Dominion Day was a day commemorating the granting of certain countries Dominion status β that is, "autonomous Communities within the British Empire, equal in status, in no way subordinate one to another in any aspect of their domestic or external affairs, though united by a common allegiance to the Crown, and freely associated as members of the British Commonwealth of Nations". It was an official public holiday in Canada from 1879 to 1982, where it was celebrated on 1 July; that date is now known as Canada Day. In the Dominion of New Zealand, the anniversary of the granting of Dominion status, on 26 September, was observed as Dominion Day; it was never a public holiday.
Dominion Day (New Zealand)
On September 26, in the year 0, Dominion Day (New Zealand). This event is recorded as a Holidays event in the history of September 26, one of 457 recorded events on this date across all of history.
Key Facts
- This event took place on September 26, 0 (AD era).
- It is categorised as a Holidays event in recorded history.
- Referenced in 2 Wikipedia articles.
- Wikipedia source last updated on 4 July 2026.
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