in mines.<\/p>\n

On May 11, 1894, laborers in Chicago working at the Pullman Palace Car Company went on strike. They were protesting wage cuts and the firing of union representatives. Because of the massive unrest, it caused, and to repair relations with American workers, Congress made Labor Day a legal holiday.<\/p>\n

As the story goes (no one is really sure) Peter J. McGuire, general secretary of the Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners and a co-founder of the American Federation of Labor, suggested we honor our workers.<\/p>\n

But some believe that Matthew Maguire, a machinist, was the founder of Labor Day. He was also the secretary of Local 344 of the International Association of Machinists in Paterson, N.J., and it\u2019s said that in 1882 he proposed we have a holiday to celebrate the work our laborers do.\u00a0 At this time he was serving as secretary of the Central Labor Union in New York.<\/p>\n

The History Of Labour Day In Canada<\/strong><\/p>\n

In 1872 the Toronto Trades Assembly organized Canada\u2019s first demonstration for worker\u2019s rights. It was held to promote the release of 24 leaders of the Toronto Typographical Union who were imprisoned due to a strike they held for a nine-hour working day. Trade unions were illegal at this time.<\/p>\n

There was such an uprising of support that the house of Canada\u2019s first prime minister, Sir John Macdonald promised to repeal all Canadian laws against trade unions. This led to the Canadian Labour Congress in 1883.<\/p>\n

In 1894, Labour Day which had been celebrated in the spring, was changed to the fall to be held on the same day as the U.S. The celebration of workers\u2019 rights continues, and many Canadians take the day to relax, take a late summer trip or get together with family and friends at picnics, fairs, and festivals.<\/p>\n

Labour Day In Australia<\/strong><\/p>\n

Labour Day in Australia is held to honor the granting of the 8-hour working day and to recognize the contributions of workers to the country\u2019s economy. Before then, the workday was 12 hours and people worked 6 days a week.<\/p>\n

In Australia, Labour Day varies between its different states and territories.<\/p>\n