January 6 is National Bean Day, the coziest mid‑winter excuse to simmer something warm on the stove. The date isn’t random — it marks the death of Gregor Mendel in 1884, the father of modern genetics. Mendel used bean and pea plants to uncover the basic laws of heredity, proving that beans didn’t just fill bellies… they helped shape science.
So while the holiday may be rooted in biology, there’s no rule against celebrating with chili, baked beans, soup, or whatever comfort food gets you through a Canadian January. Beans are hearty, humble, and exactly the kind of winter fuel we all need.
And speaking of fuel — here’s your Tillsonburg update before you fire up the stove:
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Pioneer: $116.9
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Esso: $117.9
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Shell: $118.0
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Petro Canada: $117.9
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January 6 is also National Take Down the Christmas Tree Day, founded by the “Queen of Holidays,” Jace Shoemaker‑Galloway. It marks the 12th and final day of Christmas — the day of Epiphany, a tradition dating back to the 4th century.
Whether you’re team “tree comes down on Boxing Day” or team “leave it up until it becomes a houseplant,” today gives you the perfect nudge to pack away the ornaments and usher in a fresh season. It’s a gentle reminder that the holidays may be over, but the year ahead is full of promise.
So enjoy your beans, take down your tree (if you haven’t already), and keep your tank topped up — because winter errands wait for no one.
