Canada Holidays 2026
National and Provincial Holiday Calendar for Canada
National Holidays 2026
New Year's Day
January 1, 2026 (Wednesday)
National statutory holiday
Good Friday
April 18, 2026 (Friday)
National statutory holiday
Victoria Day
May 19, 2026 (Monday)
National statutory holiday
Canada Day
July 1, 2026 (Tuesday)
National statutory holiday
Labour Day
September 1, 2026 (Monday)
National statutory holiday
Thanksgiving
October 13, 2026 (Monday)
National statutory holiday
Christmas Day
December 25, 2026 (Thursday)
National statutory holiday
Boxing Day
December 26, 2026 (Friday)
Federal statutory holiday
Provincial Holiday Calendars
Click on your province to view complete holiday calendar with provincial-specific holidays:
Ontario Holidays
Family Day, Civic Holiday
Quebec Holidays
Patriots' Day, St-Jean-Baptiste
British Columbia
Family Day, BC Day
Alberta Holidays
Family Day, Heritage Day
Nova Scotia
Heritage Day, Natal Day
Manitoba Holidays
Louis Riel Day, Terry Fox Day
Saskatchewan
Family Day, Saskatchewan Day
New Brunswick
Coming Soon - New Brunswick Day
Holiday Information
Statutory Holidays
Statutory holidays are paid holidays for eligible employees. Most businesses, banks, and government offices are closed on these days.
Provincial Variations
While national holidays are observed across Canada, each province and territory may have additional holidays specific to their region.
Bank Holidays 2026
Important Banking Information
Banks across Canada are typically closed on federal statutory holidays. Provincial holidays may also affect banking hours depending on the province. ATMs and online banking services remain available 24/7. Always check with your specific bank for their holiday schedule.
Federal Bank Holidays
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the federal statutory holidays in Canada 2026?
Canada observes 9 federal statutory holidays: New Year's Day, Good Friday, Victoria Day, Canada Day, Labour Day, Truth and Reconciliation Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and Boxing Day.
Do all provinces observe the same holidays?
All provinces observe federal statutory holidays, but each province also has its own provincial holidays. These vary by province and may have different names or dates.
Is Truth and Reconciliation Day observed across Canada?
Yes, Truth and Reconciliation Day (September 30) is a federal statutory holiday observed across Canada since 2021, honoring survivors of residential schools and their families.
Are banks closed on all statutory holidays?
Banks are typically closed on federal statutory holidays and may also be closed on provincial holidays depending on the province. ATMs and online banking remain available 24/7.
What is Family Day and which provinces observe it?
Family Day is a provincial holiday observed on the third Monday in February by Alberta, Ontario, Saskatchewan, and New Brunswick. Manitoba calls it Louis Riel Day, and BC also observes Family Day.
Do employees get paid for statutory holidays in Canada?
Under federal and provincial employment standards, eligible employees are entitled to statutory holiday pay. Rules vary by province and employment terms.
What happens if a statutory holiday falls on a weekend?
If a statutory holiday falls on a non-working day, it is usually observed on the next working day. Specific rules may vary by province and employer.
Is Remembrance Day a statutory holiday in all provinces?
Remembrance Day (November 11) is a federal statutory holiday, but not all provinces observe it as a statutory holiday. It is statutory in some provinces like Newfoundland, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and others.
Are there differences between provinces for civic holidays?
Yes, the first Monday in August is observed differently across provinces - Ontario calls it Civic Holiday, Alberta has Heritage Day, BC has BC Day, Manitoba has Terry Fox Day, etc.
How can I find specific holiday information for my province?
Visit the specific province page on this site or check your provincial government's official website for detailed information about provincial statutory holidays and employment standards.