Christmas (Old English: Crīstesmæsse, meaning "Christ's Mass") is an annual commemoration of the birth of Jesus Christ and a widely observed holiday, celebrated generally on December 25 by billions of people around the world. A feast central to the Christian liturgical year, it closes the Advent season and initiates the twelve days of Christmastide. Christmas is a civil holiday in many of the world's nations, is celebrated by an increasing number of non-Christians, and is an integral part of the Christmas and holiday season.
As the Christmas season approaches, many people the world over focus on peace and goodwill, even though these virtues have become rare in today’s world. Nevertheless, there are those who are striving to promote peace and goodwill, both on the world stage as well as at the local level. Peace and goodwill are best promoted through the three virtues associated with Christmas which are faith, hope and charity.
Many Christians in Canada mark the birth of Jesus Christ on December 25, which is known as Christmas Day. It is a day of celebration when many Canadians exchange gifts and enjoy festive meals.
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