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Public Holidays in Canada 2026 + Free Staff Planning Template

Complete list of official public holidays and free downloadable staff planning templates

Official Public Holidays

14 holidays in Canada for 2026

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Holiday Date Day Applies To
New Year's Day
New Year's Day is the first day of a new year according to the Gregorian calendar used in Canada ...
 January 01 Thursday Nationwide
Good Friday
On Good Friday, Christians commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and it is a statutory holi...
 April 03 Friday Nationwide
Easter Monday
Easter Monday is the day after Easter Sunday and a holiday for many Canadians.
 April 06 Monday New Brunswick
Easter Monday
Easter Monday is the day after Easter Sunday and a holiday for many Canadians.
 April 06 Monday Northwest Territories,Nunavut,Quebec
Easter Monday
Easter Monday is the day after Easter Sunday and a holiday for many Canadians.
 April 06 Monday New Brunswick
Victoria Day
Victoria Day is celebrated in honor of the birthdays of both Queen Victoria and the current monar...
 May 18 Monday Alberta,British Columbia,Manitoba,New Brunswick,Newfoundland and Labrador,Northwest Territories,Nunavut,Ontario,Saskatchewan,Yukon
Canada Day
Canada Day is a federal holiday on July 1 to mark the anniversary of the date that Canada became ...
 July 01 Wednesday Nationwide
Civic/Provincial Day
Many Canadian provinces and territories have a civic holiday to celebrate some aspect of their cu...
 August 03 Monday Northwest Territories,Nunavut
Labour Day
Labour Day in Canada is a holiday to campaign for workers' rights. It celebrates the achievements...
 September 07 Monday Nationwide
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is a statutory holiday in Canada
 September 30 Wednesday Northwest Territories,Yukon,Nunavut,Prince Edward Island,British Columbia
Thanksgiving Day
Thanksgiving Day is a holiday to give thanks for the blessings in one's life, particularly the ha...
 October 12 Monday Alberta,British Columbia,Manitoba,New Brunswick,Newfoundland and Labrador,Northwest Territories,Nunavut,Ontario,Quebec,Saskatchewan,Yukon
Remembrance Day
Remembrance Day commemorates civilians and military personnel who lost their lives in armed confl...
 November 11 Wednesday Alberta,British Columbia,New Brunswick,Newfoundland and Labrador,Northwest Territories,Nunavut,Prince Edward Island,Saskatchewan,Yukon
Christmas Day
Christians celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ on Christmas Day in Canada.
 December 25 Friday Nationwide
Boxing Day
The day after Christmas Day is known as Boxing Day and is a holiday in many parts of Canada.
 December 26 Saturday Newfoundland and Labrador,Northwest Territories,Nunavut,Ontario

Legal Notice: This information is for guidance only and should not be considered legal advice. Always validate with local authorities or legal practitioners in Canada.

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About Public Holidays in Canada

Public holidays in Canada, also known as statutory holidays, are designated days when employees are entitled to take time off with pay. These holidays vary by province and territory, with some common national holidays including New Year's Day, Canada Day, and Christmas Day. Each province may also have its own unique holidays, such as Family Day in several provinces or St. Jean Baptiste Day in Quebec. Understanding public holidays is essential for effective absence management and staff leave planning, as businesses must comply with regulations regarding employee entitlements and pay during these periods. For more detailed information on public holidays in Canada, you can visit the official government website at Canada's Statutory Holidays.