Statutory holidays in 2025
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 January 2025 | Wednesday | New Year's Day | Public Holiday |
| 17 February 2025 | Monday | Family Day — ON, BC, AB, SK, NB | Public Holiday |
| 18 April 2025 | Friday | Good Friday | Public Holiday |
| 19 May 2025 | Monday | Victoria Day | Public Holiday |
| 1 July 2025 | Tuesday | Canada Day | Public Holiday |
| 1 September 2025 | Monday | Labour Day | Public Holiday |
| 30 September 2025 | Tuesday | National Day for Truth and Reconciliation — Federal employees | National Holiday |
| 13 October 2025 | Monday | Thanksgiving Day | Public Holiday |
| 11 November 2025 | Tuesday | Remembrance Day | Public Holiday |
| 25 December 2025 | Thursday | Christmas Day | Public Holiday |
| 26 December 2025 | Friday | Boxing Day — ON, NB, NS, PEI | Public Holiday |
Other Countries
Frequently Asked Questions
How many statutory holidays are there in Canada in 2025?
Canada has 11 federal statutory holidays in 2025. Federal employees are entitled to paid time off on these days. Many provinces add their own provincial holidays on top of the federal ones.
When is Canada Day in 2025?
Canada Day is always on July 1 — it celebrates the anniversary of Canadian Confederation in 1867. In 2025, if July 1 falls on a weekend, the observed holiday moves to the nearest Monday.
When is Thanksgiving in Canada in 2025?
Canadian Thanksgiving in 2025 is on the second Monday of October. Unlike the US Thanksgiving in late November, Canada's falls in October.
Do all provinces observe the same holidays in 2025?
Not exactly. Federal statutory holidays apply to federal employees across Canada. Provinces and territories may add their own holidays (e.g., Family Day in Ontario and BC, Fête nationale du Québec in Quebec). Check with your province for the full list.
