Did you know?
The word October comes from the Latin octo, meaning “eight.” In the original Roman calendar, October was the eighth month of the year until January and February were added at the front.
October is the only month that always ends on the same day of the week as February, no matter the year.
In Canada, October is a colourful month for more than just the leaves—it’s when we celebrate Thanksgiving (on the second Monday), and it’s also home to spooky Halloween on the 31st.
The birthstones for October are opal and tourmaline, both known for their dazzling rainbow-like colours, a perfect match for the season’s fall beauty.