Yes, but in Canada it's 3-1-2 - International standard. So you'd better stay south of the border or write the date in full!
Just one of those stupid little things like spelling differences that make us Canuks "different".
Getting the little one ready for the bus that doesn't come because there is no shcool, must be the equivalent for a child of waking up and thinking you have to go to work, and realizing it's SATURDAY!!!
GM