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Edmonton has recently surpassed a population of just over 1 million residents. The growth in population represents many different ethnic groups and cultures whose presence make themselves known in many ways. One of the ways most people don't think about is the Edmonton Public School school calendar. Until recently holidays were reflective of Edmonton's Judeo/Christian background but now that has changed significantly and EPS is having to adjust the school year calendar to reflect those changes.  National Indigenous People's Day on June 21 and Diwali on Oct 24 will be  two new holidays added to Edmonton Public Schools holiday schedule next year and more are being lobbied for and considered.

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