A Day to Honor the Father of the Nation

Tomorrow marks Belize’s first public and bank holiday of 2025, a day dedicated to celebrating an important chapter in the nation’s history. January 15, the birthday of George Cadle Price, has been a national holiday for four years. 

Since 2021, Belize has been honouring the “Father of the Nation” and his enduring legacy. His leadership continues to inspire generations of Belizeans.

Price, who co-founded the People’s United Party, played a crucial role in leading Belize to independence on September 21, 1981. He was a true champion of Belizean culture, always pushing for unity and pride in the nation’s rich heritage.

The nation’s admiration for Price was strengthened last year, in September 2024, when his statue was inaugurated in his honour in Battlefield Park, Belize City. The 16-foot statue was unveiled, showing Price in his iconic Guayabera shirt.

Every September 15, National Service Day celebrates Price’s dedication to the country, inspiring Belizeans to carry forward his values of service, unity, and national pride.