Ganesh Chaturthi • Hinduism
September 6
A major Hindu festival celebrating Lord Ganesha’s descent to earth. Idols of Ganesh are creating and displayed for ten days afterwhich they are immersed in water to symboilize his return home to the divine. People celebrate with music, dancing, distributing sweets and other festivities.
Common greetings: “Happy Ganesh Chaturthi” or “May Lord Ganesh bless you with prosperity and luck”
Religious and cultural days
Student Life has compiled a list of significant religious and cultural days.
Explore the list to learn more about the holidays of different faith and ethnic groups, when they are celebrated and how to greet or acknowledge those who observe.
For students: Accommodations for Religious Observances
Visit the Office of the Vice Provost Students website and learn more about Religious Accommodations. It is the policy of the University of Toronto to work with students who observe religious days other than those already accommodated by current scheduling and statutory holidays. Familiarize yourself with the Policy on Scheduling of Classes and Examinations and Other Accommodations for Religious Observances.
Do you have questions or need help?
Contact the FIFSW Director of EDI, Shahana Arain or visit The Office of the Vice Provost, Students.