This, unfortunately, is a workday for me (ah, the joys of the 24/7 Internet news business!).

But I would hope that my fellow Canadians are otherwise having a great day today -- and that they take some time out of the revelry to appreciate the fact they live in one of the world's more peaceful and inclusive countries.

While I'm sure everyone knows the national anthem, here's a refresher. If you're curious as to how we wound up with the Maple Leaf as a flag, read this.

CTV.ca has a Canada Day quiz, but I would really urge you to go off-line and get a beer and a burger (veggie where applicable), throw a frisbee around and watch fireworks tonight -- or some variation on that agenda.