Victoria Day 2015: 24 facts about May 24 long weekend

By Colin Butler, CBC News

While the meaning of Victoria Day may be lost on some Canadians, it's a holiday older than the country itself. It was originally meant to commemorate the birthday of Queen Victoria. (Bassano/Wikipedia) 
 From historic controversy to Victoria Day disasters, the weekend known in Canada as the unofficial start of summer is our oldest state holiday. Here are 24 facts about May 24, just in time for reading on what's lovingly referred to as "May two-four."...24 facts