Kiss A Ginger Day

Kiss A Ginger Day History

Kiss A Ginger Day is an annual observance designed to show appreciation to people with natural red hair. The event targets the popular demographic of red-haired individuals, aiming to dispel stereotypes and demonstrate love for this unique hair colour. The focus is to mitigate made-up biases against gingers while upholding uniqueness and diversity.

The genesis of Kiss a Ginger Day can be traced back to 2009 and was a response to a somewhat contentious "Kick a Ginger Day." This day was initiated by an online personality from Vancouver, Canada. This Canadian origin gives it a distinctive place in the heart of the country. As Canada is home to a high proportion of natural redheads, the day has significant relevance for its people, promoting positive sentiments towards gingers and dispelling negative stereotypes.

In Canada, Kiss a Ginger Day is celebrated with many choosing to show their love and appreciation by planting a peck on their favourite redheads. Social media plays an integral role where photos, messages of love, and appreciation for red-haired friends and loved ones are shared. Events may be set up to gather red-haired individuals and those who adore them, turning this day into an exuberant celebration. Kiss a Ginger Day occurs every year on January 12th, making it a vibrant and fun-filled winter event for Canadians to participate in.

Facts about Kiss A Ginger Day

• According to Facts.Net, Redheads make up about 1-2% of the total worlds population with Scotland having the highest concentration of redheads (13%).
• Several celebrities are known for their dazzling red hair color. Some well known gingers are: Madeline Brewer, Florence Welch, Isla Fisher, and Sophie Turner.
• Redheads take longer to develop grey hair. Scientists have found that those with red hair retain their natural hair pigment longer than those with a different hair color.
• Red hair is relatively rare, as only about 1-2% of the population has this hair color. However, the frequency of red hair is higher in some regions of Canada, such as Newfoundland and Nova Scotia, due to their Celtic heritage and strong Scottish and Irish influences.
• Redheads have often been surrounded by myths, folklore, and stereotypes. In some cultures, like ancient Greece, they were seen as having unique powers, while others viewed them as magical or with suspicion.

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Top things to do in Canada for Kiss A Ginger Day

• Do something kind for a ginger. Kiss a ginger day was created in opposition to kick a ginger day so be sure to show them some love.
• Films to watch that relate to Kiss A Ginger Day are:
  The F Word - Romantic comedy set in Toronto, Canada
  Anne of Green Gables - Classic novel adaptation featuring a ginger-haired main character, set in Canada
• Read Fire Child: The Life & Magic of Maxine Tynes by George Elliott Clarke - This book is a biography of a Canadian poet, who was also a red-headed Black woman.