The Best Ways to Celebrate Father’s Day In Canada

This Year, Father's Day will be celebrated on June 15, 2025. Typically, Father's Day follows a designated weekend date, the third Sunday in June; however, while that is still the same, the calendar date changes every year.

Father's Day serves not just as a celebration of one or many fathers, but as a great representation of honour for the efforts of fathers who deserve a day of relaxing or great activities, for their part in shaping our lives.

What are your thoughts on it? I believe it’s the same. So, whether he is a Dad-to-be, new dad, or promoting as a father and grandfather figure, you can surprise them this Father’s Day. But, how?
Do not worry, we bring amazing ways to help you honour the men of your life with the countless options.

Why Do We Celebrate Father's Day?

Is this question storming your mind too? So, let’s know its history. Father’s Day celebrations are inspired by the Mother’s Day concept and emerged in the early 20th century. Mothers were often given priority, but somewhere, the efforts of fathers were overlooked. 

If we go with history, Father's Day, as we know it today, originated in the United States. Sonora Smart Dodd wanted to create a Father's Day similar to Mother's Day to honour fathers. Dodd was a single dad's girl raised by her dad after her mum passed away. The first Father's Day event was held in Spokane, Washington, on June 19, 1910.

Canadians had begun observing Father's Day unofficially long before the U.S. recognized it as a national holiday in 1972, but it took decades for the official recognition to occur. From the 1920s, we have witnessed the occasion grow to its current, fully established format. 

Over the past few decades, Father's Day has been celebrated on the third Sunday of June. In Canada, it is a great opportunity to acknowledge the fathers in your life. The Greater Toronto Area (GTA) will certainly not run short of activities on Father’s Day in Canada, of all interests, whether they are interested in outdoor adventures or culinary delights.

Make Him Smile Wide This Father’s Day in Canada

Markham: For the Active Playful Dad

• Golf and Brunch at Angus Glen: A round of golf for Dad, plus a BBQ or Brunch on June 14, 2025!
• Joyride 150: An indoor bike park with pump tracks and jump lines for the adrenaline-seeking dad on April 5-6, 2025.
• Gaming at Denthreesixty: Retro and modern video games, including arcade machines, on any Monday!

Mississauga: Culture and Eats

• Mississauga Halal Food Festival (June 13- 15, 2025): Check if the halal food festival will fall on this day. Explore Halal food from around the world at Celebration Square's food stalls!
• Creative Craft Beer Festival (June 13-14, 2025): Sample local food and drink while listening to music at the Creative Craft Beer Festival!
• Waterfront (Anytime): Spend time at the waterfront, take a walk or enjoy a boat tour on Lake Ontario.

Oakville: Arts, Nature & Fine Dining

• Father's Day Art Workshop: You can join creative workshops with your dad at local galleries, such as Oak Cafe Gallery, on June 14, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
• Bronte Creek Provincial Park: Want to hike, tour the children's farm or pack a picnic? Bronte Park is an ideal option. You can also participate ‘Dad Games Event at Dave and Buster’s Oakville on June 15, 2025, from 1 pm to 4 pm. 
• Eating on Lakeshore Road East: Enjoy an upscale meal at restaurants such as Hexagon on June 15, 2025

North York: Entertainment & Green Spaces

• Eating: ChickQueen are one of the relaxed and amazing restaurants to take your family for a meal.
• Black Creek Pioneer Village: You can discover Canadian heritage through hands-on history activities on June 15, 2025, with your dad.
• Don Valley Golf Course: You can take your dad to the golf course to enjoy a day playing golf and learn new techniques to be a master in it. 

Queen St W (Toronto): Trendy & Unique Finds

• Independent Boutiques: Find a unique gift or enjoy a leisurely walk, with or without intention, on regular Sundays!
• J's Steak Frites: Great place for a simple steak dinner with Father’s Day Celebration on June 15, 2025.
• Live Music & Patios: Enjoy the energy of the unique festival feel with live music or patio hopping. Also, go through the specific events from June 13-15,2025, that you can participate in.

Wherever you choose to celebrate Father’s Day in Canada, making it special for your dad is all that matters. So, it’s high time to explore the activities on Father’s Day in Canada based on his interests while spending quality time together.

Do you have a time shortage or planning brunch or Lunch with your cool Dad? Don’t be stressed, we have more ideas to save your celebrations of Father’s Day in Canada. 

How about taking your dad for a Dine-In at ChickQueen? Isn’t it a delicious idea? Well, to save your pocket, you can check out these special CQ value packs. 

Brunch Father’s Day in Canada 2025 at ChickQueen 

ChickQueen Value Packs: Our 'Value Packs' category indicates that the following items are bundled meals designed to offer good value for money compared to buying individual items separately. They are typically designed to feed multiple people or offer a more comprehensive meal experience. So, overall, it's the best way to celebrate Father's Day in Canada with savings.

4 X 4 Variety Pack

Items Include: 

• 4 Pcs of Fried Chicken: Four pieces of chicken that have been cooked by frying (typically crispy coating).
• 4 Pcs of Grilled Chicken: Four pieces of chicken cooked on a grill (often a healthier option, smoky flavour).
• 4 Pcs Tenders: Four individual strips of boneless chicken, usually breaded and fried.
• 4 Individual Sides: Four separate servings of side dishes (e.g., fries, coleslaw, mashed potatoes, etc. – the specific sides would depend on the restaurant's offerings).
• "Popular": This label indicates that this particular value pack is frequently chosen by customers.
• Serve: This is a large variety pack, offering a mix of fried and grilled chicken, plus tenders and enough sides for a group with diverse preferences.

Classic Bucket

Items Include: 

• 6 Pcs of Fried or Grilled Chicken: Six pieces of chicken, with the customer choosing whether they want them fried or grilled.
• 4 Pcs Tenders: Four individual strips of boneless chicken.
• 1 ChickPop: This is likely a specific proprietary item from the restaurant. It could be small, bite-sized chicken pieces or something similar.
• Regular Side: One standard-sized serving of a side dish.
• 2 Dips: Two servings of dipping sauces (e.g., BBQ sauce, honey mustard, etc.).
• Serve: Another large option, focusing more on bone-in chicken (6 pieces) with tenders, a unique "ChickPop" item, and sides/dips. Good for a family or small group.

Meal For Two

• Volume Indicator: "500 ml" – This is a bit unusual for a meal pack unless it's referring to a drink that comes with it, or perhaps the total volume of a side like soup or a specific sauce.

Items Include:

• 4 Pcs of Bone-In Chicken: Four pieces of delicious chicken with bone..
• 2 ChickPops: Two servings of the restaurant's crispy  "ChickPop" item.
• 2 Individual Fries: Two separate servings of French fries.
• Serve: As the name suggests, this pack is designed to serve two people, offering a combination of bone-in chicken, ChickPops, and fries.

Crunchy Meal Pack

Items Include:

• 1 Royal Crunchy Sandwich: One sandwich featuring a "crunchy" element, likely a crispy fried chicken patty, possibly with special toppings or a bun. "Royal" suggests it might be a premium or signature sandwich.
• 1 Crunchy Drumstick: One chicken drumstick that is cooked to be crunchy (fried).
• 2 Individual Sides: Two separate servings of side dishes.
• Drink: One beverage.

• Serve: This is a single-serving meal (or possibly for two lighter eaters) that highlights the "crunchy" aspect, featuring a sandwich and a drumstick, plus sides and a drink.

Double Double

Items Include:

• 2 Royal Crunchy Sandwiches: Two of the signature crunchy sandwiches.
• 2 Chicken Tenders: Two individual strips of boneless chicken.
• 2 Individual Sides: Two separate servings of side dishes.
• 2 Dipping Sauces: Two servings of dipping sauces.
• 2 Drinks: Two beverages.
• Serve: This pack is clearly designed for two people, featuring two of the signature sandwiches along with tenders, sides, sauces, and drinks, making it a complete meal for a pair.

Make This Father’s Day Celebration in Canada Memorable!

ChickQueen always values the bond made with love. You may count on us to provide you with delectable meals or to make events unforgettable. We believe that the delicious food is the easiest method to win your loved ones’ hearts, right? So, spend quality time with your dad or plan an outing on Father’s Day in Canada. A smile on his face will surely melt you. Wait, food is always important, so never forget to place your delicious meal from here. We are waiting here to add more love and deliciousness to this special day!