2026 Statutory holidays
Full 2026 list →| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 January 2026 | Thursday | New Year's Day | Public Holiday |
| 16 February 2026 | Monday | Family Day — ON, BC, AB, SK, NB | Public Holiday |
| 3 April 2026 | Friday | Good Friday | Public Holiday |
| 18 May 2026 | Monday | Victoria Day | Public Holiday |
| 1 July 2026 | Wednesday | Canada Day | Public Holiday |
| 7 September 2026 | Monday | Labour Day | Public Holiday |
| 30 September 2026 | Wednesday | National Day for Truth and Reconciliation — Federal employees | National Holiday |
| 12 October 2026 | Monday | Thanksgiving Day | Public Holiday |
| 11 November 2026 | Wednesday | Remembrance Day | Public Holiday |
| 25 December 2026 | Friday | Christmas Day | Public Holiday |
| 28 December 2026 | Monday | Boxing Day — Observed Mon (26 Dec = Sat) | Public Holiday |
Other Countries
Frequently Asked Questions
How many statutory holidays does Canada have in 2026?
Canada has 11 federal statutory holidays in 2026, including New Year's Day, Good Friday, Victoria Day, Canada Day, Labour Day, Thanksgiving, Remembrance Day, and Christmas Day.
Is Family Day a national holiday in Canada?
Family Day is a provincial holiday observed in Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and New Brunswick on the third Monday of February. It is not a federal statutory holiday.
When is Thanksgiving in Canada?
Canadian Thanksgiving falls on the second Monday of October, unlike US Thanksgiving which is in November. It's one of Canada's 10 federal statutory holidays.
What is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation?
Observed on September 30 each year, this day honours the children who never returned from residential schools and survivors and their families and communities. It is a federal statutory holiday for federal employees.
