Boxing Day is a day of massive commercial significance. Apart from this, important that is followed as a public holiday on December 26th every year. Thus, as it will be observed and followed this year as well. The day has got huge commercial significance in the Western countries which include Canada, US & UK. Apart from this, all the commonwealth nations including Australia and New Zealand.
The day is a public holiday in Canada as it follows just after Christmas day i.e. December 25th. There are many significance and levels of importance associated with the day that holds most integral values. For example, one of the significant in the sports industry is the Boxing Day Test match. An international test match is part of the Aussie home series, that takes place every year in Australia. Every year on the same day. Hence, as it is held in Melbourne in Australia. Thus, giving the desired values to the test match. Obviously, as the day is of huge significance to the Aussies. Thus, as it is for the English and the Canadians.
THE BOXING DAY RETAIL SIGNIFICANCE & VALUES IN CANADA:
Boxing Day has got a retail significance and value that it has got in Canada as it is globally. Especially, in countries that include the United States, the UK, Russia, Australia, and New Zealand. The retail and commercial importance regards the massive shopping discounts. Obviously, that makes Boxing Day a day of massive commercial importance. These discounts can rise up to 75%. Especially, on clothing, perfumes and electronics. As well as, many other items making the day full of significance for the Canadians. Ironically, as it is for the people of the UK and USA. A Boxing Day sale starts from 4am in the morning till midnight. Apart from this, the majority of the retail stores are filled with people who are interested in availing the sales. Furthermore, the things that they need as part of their everyday needs.
Therefore, regards the commercial values Boxing Day’s immense values can’t be denied. That is, not only for the consumers. But, also for the retailers. It is an opportunity that makes retailers enjoy the environment. Obviously, which is a shopping environment all set for the New Year. Hence, as it is a day full of happy vibes. Especially, just after Christmas. Hence, while welcoming the New Year with its full vigor and attitude. The ‘Boxing Day Sales’ i.e. a common terminology. Obviously, a term that is used for the sake of marketing for the Boxing Day deals. A huge significance while devising the retail strategies.
THE ORIGINS & BRIEF HISTORY OF THE DAY- ‘The Boxing Day 26th DEC‘:
The day is celebrated in Canada, USA & UK. Apart from this, the commonwealth countries (former British colonies or the nations closely linked to the Commonwealth member states) are around the world. It is in fact a religious holiday as Dec 26th is the feast of St. Stephen. That is, the first martyr. As part of the traditions that relate to the Boxing Day. Thus, it was around the 1600s. Obviously, it was a common practice for the servants. Importantly, to take a portion of the food leftover from the Christmas dinner. Thus, presented in a decorated box and presented to the families.
Thus, it is a transformation from the old traditions to the new, more cultured, more sophisticated and more commercial form. However, whatever it is regarding the myths or precisely the cultural myths. It is indeed a day that highlights the importance of the retail industry. Whether, it is Canada, the UK, the USA, Scotland, Ireland, New Zealand or even Australia. It really shows the value of discounts which start from Boxing Day. Further, can even stay there till the New Year’s Day. However, on Boxing Day respectively its sheer value can’t be denied.
WHY SHOULD PEOPLE CELEBRATE THIS DAY?
A key question is why should people celebrate this day? Obviously, as not everyone prefers to celebrate the day with its full charm and full intensity. People, especially in Canada must celebrate this day as it is a day that makes people happy. Hence, while they avail the shopping discounts. Most of people love to thank the day as it is a day that shows the power and prosperity of countries like Canada, the UK, the USA & other commonwealth nations. Also, the buying power. That is, the purchasing power of nations like Canada, Australia, and the UK. Thus, making them stand tall in the list of prosperous nations. Ironically, it’s the purchasing power that defines the prosperity level and the happiness index of the powerful nations.
Another valuable significance attached is the religious one as obviously this day is a religious day. Importantly, as it is known as St. Stephens’ Day. Thus, December 26th is not only known for the Boxing Day sales. Apart from this, the massive retail discounts. However, also regards to being the St. Stephens Day. Apart from this, also being the next day to Christmas. Also, known as Xmas in the Western World.
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HOW CAN YOU CELEBRATE THE BOXING DAY?
While you plan to hang out with friends and spend time shopping. Furthermore, in long queues outside the retail shops from 4:00 am. Obviously, you mustn’t leave those alone who are deprived and donate some clothes or some of cash in charity. There are many in the West who love to stay at their jobs. Ironically, as they are working on an hourly basis to avail the Boxing Day double time. Obviously, at the same time, they must keep intact regard to their accounts owing. That is, what they need to pay the Govt. in form of the taxes. Furthermore, what they need to pay as bills. That is, their credit card bills or loan payments. Boxing Day should make you thankful for all the provisions & also be thankful of living in a prosperous country like Canada.
It can be a day full of fun with friends and family if you make the most of this day. Obviously, not only giving the due preferences to the commercial values and pride. However, also to the religious significance of the day.